SUNY Oswego

Higher Education Leadership (MS)

SUNY Oswego

Degree:Master
Field of Study:Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $16,455

Cost per year is an approximation converted from USD to CAD.

Careers:Administrators - Post-Secondary Education and Vocational Training

Description:

The higher education leadership graduate program provides a pathway for professional employment, advancement and leadership in a wide variety of careers in post-secondary educational settings, college transition programs and/or community agencies, government agencies and consulting firms concerned with higher education.

The program prepares leaders across all higher education sectors through an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach. Courses and faculty, being academic affairs, student affairs and administrative perspectives, provide students diverse experiences and opportunities as they move through the program. The program is uniquely positioned to offer two internship experiences with a focus on creating more diverse and inclusive academic environments.


Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.


    Applicants are required to have a bachelor’s or master’s degree/advanced certificate.



    All international transcripts must be verified through a World Education Services (WES) credit evaluation as part of your application.

    Test Scores:
    • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 79]
    Application Notes : Submit official TOEFL (79 overall, MBA require 83) or IELTS (6.5) scores, unless exempt.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests


    Purpose Statement: In 500 words or less, describe your personal achievements relating to your academic interests, and detail your educational and professional objectives with reasoning for applying to SUNY Oswego. This statement will help the review team better understand and evaluate your application.



    Resume: Include a professional resume or curriculum vitae that includes your academic history, professional background and any accomplishments of note. This document should provide details that support your admittance to the program.



    Two letters of recommendation: Indicate two names with valid email addresses. We will send an email request directly to the references on your behalf. These references should be able to speak to your character, work ethic and abilities.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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