Counseling and Human Resource Development (M.Ed.) - Administration of Student Affairs Specialization

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus, Rapid City

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Program Coordinator/Contact

Katelyn Romsa, Associate Professor
School of Counseling, Human Development and Family Science
Thompson Center 119, Box 2214
605-688-6831

Program Information

This Administration of Student Affairs Specialization is designed for those who seek professional roles in student affairs or related areas of higher education in any postsecondary setting. The administrative emphasis will build skills based on both theory and experience.

The Master of Education specialization in Administration of Student Affairs meets the guidelines of the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS).

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Master of Education

Thesis: 36 Credit Hours
Non-Thesis: 36 Credit Hours

Core Requirements

CHRD 601 - Introduction to Professional Issues and Ethics Credits: 1
CHRD 602 - Research and Evaluation in Counseling and Human Development Credits: 3
CHRD 731 - Multicultural Counseling and Human Relations Credits: 3
CHRD 742 - Career Counseling and Planning Credits: 3
CHRD 770 - Student Development: Theory and Practice Credits: 3
CHRD 771 - Student Personnel Services Credits: 3
CHRD 772 - Administration and Leadership in Student Affairs Credits: 3
CHRD 773 - Current Issues in Academic Advising and Student Affairs Credits: 3
CHRD 794 - Internship (COM) Credits: 1-6 (6 credits required)
EDFN 727 - Group Processes Credits: 3

Select one of the following options

Thesis

CHRD 798 - Thesis (COM) Credits: 1-6 (5 credits required)

Non-Thesis

Electives Credits: 5

Total Required Credits: 36 (Thesis & Non-Thesis)

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not required
TOEFL iBT: 4
TOEFL Essentials: 8.5
IELTS: 6.5
Duolingo: 110

Formal Application Process

In addition to applying for Graduate School, applicants must also apply to the CHRD program by April 1 for fall admission or by October 1 for spring admission. Admission is competitive; late applications will not be considered. Students have one calendar year from the time of acceptance to begin taking courses otherwise formal re-application to the CHRD program is required.

The CHRD department requires all applicants to submit the documents below by the appropriate admission deadline:

CHRD Disclosure Statement
Resume
A typed, one-page goal statement discussing your aspirations to the counseling field.
Two completed CHRD Recommendation Forms (do not use the Graduate School reference forms).

Based on the rating score of the applicant’s file, the applicant will either be invited to the group screening interview to continue the admissions process or denied admission.

Criminal Background Check Requirement

Applicants who successfully complete the interview will be required to successfully complete and pay for a criminal background check before an official offer of admission is secured.

General Requirements

Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate coursework. For additional information, refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .