Program Resources
College Student Affairs Program
Program Overview
The Master’s degree program in College Student Affairs (CSA) prepares students to enter professional positions in Student Affairs at a variety of post-secondary institutions. Learning opportunities for students include combinations of classroom instruction, project-based learning, field experiences, internships, and individualized learning. CSA students pursue a rigorous program of academic study combined with practicum and internship experiences that enable them to focus on their particular areas of interest or gain experience across a variety of Student Affairs fields
Graduate Internships
Graduate internships are part-time positions, requiring 20 hours per week, that all CSA students must hold during their program enrollment. Internships provide tuition remission and a stipend. Internships in Residence Life also provide housing and some meals. CSA students are responsible for payment of student fees.
Field Experiences
CSA students are required to complete two field experiences during their program enrollment. Each of the required field experience placements affords CSA students the opportunity to work in student affairs setting that have been approved by the CSA faculty. Students work approximately 8 hours per week in each field experience site, except for summer job placements which can differ. While enrolled in each Field Experience, students attend a seminar that focuses on issues of relating theory to practice.