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 Colorado colleges that offer higher education administration degrees.

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University of Northern Colorado (NJC)

100 College Avenue, Sterling, CO

UNC is a public institution located in Greeley, CO and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Approximately 13,000 students are enrolled annually at University of Northern Colorado.

Areas of study available at UNC include:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Students may take either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions at UNC. A score in a range of 940 to 1170 on the SAT, or 19 to 25 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. An estimated 70 percent of all applicant were admitted at University of Northern Colorado, with 38 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at UNC vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs around $7,300 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $20,000 for the year. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,000 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

The mascot for University of Northern Colorado is the "Bears", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

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

Contact information, tuition information, areas of study, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.unco.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Higher Education Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Northern Colorado 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).