MS in Higher Education Online Degree Information

	MS in Higher Education
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Degree Title:	MS in Higher Education
College:	Drexel University Online
Description:	The MS in Higher Education program prepares students with the tools and knowledge needed for career advancement in the field of higher education. The program provides a strong foundation for career advancement, executive and senior level positions, and future doctoral studies. Students will graduate with a primary concentration in Higher Education Administration & Organizational Management and an optional secondary three-course concentration in one of the following five areas: Enrollment Management; Institutional Research and Planning; Academic Development, Technology & Instruction; Financial Management in Higher Education; or Global & International Education. Students that do not choose to pursue a secondary concentration will select three higher education elective courses of their choice. This program is offered by Drexel's School of Education, ranked as one of America's Best Graduate Schools 2007 by U.S.News & World Report.

Accreditation:	Middle States Association of Colleges and Universities (?)
Delivery Format:	Courses online, Offline practicum required (?)
Educational Level:	Master (?)
Language:	English
Requirements:	Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (graduate degree GPAs will be considered along with the undergraduate GPA), GRE scores required for an undergraduate GPA below 3.0.

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Address:
3001 Market Street, Suite 300
Philadelphia, PA 19104
US

Institution Type: (?)
Private, not-for-profit, Higher Education

Calendar Type:
Quarter System: 4 Quarters per year.

Average Cost per Credit:
Bachelor’s Degree Program tuition: between $352 - $525 per credit (varies by program); Master’s Degree Program tuition: between $510 - $915 per credit (varies by program).

Credit-earning Options:
Drexel University Online allows students to earn college credit from previous studies, certifications, etc. Credit-earning options vary by program.

Delivery Format: (?)
Courses are available online 24 hours a day. Students login and are able to view lectures, assignments, projects, and threaded discussions. Technical support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Doctoral/Research University—Intensive

Technical Requirements:
PC or MAC, Web Browser, 56Kpbs Modem Internet Connection or better, 16-bit Sound Card and Speakers or better.

Geographic Restrictions:
United States and Canada residents only.

On-Campus Requirement:
The majority of online degrees and certificates offered by Drexel are available entirely online. A few programs do have an on-campus requirement.

Scholarships Offered:
Scholarships are available for several of Drexel's online programs.

Loans Offered:
Drexel offers a variety of federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs.

Registration Details:
Completion of an online application is required for all programs. See individual programs for additional requirements (minimum GPA, test scores, etc.)