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    Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Development

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    Fairfax, USMAOnline18 months
    $53,040.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    36
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Development at George Mason University is a 36-credit, 18-month, online MA program based in Fairfax, US. Tuition is $53,040.

    About the program

    The Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Development prepares students for careers in higher education administration and student development, and it focuses on higher education in the digital age, student development, multicultural and diverse populations, program development, professionalism, and learning assessment. Students complete core courses and choose either a capstone course option or a thesis option.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $27,484.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Development at George Mason University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Development at George Mason University is $53,040 across 36 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Development at George Mason University online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Development at George Mason University is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Development at George Mason University take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Development at George Mason University is structured around 18 months and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Development at George Mason University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.00 on a 4.00 scale
    What work-permit options follow Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Development at George Mason University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Development at George Mason University: 12 months OPT (US)