How to Apply to the Jepson School

Students wishing to major or minor in leadership studies must apply for admission to the Jepson School during the fall semester of their second year.

A faculty committee reviews applications and chooses students based on essays and academic performance as well as faculty recommendations and extracurricular activities.

Prospective majors and minors must have completed or be enrolled in Leadership Studies 101 or Leadership Studies 102 to be considered for admission to the program. Leadership Studies 101 was formerly called “Foundations of Leadership Studies;” it is now called “Leadership and the Humanities.” Leadership Studies 102 is a new course called “Leadership and the Social Sciences.” Both courses are required for the major and minor, but either course may be taken as a first course in leadership studies. After taking Leadership Studies 101 or Leadership Studies 102 and prior to admission, students may also take Leadership Studies 205, “Justice and Civil Society.”

Students seeking admission to the School are encouraged to attend information sessions, which are held in the fall. Application packages are available through the Dean's Office. The application deadline is in early October, before Fall break. The new class is notified of acceptance in late October or early November and the new class is welcomed into the Jepson community at the Prelude ceremony in November.