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    Higher Education (M.S.)

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    University Park, USMEdOnline2 years
    $31,140.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    93%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $65.00
    App fee

    Higher Education (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is a 30-credit, 2-year, online MEd program based in University Park, US. Tuition is $31,140.

    About the program

    The program provides foundational knowledge in higher education policy, administration, student affairs, institutional research, and leadership. It includes required courses, electives, an emphasis area, and a culminating individual studies project.

    Focus: coursework
    US News #3 in Higher Education Administration
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $20,700.00
    Annual living cost

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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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Higher Education (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Higher Education (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is $31,140 across 30 required credits.
    Is Higher Education (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University online or in-person?
    Higher Education (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Higher Education (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University take to complete?
    Higher Education (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    How competitive is Higher Education (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University?
    Higher Education (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 93%.
    What work-permit options follow Higher Education (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University?
    Post-completion work rights for Higher Education (M.S.) at The Pennsylvania State University: 12 months OPT (US)