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As demographic shifts, political changes, and technological advancements rapidly transform education, effective administrators must possess diverse skills. The Master of Education in Higher Education Administration program sharpens your analytical abilities while teaching data-informed decision-making, strategic planning, cultural awareness, budget creation, applicable laws, and other hands-on skills. You'll put knowledge into practice right away by addressing actual challenges in your workplace and crafting solutions as part of your coursework.
Our flexible, fully online program connects you with professionals worldwide, allowing you to grow your professional network while tackling shared issues. With a focus on equity and inclusion, we'll guide you in examining how local, national, and international factors influence higher education policies while gaining practical, real-world skills.
Career Prospects
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 10% growth in postsecondary education administrator positions from 2016 to 2026—faster than most occupations
Program graduates can pursue careers at various institutions including research universities, community colleges, public universities, liberal arts colleges, and higher education organizations
Enrolling graduate and professional program students are required to submit to Northeastern University (NU) their official transcripts including evidence of the completion of the bachelor’s degree and the date of degree conferral within 30 days from the start of their first academic term.
Minimum Score Required: TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language: 79 and a writing portion of 20; Academic IELTS: 6.5 no band lower than 6; Pearson: 53; Duolingo English Test: (ON 160-POINT SCALE): 105; (ON 100-POINT SCALE): 48.