Kristin K. Higgins Head, Department of Counseling, Leadership and Research Methods 100 Graduate Education Building 479-575-3329 Email: kkhiggi@uark.edu
Leslie Jo Shelton
M.Ed. Program Coordinator
116A Graduate Education Building
479-575-4873
Email: ljshelto@uark.edu
Degrees offered:
M.Ed., Ph.D. in Higher Education (HIED)
Program Description: The Higher Education program focuses on the preparation of academic and administrative professionals in higher education and equips its students with the skills and knowledge to be able to provide effective leadership to institutions of higher education. The Higher Education program prepares students to exhibit professional competencies as practitioner scholars and educators, make evidence-based decisions through processes that recognize a wide variety of environmental factors, constituents, and influences, and contribute to creating more diverse and inclusive institutions. The program allows practicing professionals as well as persons entering the higher education field to pursue interests emphasizing community colleges, four-year colleges and universities, or state, regional, or national agencies.
At the master's level, three concentrations are offered: Community College Leadership; Strategic Leadership and Administration; and Student Affairs.
Requirements for M.Ed. in Higher Education with Concentration in Community College Leadership
Admission Prerequisites for Master of Education Program:Formal admission to the Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in Higher Education requires prior admission to the 闪播福利库 of Arkansas Graduate School, which requires a separate application process. Admission to the 闪播福利库 of Arkansas Graduate School requires a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA or a 3.0 GPA on the last 60 hours of course work attempted. Applicants who do not meet the GPA guideline may qualify for admission by special consideration after consulting with the program coordinator prior to applying for the program.聽
In addition, admission to the program requires (1) a completed Higher Education Master鈥檚 program application form; (2) a statement of interest; (3) a current resume; and (4) one professional letter of recommendation.
Students admitted into the Higher Education Program聽should secure a graduate assistantship before the start of the program, be employed full-time in higher education or a related field, or be actively searching for a graduate assistantship or employment in higher education (exceptions must be approved by faculty).
Requirements for the Master of Education Degree:(Minimum 30 hours.) The master鈥檚 degree program in higher education provides academic preparation for persons who plan to seek entry-level positions at the director or assistant director level in both two-year and four-year institutions for which a master鈥檚 degree is appropriate preparation, including community colleges and technical colleges, liberal arts colleges, and four-year colleges and universities. Depending upon prior experience, graduates may expect to find employment in a wide variety of positions in student success, residence life, financial aid, career planning and placement, student activities, student union management, alumni affairs, development, public information, continuing education, financial management, human resources, and institutional research, or as adviser to fraternities and sororities, or other student organizations.聽In combination with relevant professional experiences, students may prepare for beginning-level positions in other educational agencies and adjacent organizations.
Requirements for the Accelerated Program in Higher Education Master of Education: Applicants for the Higher Education M.Ed. under the Accelerated Program must be a 闪播福利库 of Arkansas undergraduate pursuing a bachelor's degree, have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25, and be approximately 3 semesters from completing a bachelor's degree at the time of application (to start the accelerated program one year before completing a bachelor's degree). Application materials include current transcripts, a resume, one professional letter of recommendation, and a statement of interest.
All prospective students who apply through the Accelerated Program are evaluated by the Higher Education Program faculty using various factors, including GPA, resume/curriculum vitae, letter of recommendation, and a statement of interest. GRE or other standardized test scores are not required to apply to the M.Ed. program.
Courses Completed During the Final Undergraduate Year: Accelerated students may take up to 12 hours of Higher Education (HIED) graduate coursework (50000 and 60000 level coursework) in the last 12 months of their undergraduate degree that will be counted toward both their bachelor's and master's degrees. Upon completion of the bachelor's degree, the Accelerated students with at least an average 3.0 GPA in HIED graduate courses will be accepted by the program faculty into the HIED M.Ed. degree program after admission into the Graduate School.
M.Ed. Program Requirements
Completion of a minimum total of 30 graduate semester-hour credits. Included in the 30 hours, students take 12 hours of courses within a chosen concentration (Student Affairs, Strategic Leadership & Administration, or Community College Leadership).聽
A cumulative grade point average of at least 2.85 on all course work for the degree. No grades below 鈥淐鈥� will be accepted for graduate degree credit.
Satisfactory performance on a written comprehensive examination.
Students should also be aware of Graduate School requirements with regard to master's degrees.
