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2008-2009 Graduate Catalog 
    
2008-2009 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

College Student Development (M.S.)


The Master of Science Degree in College Student Personnel Work is offered through the Special Education, Counseling, and Student Affairs graduate program. This emphasis is designed to prepare the student for work in a college setting at one or many different student affairs agencies and to assist the student to meet the professional entry-level and advancement requirements in the field. A minimum of 39 graduate credit hours are required in the program.

Students complete 24 hours of core courses and also select one of three options. The advising option is most appropriate for those intending primarily to provide developmental counseling/advising services within a college or university. The administration option is more appropriate for those intending to work as student services/programs administrators. The student services in intercollegiate athletics option is appropriate for those who wish to pursue a career working with college student athletes. Each program of study is developed jointly by the student and advisor. 

Master’s degree requirements


Options (Select one)


B. Administration option (15 credit hours)


  • An elective approved by the graduate committee
  • EDCEP 786 - Topics: Diversity in Higher Education
  • EDCEP 786 - Topics: Current Issues in Higher Education

C. Student services in intercollegiate athletics option (15 credit hours)


  • An elective approved by graduate committee