MEd in Community College Administration & Instruction
Learning Mode:
- On-Campus
- Online
Discover opportunities to advance your career as a community college professional. Become a globally aware leader in academic and community college settings through hands-on coursework and experiential learning.
Transform Your Future with the MEd in Community College Administration & Instruction
The MEd in Community College Administration & Instruction at Morgan State University will help you realize your potential in community college settings. With a curriculum focused on empowering the roles and voices of underrepresented populations, you will develop the skills you need to succeed in the dynamic field of higher education.
By pursuing your advanced degree with us, you will have access to powerful partnerships with local community colleges and collaborate with our award-winning staff to empower your career.
Take nine core courses and then get hands-on, real-world experiences
Pursue one program track and link theory with practice with a hands-on internship, or practicum
Study on campus or 100% online
Complete your degree in as little as 24 months (or take up to five years to finish)
Why Morgan?
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We take pride in our diversity and international-friendly community. Over 20% of Morgan students identify as nonblack, coming from the United States or places like Africa, China, Saudi Arabia, and more.
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Morgan is first among all HBCUs for Fulbright Scholars. Our students excel in their fields, pursuing higher levels of research and achievement.
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Over 55,000 Morgan alumni make up a passionate network that spans the United States and beyond. Our graduates become leaders in their communities, their careers, and the world.
Advance in Your Professional Career
Being a leader at a community college plays an indispensable role in higher education. Whether you are aiming to land your first mid-level administration job, or receive a promotion, the MEd in Community College Administration & Instruction will bring you closer to your future endeavors. At Morgan, we will prepare you for academic and professional pathways full of growth and opportunity that will enable you to make a real difference.
Learn In-Demand Skills
Build upon your foundation in community college leadership and focus on developing the specialized knowledge in key areas. You will learn the latest trends, practices, and theories that support the ultimate goal of higher education—student success.
Leadership and administration in community colleges
Community college finance and budgeting
Contemporary issues in urban education
Educational research methods
Legal aspects of education
Secure Your Ideal Career
Once you graduate, you will have the expertise to advance as a mid-level administrator, student affairs professional, or instructional leader within a community college setting. Here is a short list of the many job titles and careers that align with higher education institutions.
Vice President of Student Services
Dean/Assistant Dean
Senior Admissions Officer
Director of Student Affairs
Director of Alumni Services
Chief Academic Officer
Chief Learning Officer
Training and Development Manager
Pursue Hands-On Research and Internships
Find the competitive edge you have been seeking. Maximize your potential with real-world experiences outside the classroom, including career-oriented internships, advanced research or thesis projects, and networking events in the Baltimore-Washington metropolis. Make connections in the community. Collaborate with our award-winning faculty. Here, you have every opportunity you need to thrive.
Collaborative Learning
Whether you are learning in class or from home, you will be immersed in a collaborative environment with your peers and professors. Pursue impactful research while working closely with faculty members.
Contribute to Our Legacy of Excellence
At Morgan, student success is our top priority. Our goal is to provide an exceptional learning environment in which your academic, intellectual, and personal growth excel far beyond your expectations and long after graduation. Long known for our achievements in the humanities and social sciences, we have a strong history of guiding students toward success no matter what the challenge. Just like our distinguished alumni before you, you can accomplish the unimaginable. We are confident you will become part of our legacy of excellence.
- Karen Irving, Morgan State Graduate Student Association President (2021-22), EdD in Community College Leadership, Doctoral Candidate
Financial Support Makes Things Possible
Choosing the right program is a big decision—and we are here to help you navigate the options available for funding your education. Whether you are an in-state, out-of-state, or international student, you may be eligible for Graduate Funding. We also offer two types of Graduate Assistantships: Teaching Assistantships (TAs) and Research Assistantships (RAs). Both provide special learning opportunities in exchange for a stipend/salary and Tuition Award. In addition, by simply filing your FAFSA each year, you will be able to participate in Federal Plus Loans and Federal Direct Loan Programs. With proper planning, going back to graduate school is more than possible. We are committed to breaking barriers and opening doors for all future students. Contact us to learn more about affordability at Morgan’s School of Graduate Studies.
Graduate Fellowships and federal Title III Graduate Fellowships provide a stipend and Tuition Award
Teaching Assistantships offer you the chance to teach and assist with undergraduate courses
Research Assistantships give you research experience with faculty-led or external projects
Federal Direct Loan Programs include the Direct Subsidized and Direct Unsubsidized Loans
Additional Grants and Scholarships from external sources award free money—so apply early
Discover the MEd in Community College Administration & Instruction
Find meaningful success—both personally and professionally—with the On-Campus or Online MEd in Community College Administration & Instruction. If you are ready to learn valuable skills for a more rewarding career, why wait? Request more information today and we will reach out to you with all the details.