Application Process

Leadership Studies commence in the Fall semester  (late August).

January 15 priority consideration and funding requests

Late applications may be considered until April 1

To be considered for admission, the materials and criteria listed on the Admission Requirements tab are required before a decision can be made as a degree-seeking student in Leadership Studies Program at Bowling Green State University.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must have an advanced degree (e.g., Master's, J.D., or Ph.D.) with an overall minimum GPA of 3.0 from an accredited institution, without exception. Applicants whose prior study was outside the United States must have completed the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree and a Master's degree.

Applications from individuals with degrees in any discipline are encouraged, and no prior coursework in leadership is required.

Please submit the following to the Office of Graduate Admission:

• Scanned copy of official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Upon admission, final official transcripts from each degree granting institution must be submitted.

• Personal statement approximately two pages in length describing career goals and how a leadership studies degree will assist in achieving those goals.

• Three letters of recommendation.

• Current resume reflecting educational and work history, professional and volunteer experience.
• An academic or professional writing sample