Online M.Ed.
Is the GRE required?
The UF Student Personnel in Higher Education (SPHE) master’s program does NOT require submission of Graduate Records Examination (GRE) scores.
What is the cost of attending?
Outside the application period of November 1 to March 1, is there anything I can do to prepare to apply?
Future applicants should start updating their resumes and gathering materials like recommendation letters and official transcripts. Applications open on November 1 each year.
Contact us if you have more questions about the application timeline and process.
What all do I need to do to apply? How many recommendation letters are necessary? Is a writing sample required? Where do I send my transcripts?
All information and application process instructions are on the program’s Application Instructions page.
If you have a degree from UF, you do not have to order a transcript from the UF Office of the University Registrar. More information about this is available on the UF Graduate Admissions website.
Does the program or the College of Education offer any need-based application fee waiver?
The University of Florida does not provide an application fee waiver, and neither does the program nor the College of Education. Additionally, if your application is not considered because the application deadline is passed, UF will not issue you a refund for the application fee. It is important to know the application deadlines for the intended major. If you are applying to more than one program, you must complete an application for each program and pay the non-refundable application fee. More information can be found at the graduate admissions page.
When will admission decisions be made?
Cohorts for the SPHE online M.Ed. begin at the start of each Fall semester. Applications are due by March 1 before the Fall you wish to start. Because of our holistic review process, applicants typically receive a final admissions decision between April 15 and May 1.
Will any in-person meetings be required?
While this is a fully online program, we highly encourage students to attend at least two professional association conferences during their two years of study.
We also hope to see you at graduation!
Will I be able to interact with my classmates and the instructor?
Our courses are dynamic in nature: no “discussion boards only” classes. Course content includes lecture recordings and interactive discussion boards focused on the readings and lectures. Most courses are asynchronous, meaning you can log on and view whenever works best for your schedule, while some courses have lectures held synchronously.
Since the classes are online, how can I ask my instructors questions?
Instructors will post office hours. During those hours, they will be available online or by phone. Students can also email their instructors questions outside of scheduled office hours via the Canvas website.
I work at UF/Santa Fe. Does EEP cover courses?
Most courses are covered by the Employee Education Program, or EEP. However, the required practicum course (EDH6947) is not covered by EEP.
For more information, visit the EEP website.
As an out-of-state student, where can I find out if my state allows me to take online UF courses?
The University of Florida is an approved member of the NC-SARA or National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.
For more information and an up-to-date state-by-state discussion of approved online programs, visit the Online/Distance State Authorization Process website.
Where can I find information about courses?
For more information about the program courses, read the program of study downloadable from the program page.
To view syllabi from previous semesters, visit the College of Education syllabus website.
Is there financial aid or scholarships available for this program?
Students are encouraged to contact the UF Office for Student Financial Affairs for assistance with loans, grants and fellowships.
Students can also learn more about applying for College of Education scholarships on EduGator Central’s website.
I am currently attending a different institution. Does the program accept transfer credit?
While it is possible, we only accept transfer credit on a case-by-case basis — and only from other higher education or student affairs master’s programs. The limit is typically 6 credit hours if accepted, although it may be up to 9. All transfer credit requests must take place during the first semester of enrollment in the program.
Per university policy for transfer of credit for master’s degrees, only graduate-level (5000-7999) work with a grade of B or better is eligible for credit. These can include no more than 9 credits from UF-approved institutions. Credits transferred from other universities are applied toward the current degree’s requirements, but grades earned are not computed in the student’s UF grade point average. Acceptance of transfer of credit requires the approval of the student’s supervisory committee and the Dean of the Graduate School.