The University of St. Thomas

School of Education

program Features

Master of Arts in Leadership in Student Affairs
Prepare to Lead in Higher Education

Shape the future of student affairs practice with this degree. This program addresses organizational leadership, systemic change and the cultural, economic, and political effects on education. This program seeks to foster relationship-centered, integrated learning as well as deepen spiritual and ethical commitments.

By earning this degree you will be able to:

  • Engage in organizational leadership and systemic change.
  • Recognize cultural, economic and political contexts of higher education.
  • Contribute to a respectful learning environment that is sensitive to race, class, gender and the special needs of learners.
  • Foster relationship-centered integrated learning.
  • Deepen spiritual and ethical commitments.

Collaboratively Designed

This program was designed through a collaborative effort of student affairs vice-presidents, deans of students and other student affairs leaders from:

Representatives from these institutions formed an advisory committee. They keep their hand on the pulse of higher education and the changing needs of student affairs professionals. This group is committed to continuous program improvement.

Modified Cohort Learning Model

This model lets you build relationships with other professionals, giving you a breadth of student affairs experience. Most students follow the course sequence with a cohort of colleagues. The program also has the flexibility to accommodate the needs of busy working professionals.