Concentration Requirements
The Master of Higher Education concentration in Community College Leadership requires 30 graduate hours including 12 hours in the HIED core, 6 hours of HIED/CCLE/ADLL electives, and the following 12 hours specific to the concentration:聽
Requirements for M.Ed. with Concentration in Strategic Leadership and Administration
Admission Prerequisites for Master of Education Program:Formal admission to the Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in Higher Education requires prior admission to the 闪播福利库 of Arkansas Graduate School, which requires a separate application process. Admission to the 闪播福利库 of Arkansas Graduate School requires a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA or a 3.0 GPA on the last 60 hours of course work attempted. Applicants who do not meet the GPA guideline may qualify for admission by special consideration after consulting with the program coordinator prior to applying for the program.聽
In addition, admission to the program requires (1) a completed Higher Education Master鈥檚 program application form; (2) a statement of interest; (3) a current resume; and (4) one professional letter of recommendation.
Students admitted into the Higher Education Program聽should secure a graduate assistantship before the start of the program, be employed full-time in higher education or a related field, or be actively searching for a graduate assistantship or employment in higher education (exceptions must be approved by faculty).
Requirements for the Master of Education Degree:(Minimum 30 hours.) The master鈥檚 degree program in higher education provides academic preparation for persons who plan to seek entry-level positions at the director or assistant director level in both two-year and four-year institutions for which a master鈥檚 degree is appropriate preparation, including community colleges and technical colleges, liberal arts colleges, and four-year colleges and universities. Depending upon prior experience, graduates may expect to find employment in a wide variety of positions in student success, residence life, financial aid, career planning and placement, student activities, student union management, alumni affairs, development, public information, continuing education, financial management, human resources, and institutional research, or as adviser to fraternities and sororities, or other student organizations.聽In combination with relevant professional experiences, students may prepare for beginning-level positions in other educational agencies and adjacent organizations.
Requirements for the Accelerated Program in Higher Education Master of Education: Applicants for the Higher Education M.Ed. under the Accelerated Program must be a 闪播福利库 of Arkansas undergraduate pursuing a bachelor's degree, have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25, and be approximately 3 semesters from completing a bachelor's degree at the time of application (to start the accelerated program one year before completing a bachelor's degree). Application materials include current transcripts, a resume, one professional letter of recommendation, and a statement of interest.
All prospective students who apply through the Accelerated Program are evaluated by the Higher Education Program faculty using various factors, including GPA, resume/curriculum vitae, letter of recommendation, and a statement of interest. GRE or other standardized test scores are not required to apply to the M.Ed. program.
Courses Completed During the Final Undergraduate Year: Accelerated students may take up to 12 hours of Higher Education (HIED) graduate coursework (50000 and 60000 level coursework) in the last 12 months of their undergraduate degree that will be counted toward both their bachelor's and master's degrees. Upon completion of the bachelor's degree, the Accelerated students with at least an average 3.0 GPA in HIED graduate courses will be accepted by the program faculty into the HIED M.Ed. degree program after admission into the Graduate School.
M.Ed. Program Requirements
Completion of a minimum total of 30 graduate semester-hour credits. Included in the 30 hours, students take 12 hours of courses within a chosen concentration (Student Affairs, Strategic Leadership & Administration, or Community College Leadership).聽
A cumulative grade point average of at least 2.85 on all course work for the degree. No grades below 鈥淐鈥� will be accepted for graduate degree credit.
Satisfactory performance on a written comprehensive examination.
Students should also be aware of Graduate School requirements with regard to master's degrees.
Concentration Requirements
The Master of Higher Education concentration in Strategic Leadership & Administration requires 30 graduate hours including 12 hours in the HIED core, 6 hours of HIED/CCLE/ADLL electives, and the following 12 hours specific to the concentration:聽
Requirements for M.Ed. with Concentration in Student Affairs聽聽
Admission Prerequisites for Master of Education Program:Formal admission to the Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in Higher Education requires prior admission to the 闪播福利库 of Arkansas Graduate School, which requires a separate application process. Admission to the 闪播福利库 of Arkansas Graduate School requires a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA or a 3.0 GPA on the last 60 hours of course work attempted. Applicants who do not meet the GPA guideline may qualify for admission by special consideration after consulting with the program coordinator prior to applying for the program.聽
In addition, admission to the program requires (1) a completed Higher Education Master鈥檚 program application form; (2) a statement of interest; (3) a current resume; and (4) one professional letter of recommendation.
