The Department of Higher Education at The University of Mississippi’s School of Education is dedicated to developing professionals who embrace the principles of ethical, just and effective practice at institutions of higher learning. Promoting equity and excellence are central to our work in higher education and student affairs. Our programs are designed to help you combine theory and practical learning experiences to drive positive change in postsecondary institutions and the field of higher education and student affairs. We pride ourselves on having a student-centered faculty who are also leading researchers.

Our curriculum is designed for both rigor and flexibility with online and on-campus course and degree options at the master’s and doctoral levels. No GRE score is required for admission to our online and residential M.A. degrees.