Student Development Administration

Department Chair: TBD

Objectives

Student Development Administration graduates are prepared to meet the needs of changing college student populations. Our program provides students with practical experience in student affairs, develops cultural competence to foster diversity in two- or four-year college settings, and enhances leadership skills and values to promote equity and holistic development for students in higher education. The nationally recognized program accommodates full and part-time students.

Internship

All students are required to complete 300 hours (SDAD 5640, 5650, 5660) of professional practice internships in the field, either at Seattle University or at any of several cooperating institutions in the area.

Admission Requirements

Applications are considered once a year for admission for either summer or fall entry only. Those seeking a graduate assistantship should submit a graduate assistantship cover letter with other application materials. See the program’s web site for detailed information and annual admissions deadline. Admission is selective. Candidates evaluated on individual merits as well as a comparative basis with pool of candidates.
Official transcripts reflecting four-year equivalent bachelor’s degree in any field from a regionally accredited college or university
Minimum GPA of 3.00 calculated from transcripts of all post-secondary educational institutions attended in the last 90 quarter/60 semester credits of the bachelor’s degree, including transfer credit earned during this time, and any post-baccalaureate course work. Applicants without the minimum GPA or those without letter-graded transcripts must submit official GRE scores by the deadline. Scores must be from tests taken within the last five years to be considered official.
Two recommendations from individuals familiar with the applicant’s ability to complete graduate-level study and perform as a professional, using the College of Education Recommendation Forms found in the application packet
Professional autobiography showing evolution of career interests
Current résumé
Two- to three-page autobiography showing evolution of career interests
College of Education Self-Evaluation form
If applying for a graduate assistantship, complete separate form. See the program’s web site for detailed information.

Comprehensive Examination or Portfolio

Students may choose one of two options for their culminating experience in the program, either an electronic portfolio that documents their mastery of the program’s learning outcomes or a comprehensive examination. Students who choose the comprehensive examination must satisfactorily complete a four-hour written comprehensive examination at the conclusion of their program. The examinations are offered on a regular schedule, in accordance with established College of Education policy.