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 Maryland colleges that offer higher education administration degrees.

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Morgan State University

51 Mannakee Street, Rockville, MD

Morgan State University is a public historically black institution located in Baltimore, Maryland. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. Enrollment at MSU exceeds seven thousand yearly.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Communications And Journalism
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Engineering
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions to Morgan State University. A score between 820 to 980 on the SAT, or 16 to 19 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. Approximately 50 percent of all applicant were admitted at MSU, with 38 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at morgan.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $7,600 and nonresidents pay $18,000 annually. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $6,200 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The MSU Bears participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Softball (NCAA Division I-AA)

Students can visit the Morgan State University website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Higher Education Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Morgan State University has offered the following degree 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

Salary & Wages

• Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $51.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $106910

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).