PH.D. Global Leadership Student Handbook

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Cohort Model Each August a new cohort of students will begin in the program. Cohorts offer a stimulating and intellectually challenging environment, while promoting a sense of community. A cohort encourages learning and growth from your peers as well as your professors and offers a structured order of courses and a group of peer support during the research stages. Method of Program Delivery The method of delivery in the Ph.D. in Global Leadership program is immersive and virtual. All classes are offered online with some requiring synchronous virtual meeting times. In addition, each doctoral student is required to complete three residency requirements prior to graduation. Please see the Residency Requirement section for more information.

Admission Requirements Admission requirements for the Ph.D. in Global Leadership program are as follows:

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Master’s Degree GPA 3.0 or higher

• Official transcripts from all educational institutions attended • Three recommendations letters • Resume/CV • Essay • Application • Application fee of $100

If a student’s application materials misrepresent any information, for any reason, admission or enrollment may be revoked.

Additional requirements for international students (Note: 550 on the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL). If taking the Internet-based TOEFL test, applicants will need a minimum score of 80. The SMWC TOEFL code is RA1704. As an alternative to the TOEFL, they may submit a score of at least 6.5 on the IELTS exam. Applicants who attended schools outside the United States are required to submit certified transcripts in English. If a master's degree is not yet completed at the time of application, the student must submit a current transcript. Upon degree completion, the student is required to provide official transcripts in a sealed envelope directly from the institution that awarded their degree prior to enrollment). Please see the application process image below:

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College | Ph.D. in Global Leadership Student Handbook Updated 05/24/21