Credits required
54 or 18 Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 54 or 18 quarter credits are equal to 36 or 12 semester credits.*
Cost per credit
$560 Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.†
Delivery
Online You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online. View the curriculum.‡
Start terms
4 per year
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Ed.M. in College Student Services Administration – Online

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Careers

Both of Oregon State’s online College Student Services Administration programs will prepare you to work in a multitude of postsecondary education settings. OSU’s on-campus CSSA program has seen a 100% hire rate for the last three graduating classes.

Sample work areas for CSSA program graduates

  • Student affairs
  • Student support services
  • College union/centers
  • Recreational sports
  • Student government and activities
  • Residence life programs
  • Student housing
  • Financial aid
  • Career services
  • Student advising
  • Academic support
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Important dates

Spring term starts
April 3
Summer term starts
June 26

See our academic calendar for our full quarter term schedule.

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