Combine classroom learning with practical, hands-on work experience in our Master of Arts graduate program in Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education (SAAHE).
You’ll gain an understanding of the contemporary issues in higher education and student affairs’ role in helping college students succeed. You’ll learn from dedicated faculty members who are not only scholars in higher education and student affairs but also practicing student affairs administrators.
When you complete this 30-credit program, which is offered by Ball State’s prestigious Teachers College and cosponsored by the Division of Student Affairs, you’ll be prepared to work in a wide range of college and university academic and student support services such as housing and residence life, admissions, student life, career centers, and student center programs.
Combine Theory with Hands-on Experience
We'll help you understand the issues facing college students today and the important role student affairs educators have in enhancing learning both in and out of the classroom.
When you complete this program you’ll understand:
- The developmental process and needs of college students.
- Learning and service roles of academic and student services.
- Contemporary issues in American higher education.
- How to apply theory to practice.
- How to apply research, evaluation, and assessment to practice.
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Tracks
The program has two tracks, a 3-semester track or a 4+ semester track.
3 Semester Track
Students in the 3-semester track have the following course loads:
- Fall – 12 credits
- Spring – 12 credits
- Summer – 6 credits
Students in the 3-semester track may have a graduate assistantship in one of the following administrative areas (not a comprehensive list; list changes depending on position available year-to-year):
- Admissions
- Basic Needs Initiatives
- Cardinal Central
- Career Center
- Disability Services
- Multicultural Center
- Office of Student Life - Fraternity and Sorority Life
- Office of Student Life - Leadership Programs
- Office of Student Life - Service Opportunities
- Office of Student Life - Spirit and Traditions
4+ Semester Track
Students in the 4+ semester track take the following course loads:
Year 1
- Fall – 9 credits
- Spring – 9 credits
Summer – 6 credits (optional)
Year 2
- Fall – 9 credits
- Spring – 9 credits
Students in the 4+ semester track may have a graduate assistantship in one of the following administrative areas (not a comprehensive list; list changes depending on position availability year-to-year):
- Center for Survivor Support
- Housing and Residence Life
- Office of Student Life - Fraternity and Sorority
- Office of Student Life - Leadership Programs
- Office of Student Life - Service Opportunities
- Office of Student Life - Spirit and Traditions
- Multicultural Center
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Take the Next Step
If you’d like to learn more about our Master of Student Affairs Admin in Higher Education degree, complete our online form or contact us for more information. And if you’re ready to apply, review our admission requirements and complete our online application.