College of Education & Human Services
College Student Personnel Graduate Program
Major Matchup Guide
Welcome to our Major Matchup Guide for aspiring student affairs professionals. If you're an undergraduate student or recent graduate who is thinking about what to do next, or have been out of school awhile and are considering a job change, why not start the path to a career in student affairs or higher education with a CSP degree? 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.
Stay tuned as we feature more 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.
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.
Have More Questions?
Set up a meeting with graduate assistants from our CSP Team, Joey and Kelvin
Career Matchup Guide for Athletic Coaches
Attend an Open House
Attend one of our open houses to learn more about the CSP program. Connect with faculty, current grads, and graduate assistant supervisors. (Please note these are all central time.)
Fall 2024 Dates
- Virtual Open House, September 24, 4:00 p.m., Reserve Your Spot
- In Person Open House, October 22, 6:00 p.m., Reserve Your Spot
- Virtual Open House, November 9, 12:00 p.m., Reserve Your Spot
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