Higher Education Administration Degree

The Higher Education Administration college degree track is a field of study focused on the academic disciplines, organizational theory, and operational constructs of a operating a higher education institution. Get more details below including other New Hampshire colleges that offer higher education administration degrees.

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New England College (NEC)

79-6 South River Road, Bedford, NH

New England College is a nonprofit private institution located in Henniker, NH and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Over 2,000 students enroll at New England College per year.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs New England College offers:

• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Business And Marketing Studies

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. New England College accepts roughly 80% of students applying. Of those students admitted, about 18% of students attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found at nec.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $33,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $6,100 annually. New England College may provide financial aid for students that qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for New England College is the "Pilgrims", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students Enrolled in the Higher Education Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. NEC has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate research, instructional, student administration and services, and other educational activities at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, education administrators, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.7% from 2014 to 2024

Distance Learning Coordinators

Description

Coordinate day-to-day operations of distance learning programs and schedule courses.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).