Doctoral Admissions Policies

Responsible Officer
Sandeep Gopalan
Responsible Office
Enrollment Services
Approving Body
Board of Trustees
Approval Date
Last Revision
Re-evaluation Date
Departmental Impact
Enrollment Services
Publication: Catalog

Policy Statement

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Leadership degree is multidisciplinary in scope, and online in delivery, with one required on-campus residency in the first year. It is designed for students seeking an advanced degree leading to organizational leadership positions.

Policy Procedures

A master’s degree or the equivalent is required from an accredited college, and a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00. Additionally, an applicant must submit:

  • An autobiographical essay
  • A current resume
  • Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions

Failure to follow this policy may lead to disciplinary action.