College Student Services Administration
(Master of Science in Education)

The Saint Rose master's program in College Student Services Administration prepares students for careers on college and university campuses, working in the offices of the registrar, financial aid, admissions, residence life, and student affairs. Through the study of topics such as student development theories, multicultural counseling, and the roles and responsibilities of student affairs staff, you will learn how student services function on a college campus.

The Saint Rose Difference
The program in College Student Services Administration helps students develop their understanding of higher education as it relates to the development of the whole student on college and university campuses. Through a theory-to-practice model of learning, the program helps students develop both practical skills and a theoretical understanding of the role of higher education in a diverse society. In addition, the Saint Rose program offers small classes in which students receive individual attention from professors. The College's location in New York's Capital Region, with more than 14 colleges and universities, offers multiple field experience opportunities in a range of settings.

Career Opportunities
This program prepares students for entry- to mid-level positions in the student services sector of higher education. Graduates accept jobs in college and university settings in a variety of areas including academic services, financial aid, fraternity/sorority services, multicultural services, residence life, student activities, student affairs, and study abroad.

Field Experience
The master's degree in College Student Services Administration requires the successful completion of a 36-credit program, including a three-credit internship to be completed during the last semester of study.

Admission Requirements

• A completed Saint Rose Graduate School Application;
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution;
• Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended;
• At least two letters of recommendation: one which addresses the individual's character and potential to be a counselor, and one which addresses the individual's scholarship and is written by a professional qualified to make that assessment;
• Attendance at an admission workshop for the College Student Services Administration program. Several times each semester admission workshops are held on campus. A workshop must be attended for admission to the program. The workshops provide program information and also allow for individual and group interviews;
• An overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0; and;
• Students must have completed nine hours of psychology course work within five years prior to admission to the College Student Services Administration degree program. Course work may include adolescent psychology, theories of personality, adult development, or abnormal psychology. If applicants have not taken the courses, they must do so before completing 18 graduate credit hours. These prerequisite courses may be taken at the undergraduate level. They may also be taken at the graduate level, but may not be counted as electives within the program.

We understand that earning an advanced degree is a serious investment. That's why we invite you to tour our campus and speak with an admissions counselor.

Deadlines:
While Saint Rose Graduate School applications may be obtained from Graduate and Continuing Education Admissions, we encourage applicants to use our convenient
online application.

June 1:
Preferred Deadline for Fall Admission

October 15:
Preferred Deadline for Spring Admission

March 15:
Preferred Deadline for Summer Admission

There is no guarantee that applications received after deadlines can be reviewed in a timely enough manner to ensure matriculation and registration for the upcoming term.

Financial Aid Opportunities The College of Saint Rose offers a variety of academic and some need-based scholarships for graduate students. Interested students should contact Graduate and Continuing Education Admissions for specific details. Academic, Cultural Diversity & International Scholarships Application deadline: June 30 for Fall October 30 for Spring Graduate Assistantships Application deadline: June 1 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Application deadline: May 1 Deferred Payment Plan Employer Assistance Internship in Special Education A full-year paid internship opportunity is available for those applicants who possess provisional or initial certification in elementary, secondary, or special education. We understand that earning an advanced degree is a serious investment. That's why we invite you to tour our campus and speak with an admissions counselor.

Faculty
In the Saint Rose College Student Services Administration master's program, all courses are taught by full-time faculty members—never teaching assistants.

Steven Birchak, Ed.D., University of Northern Colorado.
Expertise: Character Education; Violence and Aggression

Michael Bologna, Ph.D., University at Albany, SUNY. Expertise: Relationship Violence in Homosexual Couples; Post-modern Theory and Treatment with Battered Women; Community Mental Health

Jelane Kennedy, Ed.D., The College of William and Mary. Expertise: Women's Issues; Homophobia; Diversity and Multicultural Training; Career Counseling

Claudia Lingertat, Psy. D. (cand.), Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Expertise: School Counseling; Suicide Prevention; Mental Health Counseling; Trauma