Higher Education Emerging Leader Fellowship
A scholarship covering up to 50% of tuition costs
For candidates pursuing a Master's in Higher Education Administration or Student Affairs Administration. View degree options
We are dedicated to cultivating the higher education leaders of tomorrow with our emerging leader fellowship. Fellows receive extraordinary financial, educational, and career preparation as they work to become effective change-makers and trailblazers in higher education.
Make a Nomination
Practicing higher education administrators can identify individuals they believe have the potential to become effective change-makers and trailblazers in higher education.
Step 1
Get nominated
All candidates must be nominated. If you have not already been nominated you can request a nomination.
Step 2
Apply to Warner
Apply for a Master's in Higher Education Administration or Student Affairs Administration, and be sure to select the Higher Education Emerging Leader Fellowship designation.
We will waive the application fee for those who have already been nominated.
Scholarship
Each Emerging Leader Fellow is eligible to receive a scholarship of up to 50% of tuition. Employees of the University of Rochester eligible for tuition benefits will receive a significant portion of their tuition covered.
Master's Degree
Our 36-credit-hour master's programs in higher education include a mix of required and elective courses that are offered both in online and in-person formats, which enables you to create a personalized program of study tailored to your career interests and needs. Learn more
Free Additional Certification
Emerging Leader Fellows are eligible to add an advanced certificate in either Program Evaluation or Online Teaching at no additional cost. This will allow Emerging Leader Fellows to graduate from the Warner School with two credentials for the cost of one.
Professional Development
Emerging Leader Fellows will have access to a variety of exclusive career preparation opportunities such as workshops, networking events, and conference funding.
Supportive Learning Environment
Each Emerging Leader Fellow will be matched with an academic advisor who will assist in building a personalized program of study tailored to their academic and career interests. Courses are also offered in in-person, online, and hybrid formats for increased flexibility and customization.
No Application Fee
Nominated Emerging Leader Fellows will have their application fee waived. While applying fellow must select the Higher Education Emerging Leader Fellowship designation. Get started
Master's Degrees in Higher Education
Program Director
Andrea Barrett
Assistant Professor (Clinical), Co-Chair Educational Leadership
Questions?
For more information about admissions requirements, academic programs, financial aid, or any other non-Higher Education Emerging Leader Fellowship questions, please contact admissions.
For more information about the Higher Education Emerging Leader Fellowship, please contact Andrea Barrett.