MSc in Education in Higher Education and Student Affairs in Waco United States | Baylor University

Baylor University's Master of Science in Higher Education & Student Affairs (HESA) program uniquely combines practical experience with academic excellence, equipping professionals to make a profound and enduring impact on students in college environments. As the sole master's program in higher education and student affairs from an R1 institution, HESA integrates student development theory, administrative principles, and faith-based learning. This full-time, on-campus program spans 22 months and requires 42 credit hours, culminating in either a capstone project or thesis during the final semester. Key program features include: national recognition with extensive resources, compliance with ACPA, NASPA, and CAS standards, 20-hour weekly apprenticeships for practical training, full funding plus stipends for apprenticeships, faith-integrated coursework, and intimate cohort sizes (around 15 students) that foster close faculty mentorship.