Admission Requirements and Deadlines

Applicants seeking a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership (MAOL) come from a variety of academic and professional backgrounds. No required major, employment position or specific expertise is a barrier to entry.

To qualify for admission to the 3+1 program in organizational leadership, applicants must meet all application requirements listed below no later than October 1st to be considered for the next fall cohort.

1. Complete the online 3+1-Dual Degree application for organizational leadership.
   1. Upload a current resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
   2. Complete a 500- to 1,000-word personal statement (similar to a letter of interest). This personal statement should reveal something about you as an applicant, the reason you want to pursue this graduate degree and how it will advance your future goals.
2. Pursuing a bachelor’s degree at The College of Idaho and have completed four semesters (or two years) at the College toward completion of your bachelor’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
   1. If your cumulative GPA falls below a 3.0, in order to be considered for the program, you must include: (i) an explanation of GPA statement; and (ii) an additional letter of recommendation from a College of Idaho faculty member.
3. Submit transcripts from The College of Idaho.
4. Demonstrate the ability to meet The College of Idaho’s technology requirements for the duration of the graduate program.
5. Submit a letter of recommendation from a College of Idaho faculty member. This letter should highlight your academic or professional experiences relevant to admission to this graduate degree program and evaluate your leadership, interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and judgement as well as your ability and capability to complete a hybrid graduate degree.
   1. If your cumulative GPA falls below a 3.0, in order to be considered for the program, you must submit a second letter of recommendation from a College of Idaho faculty member.
6. Confirmation from the Office of Academic Advising that, based on your degree map to complete your bachelor’s degree, you have the ability to complete both your bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in four years.