Careers in Higher Education
What is a Master of Arts in Higher Education?
A Master of Arts in Higher Education (MHE) is a master’s degree that prepares graduates to work in a variety of higher-education related fields such as higher education administration or student affairs. A Master of Arts in Higher Education usually combines student development theory, research and praxis.
An advanced degree in higher education is a great entry point into college administration positions or areas pertaining to student activities, residence life or international student affairs. If you are interested in preparing or advancing a career in higher education, this degree might be beneficial to you.
Why get a Master of Arts in Higher Education?
Colleges and universities are changing at an accelerated rate. Tomorrow’s higher education leaders must know how postsecondary institutions are organized, how to lead strategically, and how to provide programs and experiences that prepare students to thrive in a rapidly changing, diverse and inter-connected world. Much of the knowledge and many of the strategies used to address the challenges that confronted higher education institutions in the past must be adapted or transformed to optimize student learning and the institutional health of today’s colleges and universities. In addition to foundational knowledge, effective contemporary higher education leaders must also possess self-awareness; demonstrate the ability to think critically about their work; advocate on issues of social justice, oppression, privilege and power; know how to achieve consensus working in diverse teams; and have an entrepreneurial mind-set to creatively solve complex issues as they emerge.
Below are a few benefits of pursuing an advanced degree in higher education:
- Career advancement
- Skill development
- Increased earning potential
Why Elon’s MHE?
- Small Cohort of 12
- Global Education Experience
- Graduate apprenticeship at one of the nation’s top undergraduate universities
- Professional Development
- Mentorship
- Community Engagement
As one of the preeminent campuses for active, engaged learning, Elon University is uniquely positioned to develop the next generation of higher education leaders. Student learning is enriched through the application of classroom knowledge to real world situations and hands-on learning. Elon MHE students are challenged to integrate their new knowledge with their previous learning and experiences to understand how they can be leaders for change in the diverse world of higher education.