Position yourself to be an education leader with an online master's degree in Higher Education that's designed around recognized professional standards. You'll focus your studies on building skills that align with your career goals. Graduates of this program will be prepared to take on a variety of faculty or administrative roles within Higher Education institutions, continuing education programs, nonprofits, or research and policy organizations.
Outcome goals and graduates' proficiency levels
These results show recent Capella graduates'
proficiency levels in the expected learning outcomes for each of the
Master of Science in Higher Education specializations. Faculty make
this assessment in the capstone course—the final course in which
Capella students demonstrate what they've learned.
Master of Science (MS) in Higher Education specializations
Adult Education Specialization
The master's Adult Education specialization is designed to enhance learners' qualifications in adult education and college teaching. The curriculum emphasizes reflective practice within adult education settings and integration of current theory with best practices in adult learning and teaching. Learners focus on the learning styles of individuals from various backgrounds, collaborative learning, and program development for the adult learner. Learners who successfully complete this specialization are prepared to pursue careers as educators in community college, distance education, college, university, corporate, or other adult education settings.
2017-2018 Demonstration of Program Outcomes
Master of Science in Higher Ed Adult Education
Outcome Demonstrations
Source:
Aggregated faculty judgments of learner demonstration of program
outcomes from Q2 2017 — Q1 2018 capstone courses.
Higher Education Leadership and Administration Specialization
The master's Higher Education Leadership and Administration specialization integrates current, recognized theory and best practices with practical application. Learners may choose from two emphases: Higher Education Program Administration or Community College Leadership. Learners engage in a curriculum that emphasizes history, politics and public policy, law and governance, finance and development, and program administration. Successful graduates of this specialization are prepared to pursue leadership positions at community colleges; universities; or other public, private, or for-profit postsecondary educational institutions.
2017 - 2018 Demonstration of Program Outcomes
Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership and Administration
Outcome Demonstrations
Source:
Aggregated faculty judgments of learner demonstration of program
outcomes from Q2 2017 — Q1 2018 capstone courses.
Quality and Professional Relevance
- More than 600 organizations—including corporations, health care organizations, and community colleges—invest in their employees by partnering with Capella to offer discounted education programs.
- 88% of Capella faculty hold doctorates
1This specialization is not intended to lead to teacher certification. Teachers are advised to contact their individual school districts as to whether this program may qualify for salary advancement.
Master of Science in Higher Education Degree Program Graduates
Data from graduates across all Master of Science in Higher Education programs have been combined for these Career Outcomes results.
The graphs below show some key findings from Capella's Alumni
Outcomes Survey. We use this information to help improve our courses,
programs and services and to give you an idea of how alumni are using
their degrees.
Career Preparation
MS in Higher
Education Graduates
Career Preparation
MS in Higher
Education Graduates
The skills and knowledge have been immediately applicable to my career: 73%
My degree has positioned me to achieve my professional ambitions: 82%
Capella's competency based curriculum has prepared me for the needs of my profession: 82%
Percentage of respondents who answered
"strongly agree" or "agree"
Source:
Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation.
The data were collected during Q3 2017 - Q1 2018.
Career & Professional
Accomplishments
MS in Higher Education Graduates
Career and Professional
Accomplishments
MS in Higher Education Graduates
Made a significant contribution to my profession: 42%
Successfully changed jobs and-or-careers: 21%
Assumed leadership responsibilities: 46%
Received a salary increase: 50%
Received a promotion: 63%
Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography, and degree field, affect career outcomes, and Capella does not guarantee a job, promotion, salary increase, or other career growth.
Percentage of respondents who indicated they had accomplished each item.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2017 – Q1 2018.
Master of Science in Higher Education Degree Program Graduates
Data from graduates across all Master of Science in Higher Education programs have been combined for these Student Experience results.
The graphs below show some key findings from Capella's Alumni
Outcomes Survey. We use this information to help improve our courses,
programs and services and to give you an idea of how alumni feel about
Capella and what general skills and abilities they gained.
Satisfaction With Capella
MS in
Higher Education Graduates
Satisfaction with Capella
MS in
Higher Education Graduates
I have or intend to recommend Capella: 73%
I am satisfied with my Capella education: 85%
Capella gave me the most efficient direct path to completing my degree: 80%
Percentage of respondents who answered
affirmatively.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes
Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3
2017 – Q1 2018.
Skills & Abilities
MS in
Higher Education Graduates
Skills & Abilities
MS in
Higher Education Graduates
Write clearly, accurately, and professionally; use sources appropriately : 75%
Communicate thoughts and ideas in varied settings : 75%
Show ethical conduct reflecting values and beliefs of discipline : 88%
Show knowledge of field; respect contributions of other fields : 63%
Analyze theoretical issues or investigate real-world phenomena, create knowledge : 75%
Locate, evaluate and communicate information; address legal, professional, other issues : 88%
Critically examine, analyze, and evaluate thinking using intellectual standards and creativity : 75%
Critically evaluate, select, and use discipline-appropriate technology : 75%
Show appreciation for group and individual differences : 88%
Demonstrate effective leadership in diverse environments : 71%
Apply the specialized knowledge associated with professional practice area : 75%
Percentage of respondents who rated
themselves as "proficient" or "exceptional" on
ability to demonstrate the skill or ability on the job.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after
graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2017 – Q2 2018.
Earn Your Master's Degree
Four graduate schools. More than 40 specializations. Enroll in an online master’s degree program at Capella.
"When I started my master's program, all of a sudden everything was completely tailored to what I needed in my classroom and what I should be doing with my students."
Talonda Thomas, MS
2009 Graduate
School of Education
Specialization in Professional Studies in Education