Students admitted into the Higher Education Program聽should secure a graduate assistantship before the start of the program, be employed full-time in higher education or a related field, or be actively searching for a graduate assistantship or employment in higher education (exceptions must be approved by faculty).
Requirements for the Master of Education Degree:(Minimum 30 hours.) The master鈥檚 degree program in higher education provides academic preparation for persons who plan to seek entry-level positions at the director or assistant director level in both two-year and four-year institutions for which a master鈥檚 degree is appropriate preparation, including community colleges and technical colleges, liberal arts colleges, and four-year colleges and universities. Depending upon prior experience, graduates may expect to find employment in a wide variety of positions in student success, residence life, financial aid, career planning and placement, student activities, student union management, alumni affairs, development, public information, continuing education, financial management, human resources, and institutional research, or as adviser to fraternities and sororities, or other student organizations.聽In combination with relevant professional experiences, students may prepare for beginning-level positions in other educational agencies and adjacent organizations.
Requirements for the Accelerated Program in Higher Education Master of Education: Applicants for the Higher Education M.Ed. under the Accelerated Program must be a 闪播福利库 of Arkansas undergraduate pursuing a bachelor's degree, have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25, and be approximately 3 semesters from completing a bachelor's degree at the time of application (to start the accelerated program one year before completing a bachelor's degree). Application materials include current transcripts, a resume, one professional letter of recommendation, and a statement of interest.
All prospective students who apply through the Accelerated Program are evaluated by the Higher Education Program faculty using various factors, including GPA, resume/curriculum vitae, letter of recommendation, and a statement of interest. GRE or other standardized test scores are not required to apply to the M.Ed. program.
Courses Completed During the Final Undergraduate Year: Accelerated students may take up to 12 hours of Higher Education (HIED) graduate coursework (50000 and 60000 level coursework) in the last 12 months of their undergraduate degree that will be counted toward both their bachelor's and master's degrees. Upon completion of the bachelor's degree, the Accelerated students with at least an average 3.0 GPA in HIED graduate courses will be accepted by the program faculty into the HIED M.Ed. degree program after admission into the Graduate School.
M.Ed. Program Requirements
Completion of a minimum total of 30 graduate semester-hour credits. Included in the 30 hours, students take 12 hours of courses within a chosen concentration (Student Affairs, Strategic Leadership & Administration, or Community College Leadership).聽
A cumulative grade point average of at least 2.85 on all course work for the degree. No grades below 鈥淐鈥� will be accepted for graduate degree credit.
Satisfactory performance on a written comprehensive examination.
Students should also be aware of Graduate School requirements with regard to master's degrees.
Concentration Requirements
The Master of Higher Education concentration in Student Affairs requires 30 graduate hours including 12 hours in the HIED core, 6 hours of HIED/CCLE/ADLL electives, and the following 12 hours specific to the concentration:聽
Admission Requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy in Higher Education (HIEDPH) Degree: Formal admission to the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Higher Education requires:
Prior admission to the 闪播福利库 of Arkansas Graduate School, which requires a separate application process;
A master鈥檚 degree or approved equivalent (minimally, 30 hours of post-baccalaureate graduate work completed);
A cumulative grade-point average on all graduate work attempted of at least 3.25;
Relevant professional experience in the field of higher education or a closely related field;
A completed Higher Education Program Application for Admission Form;
A current resum茅 or vitae;
A statement of interest;
At least three references (using our forms);
A writing sample demonstrating the applicant's best writing;
A personal interview with a Higher Education faculty committee, which by majority vote decides admission.
Completed application deadlines for consideration for fellowships and graduate assistantships are Sept. 15 for spring semester admission and Jan. 15 for summer or fall admission. Completed application deadlines for students聽not聽interested in fellowships or graduate assistantships are Nov. 15 for spring semester admission and April 15 for summer or fall admission.
Although no standardized test score is required for admission, a GRE score report may be required for competitive funding opportunities from the Graduate School and International Education.聽
Higher Education courses such as the following. Up to 6 credit hours of master's-level HIED courses or self directed HIED courses such as Practicum or Independent Study may be approved by the advisory committee.
Electives as needed to fulfill total graduate semester hours required. May include graduate hours completed as part of another graduate degree program as approved by the student's advisory committee.
