The M.A. in Organization & Leadership with a Higher Education and Student Affairs (HESA) program prepares professionals working in or aspiring toward practitioner positions in Student Affairs. The program focuses on understanding issues of access and equity in higher education and the unique experiences and problems facing underrepresented groups. In addition, students learn to think critically about the complexities involved in transforming organizations and programs in order to achieve equitable outcomes for all students.
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As part of the program, students are trained as practitioners through required
practica experiences in a variety of university departments. In addition, practical experience can be gained through optional paid
internship opportunities in the
Division of Student Life. Students in these positions devote approximately 20 hours a week to one student affairs department. The compensation package is competitive and may include housing or a stipend.
To be considered for admission and assistantship opportunities, prospective students are encouraged to apply no later than March 1. If you or prospective students have questions about the program, please contact Dr. Christopher Thomas at
cnthomas@usfca.edu or Dr. Uma Jayakumar at
jayakumar@usfca.edu. For more information about the Division of Student Life, including internships and practica, contact Dr. Gregory V. Wolcott at
gvwolcott@usfca.edu.
