Higher education and student affairs professionals direct student administration, services, and other educational activities at post-secondary institutions, including universities, four-year colleges, junior colleges, and community colleges.

The Undergraduate Certificate in Higher Education and Student Affairs is designed for those interested in exploring the role of student affairs in higher education. Our program emphasizes the essential knowledge, intellectual competencies, and practical skills necessary to work within a higher education setting. 

As a student in the program, you explore the organization and policy that guides higher education and the history and evolution of student affairs. You examine the changing identities, demographics, values, and experiences of college students, as well as current trends in higher education and their implications for today's college student. You also complete a supervised practicum where you apply your learning and gain experience in the field of student affairs.  

Your IU Online Undergraduate Certificate in Higher Education and Student Affairs prepares you for such careers as: 

• Student affairs specialist  
• Admissions specialist  
• Financial aid specialist  
• Records services specialist 
• College career advisor  
• Student coordinator  
• Academic advisor  
• Student life counselor  
• Residential life coordinator 
• Enrollment specialist  

Certificate Requirements 

To earn the Undergraduate Certificate in Higher Education and Student Affairs, you must complete 15 credit hours of core higher education and student affairs courses.

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