Like college? Do it for life!
Welcome to the Student Affairs Administration (SAA) in Higher Education master's degree program at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse! Although the name has changed over the years, the SAA program was established in the mid-1960's and has a rich student affairs history. In addition to our traditional On-campus program, we are excited to offer our Online program which started in May, 2007. We received the "official word" that our Online program was also granted NCA accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission in October, 2007. In fact, we may be the only accredited Online student affairs program in the country!
Our graduates get positions in Admissions, Advising, Career Services, Deans of Students and Judicial Affairs Offices, Financial Aid, International Education, Multicultural Services, Registrars, Residence Life, Student Unions, University Centers and other student affairs offices in higher education institutions across the country. The practical experience that our students receive while in the program has been a important aspect of our high job placement rate for our graduates for many years.
One of the most frequent questions I am asked is whether to apply to the SAA Online or On-Campus program. My response is that if you have little or no experience in a higher education setting, then you should strongly consider the On-Campus program because the combination of internships and graduate assistantships will provide you with great professional experience in addition to making you more marketable in your job search. Our Online curriculum is geared towards individuals currently working in a higher education setting as demonstrated by our class discussions, activities, and assignments. Our current students have indicated that a strength of the Online program is the sharing of information and experiences from other campuses and the engaging presence of our faculty. Please make sure to read the FAQ's on this website to learn even more about both programs.
If you believe you would enjoy working in a higher education atmosphere in a student affairs role, we encourage you to take a good look at our SAA program. Please email or call me if you have any questions. You may also contact Kristin, our SAA Graduate Assistant who is in her first year in the program, with your questions or to arrange a campus visit. Her email is vanvleet.kris@students.uwlax.edu. If the "Like college? Do it for life" fits you, consider joining us On-campus or Online -- you won't be disappointed!
Sincerely,
Jodie
Jodie Rindt, Ph.D. -- SAA Program Director
Email:
rindt.jodi@uwlax.edu or call 608-785-6450
Note: Applications will be accepted beginning November 15th through February 1st (Online) or February 15th (On-Campus).