Higher Education Track
M.Ed. in Adult and Higher Education
If you currently work in a higher education setting—perhaps as faculty, staff, an advisor, student affairs professional, or administrator—the Master of Education in adult and higher education, higher education track, might be for you.
Offered completely online, the program helps students develop the leadership skills needed to guide college students through the unique challenges they face and provides master’s credentials for career advancement.
Where Can This Degree Take You?
Your first step is to apply!
Well, where would you like to go? Teachers are needed across the state of Texas in public and private schools.
There’s a lot ahead of you. You can go anywhere and do anything—follow a path or forge a brand new one. It’s all up to you, and we’re here to help prepare you for whatever journey lies ahead.
Visit the Career Development Center to search for internships, apply for jobs, or get help putting together your resume.
Before you get started
Requirements for Admission
- A bachelor’s degree
- The prerequisites required by the education college’s admissions policy
- Access to a computer, webcam, and high-speed Internet as well as basic computer and word-processing skills
Degrees You Can Earn
MEd Adult & Higher Education, Higher Education Track: In addition to the requirements you must meet for the MEd in adult and higher education, you will take 15 credit hours of specialized higher education coursework, such as higher education finance and college student development.
You must pass the Master Comprehensive Exam to receive your degree. The exam includes two questions from core courses and one from a specialty course.
Higher Education Track Degree Plan
Core:
21 semester hours
- AHED 6353 Educational Leadership in Organizations
- AHED 6334 Foundations of Adult Education
- AHED 6346 Introduction to Student Services
- AHED 6331 Program Planning and Development in AHED
- AHED 6356 IT Trends and Issues in AHED
- AHED 6338 Research in Adult and Higher Education
- AHED 6305 Internship in AHED
Plan:
15 semester hours:
- AHED 6355 Higher Education History
- AHED 6354 Higher Education Finance
- AHED 6342 The American Community College
- AHED 6337 College Teaching
- AHED 6344 The College Student
Total: 36 semester hours
Official degree plan will need to be completed with your Faculty Advisor and Educator Preparation Office (EPO) staff. All required signatures must be recorded before it is official.
For more information about the program:
Joann S. Olson
Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Professor and Advisor, Adult and Higher Education
(361) 570- 4214
Considerations
Other Degree Options
If you’d like to explore other MEd in adult and higher education options:
Tuition & Funding
Tuition Rates
The estimated cost of attending the University of Houston–Victoria varies with enrollment status and personal lifestyle. Browse our Cost of Attendance page to get an idea of how much it will cost to attend UHV.
Funding Options
To apply for FAFSA and similar external scholarships, visit the Office of Financial Aid.
Sound like your direction? Request more information or begin your application.
Testimonial
Jennifer Thompson
Since leaving UHV I have taught 3rd grade math and science in Katy ISD. I have been a team leader and I have also conducted professional development sessions for my entire campus.
Class of 2017
James Martinez, Current Student
UHV is important to me because of all my friends who became friends here. I get to work with the Professors one on one and they get to know me here.
Sophomore, Early Education
Mikayla Guillen, Senior
Everything is possible with the UHV family behind you every step of the way.