2021-2022 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Higher Education Leadership and Student Development, MS


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The Higher Education Leadership and Student Development Program is intended for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in higher education administration. Graduates of the program work in a variety of higher education institutions including community colleges and public and private four-year universities. Career areas include residence life, academic advising, academic success, career services and other administrative and support roles. A focus of the program is on leadership. A distinctive of the program is the supervised practice requirement. All students complete 600 hours working in a minimum of two field placements. Alumni consistently report that the practicum experience was the most valuable part of this program, as it gave them immediate opportunities to apply what they were learning in the classroom and opened the door for employment based on experience gained through supervised practice.

Admission Requirements


Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership and Student Development Admission Requirements

Admission standards for graduate studies at California Baptist University can be found in the Admissions section of the University Catalog. Specific admission requirements for the graduate programs in Higher Education Leadership and Student Development are listed below.

  1. Grade Point Average
    • A minimum 3.0 GPA for unconditional admission and a minimum 2.75 GPA for conditional admission
    • Applicants who do not meet the minimum GPA may be considered for admission with relevant and successful work experience
  2. Comprehensive Essay of at least 500 words that includes the following elements:
    • Purpose for entering the program
    • Reasons for choosing to study at California Baptist University
  3. Acceptance by the director of the graduate program

Program Requirements (37 units)


This program has been designed to prepare individuals for positions of leadership and service in higher education. Graduates of this program will demonstrate the ability to successfully guide personnel and programs toward institutional objectives. The program also provides candidates with an essential framework for understanding college student development, and will equip candidates with the skills needed to support and encourage student growth.

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