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Applications are open for L&C staff interested in pursuing their MA degree in Higher Education Student Affairs at Lewis & Clark Graduate School!

April 04, 2025

Amy Wang, assistant professor of student affairs, is excited to share this opportunity with the L&C community and outlines the highlights and benefits below.

Why is this a great opportunity specifically for L&C staff?

All of our classes are offered in the evening to accommodate working professionals, and we recently converted the program to a hybrid modality with courses in-person, online and mixed format. In addition, all of our program’s graduates experience career advancement through a new job or a promotion within six months of graduation.

Amy C. Wang (she/her), assistant professor of student affairs Amy C. Wang (she/her), assistant professor of student affairsHow will this degree benefit a staff member’s current role?

Our program curriculum offers a comprehensive understanding of both higher education and student affairs, so it gives you both breadth and depth when it comes to understanding working on a college campus. Our classes span theoretical and historical knowledge, such as courses pertaining to the history of higher education student affairs, equity and social justice in higher education, and legal issues in higher education, while other courses help develop practical skills such as dialogue facilitation, crisis management, and program evaluation and assessment.

Who is an ideal candidate?

Ideal candidates are those who do not hold a masters in higher education and student affairs, are looking to deepen their understanding of higher education and student affairs, and develop their skills around serving diverse college students.


Next Steps

More information about the program is available online. Brenda Sifuentez, program director, and Amy Wang, program faculty, also invite anyone interested in learning more to reach out to them to schedule time to talk. The Graduate Admissions Office can also help. Schedule an appointment with an admissions counselor, attend an info session, or send an email to gseadmit@lclark.edu get started.

Higher Eduction Student Affairs, MA

Take Advantage of the L&C Tuition Assistance Program 
Lewis & Clark staff are eligible for the L&C Tuition Assistance Program and receive a 50% tuition waiver for Lewis & Clark Graduate School.

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