GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION

Program name: M.Ed. in College Student Affairs College: College of Education Department: Department of Psychological & Social Foundations Degrees and Emphases: M.Ed. - Curriculum & Instruction, College Student Affairs Tuition and Fees: http://admissions.grad.usf.edu/prospective/tuitionfeesandfunding.html

Contact Person: Wilma J. Henry, Program Director Lorie A. Kittendorf, Program Coordinator 4202 E. Fowler Avenue, ADM151 Tampa, FL 33620 Phone: (813) 974-9095 Fax: (813) 974-7436 e-mail: CSAProgram@sa.usf.edu Web Page (URL) address: http://csa.sa.usf.edu Degree first offered: 1997 (master's) Typical number of students admitted each year: 20 (master's)

PROGRAM STATEMENT
The College Student Affairs (CSA) program at the University of South Florida leads to an M.Ed. The strength and uniqueness of this program is its emphasis on providing students a sound theoretical foundation combined with integrated and challenging field experience. The instructional method of relating practice-to-theory is accomplished by involving students in rigorous classroom activity along with internships in specialized areas of student affairs work. Graduates will be prepared for entry level and mid-management positions in student affairs areas such as: residence life, career services, orientation, student activities, admissions, and financial aid.

The CSA program at the University of South Florida emphasizes three major components: Foundation Studies, Professional Studies, and Supervised Practice, as recommended by the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education. The Curriculum includes theories of human growth & development, environmental influences, and social science based interventions as applied to student affairs practice. The following knowledge base is included in the program:

• Human Development Theory and Practice
• Student Affairs/Higher Education Functions
• Research and Evaluation
• Organizational Behavior and Development
• The Helping Relationship and Career Development
• The American College Student and College Environment
• Supervised Practicum and Internship

PROGRAM MISSION
The College Student Affairs (CSA) M.Ed. Program at the University of South Florida was created to foster the intellectual and professional development of individuals seeking careers as student affairs administrators in institutions of higher education. Through intensive coursework and relative practical experience, individuals gain a broad knowledge and understanding of the theoretical foundation of the profession and the principles and practices that promote holistic college student development. Through current methods of instruction and research, individuals will learn and apply the skills necessary for developing climates conducive to college studentsâ learning and personal growth.

PROGRAM UNIQUENESS
Not provided.

NATIONAL STANDARDS
Meets ACPA Professional Preparation Commission Standards: YES
Meets CAS Standards:
Other/Comments:

APPLICATION AND ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

Master's Application Minimum College of Education Requirements: 1. Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 minimum in the last half of the baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution AND minimum total GRE score of 800 (verbal and quantitative) 2. OR Minimum total score of 1000 on the GRE (verbal and quantitative) AND 2.5 minimum undergraduate GPA 3. OR Prior graduate degree from an accredited institution AND minimum GRE score of 800 (verbal and quantitative). 4. Applicants whose native language is not English are required to submit a score of at least 550 from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) taken within two years preceding application. This requirement may be waived when alternative evidence of English proficiency is presented. 5. Although no minimum requirement has yet been set for the new Analytical Writing component of the GRE, due to the writing intensiveness of the CSA program applicants with a minimum score of 4 will have a greater chance of success.

CSA Program Requirements: 1. Have experience relevant to the program. 2. Submit a personal statement of professional goals to Program Coordinator 3. Interview with program faculty and staff. Program interviews take place one day per week from January through May (or until all placements are filled). The program interview committee generally consists of the program coordinator, 1 faculty member and 2-4 current students. 4. Interview with Assistantship Supervisors. This process varies from department to department. 5. Applications will be accepted until all assistantships are filled. However, applications from qualified candidates, received by March 15, will have a better opportunity of securing their first choice of assistantship. Students will be interviewed as applications arrive, and assistantship placements will be determined as soon as a match is made.

CURRICULUM INFORMATION

Program Required Hours: Master's - 42 credit hours

 

Master's Curriculum Fall Term -Total Credit Hours: 9 Introduction to College Student Affairs (3 cr.) Group Processes (3 cr.) Foundations of Educational Research (3 cr.) Spring Term - Total Credit Hours: 9 Student Development Theory (3 cr.) Ecology of Campus Life (3 cr.) Workshop and Conference Design (3 cr.) Summer Term - Total Credit Hours: 6 Practicum & Seminar (1-4 cr.) Issues in Diversity (2 cr.) Suggested Elective: Financial Aid Administration (2 cr.) Is a thesis required? No.

Year II Fall Term - Total Credit Hours: 9 Wellness Seminar (2 cr.) The Law & Student Affairs (3 cr.) Practicum (1 cr.) TBA Internship & Seminar (3 cr.) Spring Term - Total Credit Hours: 9 Career Planning & Exploration (3 cr.) Consultation Skills for Staff Development (3 cr.) Internship (3 cr.)

STUDENT DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION - Students in student affairs or higher education administration programs  (2003-2004):

	Total Number	# of Males	# of Females	# of Whites	# of Persons of Color
Master's	47	14	33	33	14
	% of part-time students	% of full-time students	% of students enrolled in the program who also hold some form of financial assistance (graduate assistantship, fellowship, tuition waiver, scholarship)
Master's	4	47	94

PROGRAM FACULTY - Faculty members with areas of specialization and percentage of time devoted to the program.

Elisa Abes, Ph.D., student development theory, identity development service-learning; 100%
Wilma J. Henry, Ed.D., retention & student success programs, spirituality; 50%

Last modified 06/03/2005
Information submitted by: Lorie A. Kittendorf 11/21/03

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