Exploring Careers in Student Affairs
Exploring Careers in Student Affairs is scheduled for Thursday, October 5 from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. in DeGarmo Hall 551. This event is co-sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs, Department of Educational Administration & Foundations, and the Student Affairs Graduate Association at Illinois State University.
CSPA virtual open house sessions!
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Sessions are scheduled in Central Standard Time (CST) and last approximately 45 minutes.
Dates and times include:
- Monday, September 18 at 2 p.m.
- Thursday, October 19 at 12 p.m.
- Thursday, November 2 at 1 p.m.
- Monday, November 27 at 12 p.m.
Master's Degree in College Student Personnel Administration
The Master's Degree in College Student Personnel Administration (CSPA) concentration trains candidates to succeed in entry- to mid-level student affairs positions in two-year and four-year public and private colleges and universities. Graduates will be qualified to serve as administrators, advisors, and programmers in areas as diverse as residential life, activities, admissions, advising, service and leadership, orientation, multicultural programs, student conduct, fraternity and sorority life, and assessment. Coursework includes classes in student development theory, the law as it relates to college students, and counseling college students.
Program Features
- Full-time enrollment recommended, but program is flexible enough to accommodate part-time students.
- Comprehensive training through classes and practical experiences in developmental issues in higher education and student services, as well as effective management of personnel, resources, and facilities.
- Assistantship opportunities available both years.
- Cohort size limited to 25 students per year.
- Membership in the Student Affairs Graduate Association (SAGA), a registered student organization.
- Program includes recent graduates, career enhancers, and higher education professionals seeking a graduate degree.
Learn more about our program through the brochure!
Learn more about graduate school at Illinois State University
Admissions
The Deadline to apply to the CSPA program is the first Friday in January each year.
Graduate Recruitment Assistantship (GRAD) Days will be hosted for applicable candidates March 2nd-3rd, 2023.
