MSEd in Higher Education & Student Affairs
Baylor University’s Master of Science in Higher Education & Student Affairs (HESA) offers a transformative pathway for students seeking a meaningful career in higher education. Designed for aspiring student-affairs professionals, this full-time, residential master’s program combines rigorous academic coursework with valuable real-world experience. Beginning each June and completed in 22 months, the HESA program equips graduates with the knowledge, skills, and practical training to make a lasting impact in colleges and universities.
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About the MSEd in HESA
Baylor offers the only master's program in higher education and student affairs from a Research 1 university that incorporates student development, administrative theory, and faith into the curriculum.
The HESA program offers:
- A national reputation with national resources—Baylor meets all ACPA, NASPA, and CAS standards
- Financial support through scholarships, paid apprenticeships, and funding for students to attend a professional conference
- Integration of faith and learning into the curriculum
- Small program size
Distinctives
Each HESA student receives full tuition funding and is guaranteed an on-campus paid apprenticeship.
Learn more about support through the Baylor Graduate School, including financial, research, and library resources.
Students move through the program together in a cohort, creating powerful and enduring networks and relationships.
The HESA program intentionally integrates faith and learning to equip graduates for careers as thoughtful Christian scholar-practitioners.