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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

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Organization Overview

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies offers three degree programs related to higher education and plans to add a fourth (Ed.D. in Higher Education Leadership) in the coming years.

MS in Student Affairs and Higher Education (SAHE): The mission of the SAHE Program is to prepare graduate students for work serving others in higher education or related services. The program provides students with an education grounded in research, theory, and practical experience. The SAHE program follows a cohort model to promote an inclusive community, to facilitate peer to peer learning, and to provide opportunities for professional socialization.
https://cehhs.utk.edu/elps/academic-programs/college-student-personnel/

MS in Higher Education Administration: This fully online, primarily asynchronous master’s program allows students to complete their degree in as little as one year. This degree offers advanced graduate study for individuals who aspire to work in higher education settings including post-secondary institutions, policy and research centers, and government agencies. In addition, professionals currently working in higher education settings will also enhance their leadership knowledge and skills for service in current and future positions.
https://cehhs.utk.edu/elps/academic-programs/heam/higher-education-administration-ms/

PhD in Higher Education Administration: The mission of the Higher Education Administration PhD program is to offer advanced graduate study to those students aspiring to enhance their leadership knowledge and skill for service in their current positions; to establish knowledge and skill bases for more responsible and executive leadership appointment; and to build the capacity and inclination for active participation in policy for service in administrative, faculty, and policy scholar roles.
https://cehhs.utk.edu/elps/academic-programs/heam/
Ryan A. Miller
Ryan A. Miller Professor
Ciara Gazaway Program Director
Jordan Smith-Porter Assistant Director
lori messinger Dean
Mary C Dueñas Assistant Professor
Robert Kelchen
Robert Kelchen Professor
Degrees and Programs
MS in Student Affairs and Higher Education (SAHE)
MS in Higher Education Administration
PhD in Higher Education Administration
Are any programs offered online?
Yes
Program Contact Name and Role
Dr. Ryan Miller, Professor & Program Coordinator
Program Contact Email
miller@utk.edu
Program Contact Phone Number
865-974-2214