Higher Education
Preparing YOU to lead in the field of Higher Education
Our Higher Education programs create scholarly practitioners who have the skills to lead institutional programs and understand the importance of social fairness. Graduates of our degree programs are equipped to apply theories and practical research as tools to name, frame, and solve problems of practice, using empirical evidence to evaluate impact and develop innovative solutions for colleges and universities.
| Learning Model | Credit Hours* | Start Semester | |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Ed. | Hybrid | 30-33 | Fall, Spring |
| M.Ed. (Online) | Online | 30 | Fall, Spring |
| Ph.D. | Online | 90 | Fall |
| Higher Education Administration & Leadership Graduate Certificate |
Online, Hybrid | 15 | Any |
| Student Development & Academic Advisement Graduate Certificate |
Online, Hybrid | 12 | Any |
*Allowable Transfer Hours (at advisor's discretion):
- Master’s - up to 6 hours
- Doctorate - up to 30 hours
Tuition Estimates
Average In or Out of State
$415-500 per credit hour
Tuition rates are based on your residency determination of Texas Resident, Non-Resident, or Foreign. Please consult the Admissions site for more information.
About This Program
The Higher Education program is committed to excellence in preparing and supporting leaders for higher education, generating and supporting research in the field of higher education, and delivering public service to the practice of higher education. The program delivers teaching, research, and professional services to students, institutions of higher education, and other academic disciplines.
The online M.Ed. and Ph.D. programs are designed to accommodate individuals who are employed full-time. The programs are cohort based with monthly synchronous meetings over zoom occurring in the evening to promote connection between students and with faculty.
For students seeking an on campus experience, assistantships for masters students are available at the university in housing and other entities. Students are encouraged to apply and reach out to the program early if interested. There are a limited number of research assistantships available for Ph.D. students that cover the cost of tuition and provide a small living stipend. Applicants interested in these opportunities are encouraged to reach out to faculty and program coordinators, and indicate their interest in their application.
Learn More About Our Higher Education Programs
M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration
- Hybrid delivery
- Prepares graduates to lead in higher education organizations
- Designed for Graduate Assistants and working professionals
- Internship not required
- Capstone Project or Thesis
M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration (Online)
- Online delivery
- Prepares graduates to lead in higher education organizations
- Designed for full-time professionals seeking graduate degree
- Internship not required
- Capstone Project
Ph.D. in Higher Education (Online)
- Online delivery
- Prepares graduates for executive leadership roles in higher education and to conduct research
- Designed for full-time professionals, with limited Research Assistantships available for potential full-time students
- Practical experiences in research and scholarly communication
- Dissertation
Higher Education Administration & Leadership Graduate Certificate
- Online/Hybrid delivery
- Introduction to higher education administration and leadership
- Designed for full-time professionals or current graduate students at Texas Tech
- Internship not required
- No Final Project
Student Development and Academic Advisement Graduate Certificate
- Online/Hybrid delivery
- Learn to support college students as they engage with faculty, staff, and other students
- Designed for current higher education professionals
Career opportunities
The Master of Education program in Higher Education Administration offers opportunities for individuals who seek careers in entry level to middle management, teaching, and leadership positions at community colleges and universities. Graduates of theHigher Education Master's Program will be collaborative, team-oriented, practitioner-based professionals who have the ability to access, evaluate and develop solutions to higher education problem(s) of practice.
The Ph.D. in Higher Education is designed to prepare instructional and administrative "scholarly practitioners" for positions in two- and four-year colleges and universities, government agencies, and business and industry. The primary role is to prepare leaders for the higher education through developing skills in the identification, analysis, evaluation and application of critical research that addresses higher education issues related to multiple and diverse populations and a variety of sociocultural contexts domestically and internationally.
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Higher Education
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Address
Texas Tech University, College of Education, 3002 18th Street Lubbock, TX 79409 -
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Email
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