Department of Higher Education

WHAT WE DO

The Department of Higher Education at The University of Mississippi’s School of Education is dedicated to developing scholar practitioners who embrace the principles of ethical, just, and effective research, scholarship, and practice at institutions of higher learning. Promoting access, equity, accountability, and excellence are central to our work in Higher Education and Student Affairs.

School:
School of Education
Email:
highereducation_soe@olemiss.edu
Office Location:
Guyton Hall, Suite 130
Phone:
(662) 915-7047
Office Hours
Mon - Fri | 8:00 - 5:00
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Introduction to the Department of Higher Education

We believe the strength of the Higher Education department at the University of Mississippi is found in our students, faculty, and programs. Our students are drawn from across a diversity of life experiences, educational interests, and future aspirations. Our faculty offer rich expertise, quality teaching, and a commitment to the success of each of our students. Our online and residential programs are designed to help you combine theory and practical learning experiences to drive positive change in postsecondary institutions and the field of Higher Education and Student Affairs.

Degree Programs

The Department of Higher Education offers an online undergraduate minor, an online and residential M.A., an online Ed.D., and a residential Ph.D.

MINOR

Online Minor in Higher Education

Learn about and explore career opportunities in Higher Education and Student Affairs.

Online

GRAD

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Higher Education/Student Personnel

Learn how to foster the success of college students and institutions of higher learning through a career in higher education leadership.

Online
Oxford

GRAD

Online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Higher Education

Enhance your communication, assessment, evaluation, and leadership skills.

Online

GRAD

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Higher Education/Student Personnel

Improve the landscape of post-secondary education through scholarly leadership.

Oxford

Join the Student Personnel Association!

The Student Personnel Association is a registered student organization that seeks to collaborate and engage with other UM campus partners to develop meaningful educational opportunities for our members.

The University of Mississippi’s Student Personnel Association (SPA) is made up of current graduate students, alumni, and faculty of the Higher Education/Student Personnel program as well as current professionals within the Division of Student Affairs. The Student Personnel Association works in conjunction with the Department of Higher Education and the Student Affairs Professional Development Committee to offer professional development and networking opportunities for individuals interested in the current status of higher education and the development of students.

SPA is a registered student organization for individuals interested in the current status of higher education and the development of students. The SPA Executive Board works closely with the Department of Higher Education and the Student Affairs Professional Development Committee to offer professional development and networking opportunities for our members.

We believe that education does not end when the students leave the classroom, and we constantly search for ways to grow, learn, and develop skills as student affairs professionals and educators. Additionally, we host professional networking and social events to encourage connection and relationship-building between HESP graduate cohorts.

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