SAHE Frequently Asked Questions

The priority deadline is January 2, 2024

No, the GRE is not required for admission to the Miami University SAHE M.S. program.

We require two reference letters, one from a professor and one from a professional with whom you have worked (for example, a student organization advisor or work supervisor). Letters that address both your in-class and out-of-class experiences assist faculty in assessing your readiness to pursue a graduate degree. Your letters of reference must address your ability to succeed in the program.

Full-time students are eligible to be considered for an assistantship. These 18-20 hour-per-week assistantships are available in the Division of Student Life and other university offices. Assistantships include a tuition waiver and stipend during the academic year. Practicums also provide students with practical experience. They are part of the required curriculum, and students receive academic credit rather than compensation.

Yes, international students are welcome to apply for admissions. The Miami University Graduate School provides information about the application process for international students. We also suggest you review the Miami University Division of Student Life page and the NASPA and ACPA websites before submitting your application. These webpages will allow you to review the work and philosophy of student affairs in the United States. Reviewing these websites will help you determine if the SAHE program is consistent with your prior experiences and professional goals.

Yes, some applicants will be selected to interview for admissions. These “interview days” take place in February on Zoom. In addition to admissions interviews, Interview Days also include assistantship interviews, panels with faculty, students, and alumni, a mock class, and identity-based affinity spaces.

If you would like to schedule a campus visit, please contact us via email - sahe@MiamiOH.edu.