MAHE PROGRAM DISTINCTIVES

The Master of Arts program in Higher Education and Student Development at Taylor University is built upon the foundation of a unique and longstanding institutional commitment to whole person, Christ-centered higher education.

This foundation supports a distinctive community culture in which all members, students, faculty, staff, and administration are encouraged to partner together to facilitate a robust and dynamic educational enterprise combining academic excellence, personal support, and Christian vision.

This program is designed to connect you to the best of higher educational research, thought, and practice. This will form a distinctive, personal educational philosophy that will equip you to serve and inspire college students in a manner that helps to nurture growth and fullness in all areas of their personal and professional lives.

Distinguishing Features

• Cutting-edge course content and delivery
• Assistantship opportunities for all full-time students
• Outstanding faculty with exemplary educational and professional experience
• Christ-centered community
• Extensive professional network

ACCREDITATION AND PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

The academic programs of Taylor University are accredited by the North Central Association of the Higher Learning Commission. Furthermore, Taylor is a partner in the alternative Academic Quality Improvement Program (AQIP). In keeping with this program the university is committed to continuous quality improvement.

The curriculum of Taylor's M.A. in Higher Education and Student Development has been designed in accordance with the American College Personnel Association Professional Preparation Commission Standards. These standards articulate accepted disciplinary and professional expectations intended to guide all such programs.