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An Online Master’s in Student Affairs in Higher Education

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Earn Your Master’s in Student Affairs in Higher Education Online1

Students thrive when they have a college or university experience that offers a broad spectrum of effectively managed and delivered student services. Prepare to provide the leadership necessary to positively impact higher education and the college student experience with an online MEd in Student Affairs in Higher Education from American Military University (AMU). Its curriculum features a unique blend of educational leadership and student affairs coursework.

AMU’s programs are online with 24/7 access and no set login times.2 At AMU, there are no entrance exams and classes start every month, so you can begin quickly and control your schedule. Ask us about transfer credit opportunities to help you save time and money in completing your degree.3

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AMU Gives You the Freedom to Learn

$470
Per Credit Hour

Tuition for master’s degrees and graduate certificates. We offer many grant options. These grants represent a savings on our standard tuition rate. Request information to learn more.

$250
Per Credit Hour

For undergraduate and master’s-level programs with AMU’s Preferred Military Rate for eligible students.4

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Entrance Exams

No GRE®, GMAT®, or other standardized test scores required. Classes start monthly.5

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Application Fee

There is no cost to apply for undergraduate and master’s-level programs.

$0
Transfer Credit Evaluation

AMU does not charge to evaluate and apply eligible transfer credit.6

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Ebooks

Thanks to the University Book Grant, all master's students receive no-cost ebooks.

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Why You Should Earn This Master's From AMU

Versatile Application

Prepare for a role on a traditional campus or an online environment. As an online university, AMU is uniquely positioned to prepare individuals for leadership in virtual environments.

Practical Knowledge

Specialized coursework in distance education student affairs and leadership, including practicum opportunities, is a noteworthy program feature. One practicum opportunity, for example, could involve managing one of AMU’s virtual organizations.

Professionally Aligned

Learning outcomes and curriculum are aligned to standards of the American College Personnel Association, National Association of Student Personnel Administrators, Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education, and the National Academic Advising Association.

Is This For You?

This graduate program is designed for those interested in developing leadership capabilities in academic advising, campus leadership, career services, diversity services, finance, student life, and student services.

Collaborative Learning

Learn alongside AMU’s unique group of working professionals—fellow educators who share a commitment for effective leadership and student achievement.

Getting Started

No entrance exams or GRE® scores are required. But this MEd has prerequisite coursework admission requirements.7 Please request information to learn more.

Ways to Save and Pay on Your Master's

Explore your options to make learning affordable.

Preferred Military Rate
$0 Out-of-Pocket Undergraduate Tuition Possible*
AMU gives all U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, and Reservists the freedom to learn with our Preferred Military Rate.
Veterans Benefits
Veterans and their families receive a tuition grant. These grants represent a savings on our standard tuition rate. Eligible family members are parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents of veterans. Financial aid advisors help veterans navigate their education benefits too.
Scholarships and Loans
Scholarships are awards that do not need to be repaid. Loans do require repayment and come from banks, credit unions, credit cards, and private companies.
Federal Student Aid
Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to see what you qualify for. Our advisors can answer questions about federal student aid.
Employer Benefits
Does your employer offer tuition assistance? Some organizations have partnerships with us that provide tuition benefits.
Personal Funds
We accept MasterCard®, Visa®, Discover, ApplePay®, GooglePay®, PayPal®, and e-checks. You can also use our Automatic Debit Plan to spread out payments.

* All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, Reservists, and military families, (parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents) are eligible for the Preferred Military Rate of $250/credit for undergraduate and master’s-level courses. The Preferred Military Rate, which is applied automatically, supersedes all other university grants and special rates, and cannot be combined with any other special promotions. Please note that a technology fee applies to master’s-level courses.

Joseph Gray

"The professors know what we go through when we’re deployed. They understand. That really was important to me because it makes it a lot easier to be able to take your classes."9

Joseph Gray | USA (RET) | BA, Military History, MA, Military History
Chanda Chann

"Having my degree has opened a lot of doors, built my confidence, and changed my life as a professional."10

Chanda Chann | Military Spouse | BA, Management, MBA, Business Administration
Earl Day

"The classes at AMU helped me have that knowledge and insight into where the fire service is going to help create a safer and a more dynamic environment for all of us."11

Earl Day | USMC Veteran | BS, Fire Science Management

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