Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Higher Education Administration – Student Affairs
Implement Student Affairs Policy at the Highest Level with an Ed.S. in Higher Education Administration
We know that you are passionate about giving your students the best possible educational experience. Liberty’s Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Higher Education Administration – Student Affairs is designed to help you analyze current trends and policies in higher education and improve processes to maximize student experiences. With an Ed.S. from Liberty, you can be better prepared to bring more effective policy to your students, faculty, and community.
Our Ed.S. is taught by faculty who have a desire to see you succeed. With advanced degrees and years of experience in related fields, our faculty are some of the best resources available to you. Our professors are excited to partner with you as you begin your Ed.S. in Higher Education Administration − Student Affairs. Upon completion of your degree, you can seamlessly transfer your credits into our Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration – Student Affairs program.
What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Ed.S. in Higher Education Administration − Student Affairs?
- College and university administration
- Current issues and trends in student affairs
- Leadership and administration in student affairs
- Legal issues and policies in student affairs
Throughout our Ed.S. in Higher Education Administration − Student Affairs, you can foster and further develop skills in university administration so that you are well prepared to address the multifaceted issues that face colleges and universities. You will learn about the processes surrounding evaluation of institutional effectiveness, current trends and issues, and educational law and legal policy. At Liberty, our goal is for you to effectively lead others and turn your knowledge of education and administration into wisdom that you can pass on to your students and peers.
Potential Careers for Ed.S. in Higher Education Administration − Student Affairs Graduates
- Academic affairs specialist
- College administrator
- Education policy writer
- International education specialist
- Student affairs officer
Benefits of Pursuing Your Ed.S. in Higher Education Administration – Student Affairs 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 education specialist degree 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 Ed.S. in Higher Education Administration − Student Affairs 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 Ed.S. 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

Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC