Leadership in Higher Education - Admission | Baldwin Wallace University

Office of Admission

Kate Glaser, assistant director of admission, (440) 826-8016, kglaser@bw.edu

Application Process

Completed applications for the leadership in higher education (LHE) program will be reviewed by the admission committee and LHE program director. During the review process, students must provide evidence of their preparation and fit for future success at Baldwin Wallace consistent with academic standards and code of conduct statements for the University, program and profession. All pieces of the application must be submitted before an evaluation can be done.

Enrollment into the program is contingent upon being selected for a fellowship position through a competitive interview process.

Application: The admission committee will review your application file once all materials have been received. Admission to the program is dependent on approval by the admission committee, the LHE program director, and successfully securing a fellowship position.
Apply
Apply Online (no application fee)
Official College/University Transcripts
Please submit official transcripts for ALL colleges and universities attended. To be considered official, transcripts must be mailed - electronic or hard copy - directly from the college/university attended to the Baldwin Wallace University Office of Admission.
Electronic transcripts should be sent to admit@bw.edu.
Paper copies should be sent to:
Admission Office
Baldwin Wallace University
275 Eastland Road
Berea, OH 44017
Personal Statement
This one page, single spaced statement should explain how your personal goals and professional objectives will be met by pursuing graduate study in leadership in higher education at Baldwin Wallace.
Resume
Please submit a current resume, showcasing your community/school leadership, involvement, and additional experiences relevant to your future goals of working within the college environment.
Recommendations
Using the online recommendation form, please provide two recommendations from people qualified to evaluate your background and potential for success in a program of graduate study. Recommendations may come from former faculty members, college/university administrators, job/professional supervisors, or community leaders with whom you have worked.
GRE
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is NOT REQUIRED for admission into the LHE program.
Initial Internship Proposal
The initial internship proposal is ONLY required of part-time applicants. Please refer to this form for instructions and criteria. Questions should be directed to Kate Glaser at (440) 826-8016 or kglaser@bw.edu.
Submit Materials
All application materials should be submitted to:
Admission Office
Baldwin Wallace University
275 Eastland Road
Berea, OH 44017
maed@bw.edu
Fax: (440) 826-3830
International Students: English Proficiency Requirement
Candidates must be U.S. citizens or demonstrate proficiency in spoken and written English. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam is required for all candidates for whom English is a second language. Minimum TOEFL score of 550 on the paper-based exam, or 100 on the internet-based exam, must be achieved on a test taken within the last two years. The score levels above are recommended but not required. Students whose English language skills need development may be conditionally admitted and placed in BW's ESL program provided by the LADO international institute.
Colleges and Universities Outside the United States
Candidates who have attended foreign institutions must provide CASPA with documents translated into English as well as an evaluation of completed courses from World Education Services (WES).
International Student Certification of Financial Support
International students must also submit a statement of financial support from the applicant's bank showing acceptable funds on account to support tuition and living expenses while studying at BW.
Fellowship Approval: Full-Time Candidates
Once an application for the LHE program is complete and reviewed by the admission committee, successful candidates will be interviewed by the LHE program director and graduate student team. A fellowship approved by the LHE program director is required for admission to the LHE program.
Part-Time Candidates
Submit the initial internship proposal form along with a current job description. The initial internship proposal indicates that the applicant and the applicant's supervisor cooperatively created the proposal as well as understand the criteria and considerations for the internship. An initial internship proposal approved by the LHE program director is required for admission to the program.
Enrollment Confirmation Fee: Students who are admitted to the MAEd leadership in higher education program must confirm intent to enroll in the program by accepting their first-year fellowship and paying a $200 new-student fee within two weeks of admission. The new-student fee is nonrefundable, but for students who enroll in the LHE program, it will be applied to the first semester of tuition.