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SPHE Online M.Ed. Program

How to Apply

Please be sure all required application material is submitted by the posted deadline.

Complete each of the steps to apply to the program. Click the links below to find out more information about each of the steps.

Additional Information

Application Deadlines
- Applications for admission to the Online SPHE M.Ed. for next Fall will begin to be accepted November 1. Applications must be received by March 1. Because of the holistic review process, applicants are typically notified between April 15 and May 1.
- Allow 2-4 weeks to gather all application materials, including official transcripts and letters of recommendation, as all materials are required for review and admission.
Information for International Applicants
Immunizations/Health History (if admitted)

If you have additional questions about the application process please email COE Graduate Admissions with the subject line “Online SPHE application question”.

About the Program Tuition and Fees Frequently Asked Questions Request Information Step 1: UF Grad School Application Step 2: Online M.Ed. Application

Program Application Materials

Applicants

In the the Application Information Tab, under the Location of Intended Program, select Distance Education.
- Under Program of Study, select Student Personnel in Higher Education – Master of Education (MED) as your desired program
A $30.00 (non-refundable) Application Fee is required. Credit card payments require an additional $7.00 processing fee
Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (applicant provides name and contact information, and the recommender receives a link to upload the letter online)
- At least one of these MUST come from a current or former supervisor in higher education/student affairs.
Statement of Purpose (upload as a PDF)
- Specify your career goals and how your study at the University of Florida relates to those goals. Include evidence of your interest in, commitment to, and/or potential for leadership in the field of higher education.
Résumé (upload as PDF under the Resume section)
- Pursuant to Florida Statute, your application requires inclusion of all post-high school education and employment, as well as information about ongoing international affiliations and research funding. Please ensure this information is included on your résumé.
Writing sample REQUIRED (upload as a PDF under the Other Section) that answers the following question:
- What role should Student Affairs professionals have in the student experience? (3-page limit, double-spaced)
Transcripts sent to: *
University of Florida
Office of Admissions
PO Box 114000
Gainesville, FL 32611-4000

*If you have a degree from UF, you do not have to order a transcript from the Office of the University Registrar. Information about this can be found on the official Graduate Admissions website.

The Student Personnel in Higher Education master’s program does NOT require a submission of Graduate Records Examination (GRE) scores.

New Student Application Returning Student Application

NOTE: Previously enrolled graduate students, who have skipped two or more terms, and are looking to return to the exact same program and degree level at which they previously attended, should apply using the Returning Student Application.

About the Program Tuition and Fees Frequently Asked Questions

If you have trouble uploading your SPHE Online M.Ed. Application documents, please submit them to:

COE Graduate Admissions at GradAdmissions@coe.ufl.edu

with the subject line “Online SPHE application question”.