Degree Title: Doctor of Philosophy

Program Name and Number: Higher Education - PH6276

Department/Unit: Counseling and Higher Education

Delivery Mode:

Terms of Entry: Fall

Program Mission: To prepare scholar –practitioners to take their scholarship, knowledge, and research skills into a range of higher education settings such as universities and colleges, state or federal governing and coordinating boards, independent research and policy organizations, and foundations.

Program Learning Objectives:

Program Overview: Programs in the field of Higher Education and Student Affairs focus on administration and teaching at the collegiate level. In administration, the higher education program focuses on preparing individuals for leadership positions in various functional areas within higher education and student affairs. Required coursework examines the background of higher education and student affairs, the study of internal organizational standards, policy perspectives, and the principles of finance and governance. In college teaching, the program assists students in examining pedagogy and curriculum development on the collegiate level. Coursework provides an opportunity to examine the theory and practice of college teaching, the professoriate, academic management, professional development, and the nature of students and the collegiate environment. The Higher Education and Student Affairs doctoral programs are offered both as a weekend, Executive PhD program for working professionals, as well as traditional on-campus program.

Opportunities for Graduates: Upon completion of the program students pursue leadership positions in the field of higher education and student

Graduation Requirements:

• Minimum of 60 credit hours above masters degree
• Three (3) credit hours of practicum (field study)
• Comprehensive exam
• Dissertation

Culminating Experience: All students must complete and successfully defend a doctoral dissertation. The program does not currently offer options beyond the doctoral dissertation.

Admission Requirements: Portfolio Admission Review; GRE required; Faculty interview.  Priority consideration is given to applications completed by January 15.