Higher Education Programs and Areas of Study

Master of Education

Higher Education Administration (M.Ed.)

NC State’s Master of Eduction in higher education program provides exceptional opportunities for students interested in higher education administration to explore a core body of knowledge, gain real-world professional experience and pursue advanced study. Program content is informed by relevant theory, scholarly research and best practice in the fields of higher education and student affairs. In addition, the program links theoretical foundations of higher education leadership and administration to practical application of skills.

Higher Education Administration master's students

Doctoral Programs

Higher Education Program Area of Study (Ph.D.)

NC State’s Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, Policy and Human Development higher education program area of study provides exceptional opportunities for students interested in higher education administration to explore a core body of knowledge, gain real-world professional experience, and pursue advanced study. Program area of study content is informed by relevant theory, scholarly research and best practice in the fields of higher education and student affairs. In addition, the program area of study links theoretical foundations of higher education leadership and administration to practical application of skills.

Higher Education Opportunity, Equity, and Justice Program Area of Study (Ph.D.)

NC State’s Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development higher education opportunity, equity, and justice program area of study is committed to creating just and equitable learning environments and opportunities that uplift, humanize and empower all people to thrive in postsecondary educational settings. The mission and goal of the Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development higher education opportunity, equity, and justice program area of study is to take transformative action to create equitable and just policies and practices that provide greater opportunities for success.