Central Michigan University

Student Affairs Administration

Positions in student affairs require individuals to have an understanding of student development issues, as well as a background in organizational administration. This CMU program provides opportunities for hands-on experience and blends practice and research to give graduates a solid foundation for a future career in student affairs.

Program Requirements

1. Core Courses (6 hours)
• EDL 600 (3) Research in Administration
• EDL 660 (3) Principles of Educational Administration
2. Emphasis Area (15 hours)
• EDL 636 (3) Higher Education Law
• EDL 677 (3) The American College Student
• EDL 757 (3) Student Development Theory
• EDL 776 (3) Administration of Higher Education
• EDL 777 (3) Student Affairs Administration
3. Additional Courses (6 hours)
• Selected in consultation with advisor
4. Capstone Project (6 hours)
Select either Plan A or Plan B:

Plan A (6 hours)
• EDL 798 (6) Thesis – completion of a thesis, including an oral examination of the thesis.
Plan B (6 hours)
• EDL 698 (3) Master’s Colloquium
• EDL 699 (3) Administrative Internship