Key information
- Duration: Part-time, 48 months
- Start dates & application deadlines: You can apply for and start this programme anytime. The admission deadline is flexible and we accept applications on a rolling admission basis.
Overview
The Higher Education Administration - Student Affairs (Online) EdS program from Liberty University Online provides core training in a variety of higher education topics. You’ll analyze the sociological, cultural, and psychological characteristics of college students so you can help maximize their academic growth and success. By learning about various factors that influence higher education finance and accreditation, you can help ensure the success of your institution.
Our student affairs doctoral program also covers a variety of subjects that focus on your success as a student affairs administrator. You will study current issues and trends in the field of student affairs administration. In addition, you can learn advanced leadership techniques and administrative skills. Legal issues and policies will also be part of your education in the area of student development.
Career opportunities:
- College/university administrator
- Higher education faculty
- Policy analyst
- Program coordinator
- Student affairs administrator
- Training and development specialist
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Teaching the College Student
- College and University Administration
- Current Issues and Trends in Student Affairs
- Leadership and Administration in Student Affairs
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: 3
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 105
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited master’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 12,718 AUD / year (≈ 9,112 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 12,718 AUD / year (≈ 9,112 USD / year)
- In-State: 12,718 AUD / year (≈ 9,112 USD / year)