Completion of the following doctoral program requirements:
Minimum of 96 total graduate semester credit hours that includes a minimum of 72 credit hours of post-baccalaureate graduate coursework and at least 18 credit hours of dissertation.
For students with master's in higher education, a minimum of 42 graduate semester credit hours completed beyond master's at the 闪播福利库 of Arkansas, including a minimum of 24 hours of post-master's higher education coursework and at least 18 semester credit hours of dissertation.
Minimum grade point average of at least 3.25 on all course work presented as part of the degree program. No graduate degree credit will be granted for any course grades below 鈥淐.鈥�
Satisfactory completion of all requirements governing the written and oral examinations for the candidacy examination, the dissertation, and the final oral dissertation defense.
Students should also be aware of Graduate School requirements with regard to doctoral degrees.
Graduate Faculty
Hevel, Michael聽Stephen, Ph.D. (闪播福利库 of Iowa), M.A. (Bowling Green State 闪播福利库), B.A. (闪播福利库 of Kansas), Associate Professor, Department of Rehabilitation, Human Resource and Communication Disorders, 2012, 2017. Mamiseishvili, Ketevan, Ph.D., M.A. (闪播福利库 of Missouri-Columbia), B.A. (Akaki Tsereteli State 闪播福利库), Professor, Department of Rehabilitation, Human Resource and Communication Disorders, 2008, 2017. McCray, Suzanne, Ph.D. (闪播福利库 of Tennessee), M.A., B.A. (闪播福利库 of Arkansas), Associate Professor, Department of Rehabilitation, Human Resource and Communication Disorders, 2010. Miller, Michael聽T., Ed.D. (闪播福利库 of Nebraska), M.S., B.A. (Southern Illinois 闪播福利库), Professor, Department of Rehabilitation, Human Resource and Communication Disorders, 2003, 2005. Murry, John, Ed.D., J.D., M.B.A., B.S.B.A., B.S. (闪播福利库 of Arkansas), Associate Professor, Department of Rehabilitation, Human Resource and Communication Disorders, 1993, 1999. Shelton, Leslie聽Jo, Ph.D. (Michigan State 闪播福利库), M.Ed., B.A. (Ohio 闪播福利库), Associate Professor, Department of Rehabilitation, Human Resource and Communication Disorders, 2014, 2018.
A basic course in the study of higher education open to all students seeking careers in colleges and universities. Serves as an introduction to the programs, problems, issues, and trends in higher education. (Typically offered: Fall)
HIED 50303. Student Affairs in Higher Education. 3 Hours.
Study of origins, functions, and policies in student personnel services in contemporary 2- and 4-year colleges and universities with emphasis on the student and student development. (Typically offered: Fall)
HIED 50403. Student Development in Higher Education. 3 Hours.
Provides those who work or plan to work in post secondary educational institutions with an understanding of the student population in contemporary colleges and universities. (Typically offered: Spring)
HIED 5043V. Practicum in Higher Education. 1-6 Hour.
Students are assigned to a department or agency within or outside the university for professional experience under the joint supervision of on-site personnel and university faculty. Periodic meetings are scheduled for evaluation, discussion, and examination of techniques. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)
HIED 50503. The Community College. 3 Hours.
An overview of the community college. Topics include the history and philosophy of the community college movement, students, curriculum, state and local campus governance, teaching, student personnel work, finance and issues, problems, and trends. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 50603. Culture, Society, and Higher Education. 3 Hours.
This course examines the historic and contemporary relationship between higher education and society in the United States. Centering the duality of higher education in both shaping and being shaped by cultural ideals and social structures, it explores shifts in student demographics, experiences, and outcomes over time and how these relate to broader debates surrounding leadership, citizenship, public goods, and social mobility. (Typically offered: Spring)
HIED 50703. Management of Higher Education Institutions. 3 Hours.
Principles and concepts of management and their application in college and university settings. (Typically offered: Fall and Summer)
HIED 50803. History and Philosophy of Higher Education. 3 Hours.
An examination of the history and development of higher education including the study of the philosophy, objectives, and functions of various types of institutions. (Typically offered: Spring)
HIED 50903. Research in Higher Education and Student Affairs. 3 Hours.
This course provides master's students an overview of research and literature applicable to the discipline; teaches students how to understand academic literature and use empirical evidence to inform practices and policies at colleges and universities. Prerequisite: MEd students in the Higher Education Program. (Typically offered: Summer)
HIED 53003. Non-Profit Fundraising. 3 Hours.
