Why Pursue a Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration
This program develops effective leaders for community colleges, universities, professional schools and policy settings. With a focus on transformative leadership, it cultivates scholar-practitioners who are committed to supportive, equity-driven practices. Faculty emphasize reflection, critical thinking, and the integration of personal and professional experiences within a collaborative cohort model. Graduates emerge ready to engage various populations and make meaningful contributions to the field of higher education.
The program also offers flexible formats—in-person and hybrid online—for working professionals. Students can tailor their experience by choosing one of two emphasis areas: Community College Leadership or Comprehensive University Leadership, aligning their studies with specific career goals and different postsecondary environments.
Optional Hybrid Online Format
Students have the option to pursue the Higher Education Administration (MEd) either through the traditional on-campus format or a flexible hybrid online format. The hybrid online option allows students to complete coursework online while still benefiting from valuable campus resources. It’s the perfect blend of convenience and connection—ideal for working professionals or anyone balancing school with a busy life.
Online Course Delivery
All courses are delivered online either asynchronously or synchronously, with access to interact with faculty and classmates.
Required Campus Experience
As part of the Required Campus Experience for the MEd in Higher Education Administration, students must complete HSA 6933: Internship/Practicum in Higher Education Administration, which includes a 150-hour supervised field experience in a selected functional area such as student affairs, academic affairs, or policy and governance. Guided by a site supervisor, students engage in hands-on administrative tasks and reflective learning to apply theory to practice, deepen their understanding of institutional operations, and build professional competencies for leadership roles in higher education.
When applying to the Higher Education Administration (MEd), you will be asked to select your preferred format: “Hybrid Online” or “Traditional”.
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Admission & Application Requirements
Applications are submitted through the UT San Antonio Graduate Application. Please upload all required documents (listed below) on your UT San Antonio Graduate Application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure completion and submission of the application, a nonrefundable application fee, and all required supporting documents are on file with UT San Antonio by the appropriate application deadline.
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| Required Degree | Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in the United States or have proof of equivalent training at a foreign institution. | |
| Minimum GPA | 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) Departments may consider GPA of last 60 semester credit hours | |
| Coursework | Completed adequate credit hours or foreign institution equivalent coursework as preparation for the program. | |
| Transcripts* | Required from all institutions attended; international transcripts must be recorded/translated to English | |
| Credential Evaluation | Required if you have earned university-level credit from foreign institutions. Submit an evaluation of your transcripts from FCSA or any NACES-approved credential evaluation agency. | |
| English Language Proficiency | 550 TOEFL Paper / 79 TOEFL Internet / 6.5 IELTS / Duolingo 100 | |
| Purpose Statement | Required | |
| *Unofficial transcripts will be taken into consideration for admissions; however, if admitted into the program, you must submit official transcripts to the University. | ||
Application Deadlines
Applicants are encouraged to have their admission file completed as early as possible. All applications, required documents and letters of recommendation, if applicable, must be submitted by 5:00 PM U.S. Central Time on the day of the deadline. Deadlines are subject to change.
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| Timing on Admission Decision: Completed applications will be reviewed for admission on a rolling basis. Decisions generally will be made and sent to applicants within 4 to 6 weeks of receiving the application. | |||
| Application Deadlines for: | Priority | International | Domestic |
| Spring 2026 | November 1 | December 15 | |
| Summer 2026 | Not Available | Not Available | |
| Fall 2026 | June 1 | August 1 | |
| Spring 2027 | November 1 | December 1 | |
| Summer 2027 | Not Available | Not Available | |
Funding Opportunities
ResourcesCareer Options
UT San Antonio prepares you for future careers that are in demand. The possible careers below are based on data pulled by a third-party tool called Emsi, which pulls information from sources like the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Census Bureau, online job postings, other government databases and more to give you regional and national career outlook related to this academic program.
During both the Fall and Spring Semester, our courses run from 6:00 PM to 8:45 PM Monday through Friday. During the Summer Semester, higher education administration coursework typically begins at or after 5:00 PM.
Graduate Advisor of Record
Michael Denton, PhD
210-458-5436
