Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Higher Education Administration
Earn a Top Credential in Your Field as You Work with University Students and Educators
Liberty University’s 100% online Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Higher Education Administration degree will allow you to gain knowledge and training in areas such as student affairs and general administration in college and university settings. The growth of institutions of higher learning nationwide has created a greater need for qualified individuals to develop innovative solutions for the growing demands of these organizations.
This program will give you the option to pursue an advanced degree in higher education administration while providing a seamless transition into the Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration program, as it shares similar program learning outcomes. Liberty’s online Ed.S. in Higher Education Administration courses will transfer to a doctorate later, providing a path toward doctoral studies when you’re ready.
What Will You Study in Our Ed.S. in Higher Education Administration?
- Teaching college students
- Historical perspectives of higher education
- Organizational analysis and problem-solving for education
- College and university administration
Our Education Specialist – Higher Education Administration degree program features core courses to help you understand the principles of teaching college students, details about assessments and accreditation, and the intricacies of university administration. The Education Specialist – Higher Education Administration degree also includes an advanced research course and nine hours of education electives to offer you a tailored degree experience.
If you’re interested in a more specialized Ed.S., we also offer an Ed.S. in Higher Education Administration – Student Affairs.
Potential Careers for Ed.S. in Higher Education Administration Graduates
- Academic affairs director
- College administrator
- Educator
Benefits of Pursuing Your Ed.S. with Liberty University
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online Ed.S. in Higher Education Administration from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- You can complete our Education Specialist program in as little as 1.5 years.
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
600+ Online Degrees
With over 600 online degrees, we have something that will accommodate your dreams and calling.
Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus
Our residential campus ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America. That commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.
No tuition increase for 9 years
We want to help you pursue your goals – so while tuition rates at most universities have continued to increase over the years, the majority of our rates haven’t.
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Hear from our Graduates
“The best part of my LU experience has been my growing faith formation through my developing educational understanding, as an aspiring school administrator.”
Megan Schultz, EdD School Administration & Supervision
“Liberty offers an affordable, Christ-centered education, honoring the foundations of our country. I have learned how to apply a Biblical worldview to my work in public policy while adequately knowing history and the founding documents of United States.”
Morgan Schlesselman, Master’s in Public Policy
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James, Master of Divinity
