Higher Education MEd

Temple University’s Master of Education in Higher Education builds a strong foundation of skill and understanding of relevant areas, including

access to postsecondary education,
changes necessary to meet state and federal college completion goals,
equity in student higher education outcomes, and
urban educational issues.

Gain a broad knowledge of higher education in a diverse learning environment, and develop the expertise necessary to become a leader in the field.

The Higher Education MEd is presented in a hybrid format, offering both online and in-person courses. Face-to-face class meetings are held during the evening at Temple University's Main Campus. The master’s degree is designed to accommodate schedules of busy working professionals.

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Tuition & Fees

In keeping with Temple’s commitment to access and affordability, this Master of Education offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more. These tuition costs apply to the 2025–2026 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident: $1,148.00 per credit
Out-of-state: $1,577.00 per credit

View the full cost of attendance breakdown on the Student Financial Services website.

Program Contact

Katie Smith, associate professor, is the faculty program contact for the Higher Education MEd.
Phone: 215-201-8078
Email: [click-for-email]

Our Advisors

Advisors will guide you in navigating the curriculum and selecting the appropriate coursework to achieve your academic and professional goals. A graduate academic advisor will also be available to help you with scheduling, policies and procedures to assure your smooth passage through the program.

Questions

For more information about this program, the College of Education and Human Development, how to apply for admission and your application status, contact Enrollment Management.

Enrollment Management
Ritter Annex 150
1301 Cecil B. Moore Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19122
Phone: 215-204-8011
Email: [click-for-email]

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Higher Education MEd