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Thank you for the feedback, @Functionality and @AdjunctOverload I graduated from UNC-CH with 3.75 GPA and still have to take the GRE, though I scored decently (159 V) on the practice test. What type of teaching would a master's student in higher ed do? I'd also eventually like to pursue a doctorate. Are certain master's programs better at helping students prepare for doctoral programs than others?

Hi all - I am interested in applying to master's programs in higher education admin in the next year and would like to know the importance of professional experience in higher ed in the admissions process. I am a recent graduate of a top public university and have experience working part-time in Admissions. I also have experience as an intern with an ed policy non-profit and currently work full-time as a researcher on education topics. Outside of work, I have experience volunteering as a college admissions mentor for low-income students. I have a strong GPA, extracurricular involvement, and graduated with honors. My question is, will I need additional experience working in university administration or will my combination of part-time work as an undergrad and policy research suffice? I'm especially interested in the following programs: USC, UCLA, HGSE, Penn, Vanderbilt, UVA Thanks!