Non-Profit Fundraising examines the theory and practice of the professional field of fundraising and development, which is dedicated to attracting philanthropic support from constituents for colleges, universities, health organizations, hospitals, non-profit organizations, museums and other philanthropic endeavors. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 56403. Reflective Practice in Higher Education and Student Affairs. 3 Hours.
Provides students an opportunity to work in a functional area of higher education, reflect on how their experiences inform their career goals as higher education professionals, and learn job search strategies in higher education. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer) May be repeated for up to 9 hours of degree credit.
HIED 6000V. Master's Thesis. 1-6 Hour.
Master's Thesis. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer) May be repeated for degree credit.
HIED 60103. The Professoriate: Problems and Issues. 3 Hours.
An examination of the vital issues and trends affecting college faculty personnel with emphasis upon institutional practices and policies. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 60203. Introduction to the Study of Higher Education. 3 Hours.
A requirement for all new doctoral and specialist students. Familiarization with writing requirements, library search procedures, library resources, and program requirements. Prerequisite: Admission to Higher Education Ed.D program. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 6050V. Independent Study. 1-6 Hour.
Provides students with an opportunity to pursue special study in higher education. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)
HIED 60903. Leading Change. 3 Hours.
An in-depth examination of leadership, change, and culture in postsecondary education. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 63003. Advancement in Higher Education. 3 Hours.
Advancement in Higher Education examines the theory and practice of the professional field and function referred to as "institutional advancement", which is dedicated to attracting philanthropic support as well as building attitudinal and behavioral support among key constituents for colleges and universities. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 63403. Teaching and Learning in Higher Education. 3 Hours.
An examination of teaching and learning in colleges and universities. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 63503. The College and 闪播福利库 Presidency. 3 Hours.
The course explores the basic elements of the presidency of an academic institution and examines the critical issues facing the college and university presidents/chancellors. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 64203. Trends, Issues and Problems in Higher Education. 3 Hours.
A study of the current problems and trends related to the field of higher education. (Typically offered: Irregular)
An examination of admissions marketing strategies, communications plans, branding, and forecasting as well as how other areas (financial aid, honors, scholarships, and student affairs) contribute to successful recruitment efforts. Other key enrollment management areas of focus for the class include academic records, registration, degree audits, FERPA, student support, and most importantly, retention. Major state and federal legislation that underscores any of these activities will be discussed as well. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 65303. Assessment of Institutional Effectiveness in Higher Education. 3 Hours.
The course examines the fundamentals of assessment of learning outcomes and institutional effectiveness and introduces assessment as a tool to inform strategic planning and data-driven decision-making in higher education. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 66403. College Students in the United States. 3 Hours.
Students will engage with the leading theoretical and empirical scholarship related to college students and use this information to engage in class discussion, complete course assignments, consider implications for practice, and contemplate opportunities for new scholarship. Prerequisite: Doctoral student in the Higher Education Program or instructor consent. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 66503. Legal Aspects of Higher Education. 3 Hours.
An examination of the legal status of higher education in the United States; the rights and responsibilities of educators and students including fair employment; due process; torts liability and contracts; student rights landmark court decisions; federal and state legislation having an impact on education. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)
HIED 66603. Finance and Fiscal Management. 3 Hours.
Higher education finance and budgeting practices: problems, issues, trends, and policy issues in higher education. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 66803. Governance and Policy Making in Higher Education. 3 Hours.
An analysis of governance and policy making affecting the control of colleges and universities. Attention is given to policy generation, governing board supervision, and the impact of institutional, professional, and regional groups as well as community, state, and federal pressures. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 66903. Research Techniques in Higher Education. 3 Hours.
Techniques of research applicable to Higher Education. (Typically offered: Irregular)
HIED 6740V. Internship. 1-6 Hour.
Supervised field experiences in student personnel services, college administration, college teaching, institutional research, development, or other areas of college and university work. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)
HIED 6990V. Seminar. 1-6 Hour.
A series of seminar for specialized study into areas of current significance in postsecondary education, such as leadership and planning; organization, development, and change; human resource development and appraisal; the student in higher education; etc. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer) May be repeated for up to 9 hours of degree credit.
HIED 7000V. Doctoral Dissertation. 1-18 Hour.
Doctoral Dissertation. Prerequisite: Candidacy. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer) May be repeated for degree credit.
