Admissions Information for the MA in Principal Leadership, and the MA in Principal & Athletic Leadership
Deadlines: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, with accepted students able to start any of four times per year (Fall, Spring, Summer I, and Summer II semesters). Students should apply at least 4 weeks in advance of a given semester.
Admission procedures and requirements
Within this online application system applicants must include the following:
- Resume or curriculum vita: A resume or curriculum vita is required and must be submitted within the online application.
- Education history information and transcripts
- Applicants must submit an official transcript from the institution from which you received your Bachelor degree, as well as a transcript from institution(s) where any graduate level courses or degrees have been taken/completed. Applicants are not required to submit an official transcript of courses taken/completed at Western Michigan University.
- Written statement: In no less than three (3), and no more than four (4) typed, double-spaced pages, create a written narrative that draws upon your personal and professional experiences, and attach it within the online application. Please address the following four areas, and be aware that your submitted paper will be reviewed as a writing sample.
- Summarize your prior professional experiences to date; if you are NOT currently employed within a school district, explain how you will have access to such a setting for various assignments, and to a mentor for your required principal internship.
- Explain why you are applying for this specific program concentration.
- Describe what type of position you hope to hold upon graduation, if admitted to the programs.
- Describe any challenges you anticipate if admitted to the program, and how you plan to address them.
The application process for this M.A. does not require GRE test scores or written recommendations.
Questions? Contact the program co-coordinator, Dr. Wayne Stitt.