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Major Matchup Guide
Even if you love your major, maybe you've decided to apply the skills you've gained in undergrad toward a different career path. Welcome to our Major Matchup Guide for aspiring student affairs professionals! Whether you're an undergraduate, recent graduate exploring your next steps, or someone considering a career change after some time away from school, pursuing a CSP degree could be your gateway to a fulfilling career in student affairs or higher education. Our guide, created with the assistance of AI, helps you explore how your undergraduate major can seamlessly transition into a master's degree in College Student Personnel at Western Illinois University.
Why CSP?
- Our program provides in-depth knowledge of student development theories, higher education policies, and best practices for supporting diverse student populations.
- We emphasize hands-on experiences, equipping you with skills in advising and helping, crisis intervention, program development, and organizational management.
- We connect you to a network of professionals in the field, facilitating connections that can lead to job opportunities and collaborative initiatives.
- We prepare you to create supportive and inclusive environments that promote students’ academic success and personal growth.
- We support you in research where you can explore important topics in higher education.
Discover how the skills and knowledge from your undergraduate studies can enrich your journey in student affairs and prepare you for a rewarding career supporting and guiding students. Our master's degree can be your next step in making a meaningful impact in higher education!
Major Matchup Guide for Majors A-G
Major Matchup Guide for Majors H-Z
Don't see your major in our guide? Don't stress! Any undergraduate major can provide you with the skills necessary to pursue a CSP degree. If you'd like to talk with our team about how your background fits with our program, please see the contact info for our graduate assistants in the highlight box on this page.
Are you an athletic coach who is intersted in student affairs? We've created a career matchup guide to show you how this career aligns with our master's degree.
Career Matchup Guide for Athletic Coaches
October is Careers in Student Affairs Month
Every October, NASPA, a leading organization in our field dedicated to promoting student affairs and higher education through professional development, research, and advocacy for student success, celebrates the student affairs profession with a lineup of virtual events and resources that are complimentary to members and non-members. Stay tuned for events in October 2025.
We will continue to feature alumni and current graduate
students in our Major Matchup Mondays in Fall 2024
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Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement
Use your expertise in leadership, safety, conflict resolution, policy, and ethics to support and guide college students.
Business
Apply your skills in strategic planning, financial management, and leadership to enhance student services and campus life.
Art
Use your skills in creativity, attention to detail, and strong communication to design innovative student programs, manage events effectively, and support student needs with a unique and empathetic approach.
Agriculture
Create impactful sustainability initiatives, advise students in agriculture-related fields, and enhance campus life through innovative, environmentally conscious projects.
Communication
Develop workshops utilizing communication theory and effective public speaking techniques to empower students to engage confidently in campus activities and leadership roles.
Exciting Career Opportunities
The CSP program helps you prepare for careers in:
- Residence Life
- Student Engagement
- Fraternity/Sorority Life
- Admissions & Recruitment
- Academic Advising
- Multicultural Programs
- Student Retention
- Career Development
- Plus Many More!
Have More Questions?
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