Higher Education Emerging Leader FellowshipReceive a scholarship up to 50% of tuitionFor candidates pursuing a Master's in Higher Education Administration or Student Affairs Administration. View degree optionsWe 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. Explore Make a nomination Request nomination Make a nominationPracticing higher education administrators can identify individuals they believe have potential to become effective change makers and trailblazers in higher education Nominate here How to apply Step 1Get nominatedAll candidates must be nominated. If you have not already been nominated you can request a nomination. Request nomination Step 2Apply to WarnerApply 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. Get started Fellowship benefits 50-100% scholarshipEach Emerging Leader Fellow is eligible to receive a scholarship up to 50% of tuition. Employees of the University of Rochester who are eligible for tuition benefits will receive a 100% tuition scholarship by having their remaining tuition balance waived. Master's degreeOur 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 certificationEmerging 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 developmentEmerging Leader Fellows will have access to a variety of exclusive career preparation opportunities such as workshops, networking events, and conference funding. Supportive learning environmentEach 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 feeNominated 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 Learn more /directory/andrea-barrett Program Director Andrea BarrettAssistant Professor (Clinical), Co-Chair Educational Leadership (585) 275-1007 abarrett@warner.rochester.edu 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.