Graduate College

College of Education

Welcome to the department of College Student Personnel (CSP) at Arkansas Tech University.  Our department offers a 36 hour Master of Science degree program to prepare passionate Student Affairs professionals to work in a variety of higher education settings.  This practitioner-oriented program is available both on campus and online.  If you are interested in learning more about our program I hope that you will find the information available on our web pages beneficial.

The faculty and staff in CSP welcome the opportunity to assist current and potential students.  Please e-mail, call, or come by and let us assist you.

Sincerely,
Susan J. Underwood, Ph.D., Department Head
Crabaugh Hall
1310 N. El Paso Avenue
Russellville, AR  72801
(479) 964-3251
sunderwood@atu.edu

Note:  Whether applicants will be participating online or on campus all admission requirements, with the exception of immunization records being required for campus based students, are the same.  Our curriculum is identical for both methods of instruction (online and face-to-face). Students will have the opportunity to choose the format they prefer when they enroll.

  

CSP Program Mission Statement

Offering a 36 credit hour, practitioner oriented Master of Science degree, the College Student Personnel (CSP) department prepares individuals for a career as student affairs generalists in a variety of higher education settings. The CSP graduate program, offered completely online and/or on campus, is committed to the growth and development of students by combining academic preparation, mentorship, and field experience in student affairs. Through its freshman course offerings the CSP department works to assist entering college students make successful transitions to the college environment.

CSP Program Objectives

  1. CSP students will be able to demonstrate mastery and application of foundational and professional studies.
  2. CSP students will demonstrate professional behavior in carrying out student services work.
  3. Students will be satisfied with the CSP program.
  4. Online students will perform at similar levels as on campus students.