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Higher Education programs

Our graduate programs are designed to meet the complex and evolving needs of professionals in higher education. Whether your interests lie in student affairs, academic research, education policy, or university leadership, our flexible formats support your professional engagement while fostering meaningful academic growth. These programs enable you to integrate advanced study into your career trajectory—empowering you to lead change, shape policy, and contribute to the future of higher education.

 

Waived Application Fee Through March 1 

No GRE Exams Required

Master's Programs

On-Campus

Priority Deadline: Feb. 15

Funding Available

Become an impactful leader in the higher education landscape by gaining a deep understanding of how higher education is structured, funded and governed. This program will allow you to design a personalized study plan that prepares you for leadership roles in colleges, universities, nonprofits and government agencies.

Doctorate Programs

Executive-Style Format

App Deadline: Feb. 1

The Executive Doctorate in Higher Education Management program invites collaboration between senior leaders from higher education, government, nonprofit organizations and the private sector. If you want to shape the future of higher education — without interrupting your career — this Ivy League doctoral degree provides the path to do so, while advancing your career and joining a high-powered, lifelong professional community.

 

EXECUTIVE-STYLE PROGRAM

Executive-style programs are designed for working professionals, offering flexible, intensive coursework that combines online and on-campus sessions.

Here to help you change the world.

Our graduate-level programs prepare students for careers as educators, school leaders, education researchers, higher education professionals, school psychologists, reading specialists and more. Find your calling at Penn GSE.

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Why Penn GSE?

Grow, thrive, and find community while you’re in graduate school — Penn GSE supports your success in academia and beyond.

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Learn from world-renowned faculty shaping education through policy, research, and practice to solve critical issues.

Icon for Connect with a global network of peers and alumni through mentorship programs, collaborative research, and dynamic networking events.

Connect with a global network of peers and alumni through mentorship programs, collaborative research, and dynamic networking events.

Icon for Prepare for interviews and real-world experiences through training sessions, workshops, and job simulations.

Prepare for interviews and real-world experiences through training sessions, workshops, and job simulations.

Icon for Take the next steps after graduation with access to job boards, career resources, and the Penn GSE Career Services office.

Take the next steps after graduation with access to job boards, career resources, and the Penn GSE Career Services office.

  • “The faculty are dedicated to developing the next generation of educationleaders.  My peers wereequally influential, offering new perspectives and support – I wouldn’t be where I am today without that community.”

    Brandon McCallister, M.S.Ed., GED'24

  • “I chose this program for its strong theoretical foundation and real-world application.It’s been a game-changer for my career – sharpening my leadership and management skills in higher education.”

    Yangju Yi, M.S.Ed., GED'24

  • “The environment in the classroom is amazing – the faculty allow us to bring our lived and professional experiences, which provides for a rich learning environment for us all.”

    Nicole Thomas, Ed.D., GRD'24

Ready to change the world through education?

Penn GSE offers a vibrant array of high-quality, flexible degree programs in education research and practice, many of which are designed for working professionals. Find that program that aligns with your personal and professional goals.

Find Your Place at Penn GSE