These application directions must be used for application to the following program:
Educational Leadership and Policy Studies Master of Arts/Certificate:
Executive Leadership for Successful Schools—Aurora Public Schools
The Executive Leadership for Successful Schools Program provides educators the opportunity to earn a
license to become a principal in the State of Colorado. This cohort-based program is taught by DU faculty
and clinical professionals from local school districts in a blended learning format: interactive online
study, weekend workshops, and varied field experiences.
For more information about this program, please contact
rebecca.mcclure24@du.edu
The following materials can be found in this supplemental application packet:
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An application checklist
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Detailed directions on how to apply
Application Deadlines for Summer 2016:
1st application window deadline – December 1
2nd application window deadline – January 15
3rd application window deadline – April 15
*Applications will continue to be reviewed on a space-available basis after these deadlines*
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
All items listed below must be completed and included as part of your application.
The Admissions Committee will not review incomplete applications.
All items listed in BOLD are to be uploaded to the online application by the applicant unless
otherwise noted. Please refer to the detailed directions in this packet for submitting this
information.
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Online Application for Graduate Admission
One (1) Official Transcript from each college/university where at least 1 credit has been
earned, mailed directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions.
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2 References (uploaded by recommenders)
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Essay
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Current Vita/Resume
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$65 Application Fee
 The application fee may be paid with a credit card only at time of submission. You
cannot pay the fee online once you have submitted your application. The application
fee may also be paid on a bank draft or personal check drawn on a U.S. bank.*
*You must have graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university prior to beginning the
program.
*McNair Scholars may request the application fee to be waived by submitting proof of status as a McNair
Scholar to:
Office of Graduate Admissions
Mary Reed Building, Room 5
2199 S. University Blvd.
Denver, CO 80208-4802
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ONLINE APPLICATION
The University of Denver (DU) Graduate Studies Application is submitted electronically.
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The online application is available at: https://gradadmissions.du.edu/apply/
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NOTE: The program-specific instructions listed in this packet supersede the general instructions
available on the DU admissions web page.
Please use the following information for the online DU application:
PROGRAM INFORMATION
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Year:
2016
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Term:
Summer Quarter
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College:
Morgridge College of Education
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Major:
Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
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Degree:
Master of Arts (if you intend to complete both the Certificate and Master’s Degree)
or Certificate (if you are only interested in the Certificate for principal licensure)
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Concentration:
Principal Licensure
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Location:
Aurora
*If you have previously attended DU, please make sure to note this when filling out your online application
so that the Office of Graduate Admissions knows to request your transcripts from the Registrar.
PERSONAL BACKGROUND
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Please complete all required areas.
International Students:
All international applicants must concurrently apply through the DU Office of International Student
Admissions. Please note this may incur additional fees. Applicants should call 303.871.3119 or email
intladm@du.edu for more information and further assistance in this process.
International applicants, or applicants who do not hold a degree from an institution where English was
the primary language of instruction, must take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) exam in
addition to the GRE or MAT. For more information on taking the TOEFL, visit www.ets.org/toefl.
MORGRIDGE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
 Please answer the supplemental question.
FINANCIAL AID
 If you have not completed your FAFSA, we encourage you to do so by the February 15th priority deadline.
ACADEMIC RECORD
 Complete all academic certificates and degrees received.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
 This area is NOT required to be completed as this information will be included in your Resume/CV.
TEST SCORES
 The GRE is not required.
ACTIVITIES
 This area is NOT required to be completed.
REFERENCES
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Each applicant will be asked to provide the names and email addresses of two (2) recommenders
upon submitting their online application*.
One (1) letter should be written by a direct Supervisor, Principal, or Superintendent. Both letters
should speak to the applicant’s leadership skills in a P-20 setting.
*Please note: An email requesting a letter of recommendation will not be sent to the recommenders until
the applicant clicks ‘submit’ on their online application. Your recommenders will be required to submit
their recommendations online.
REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS
 Please answer the questions provided.
SIGNATURE
Please electronically sign your name.
International Students:
All international applicants must concurrently apply through the DU Office of International Student
Admissions. Please note this may incur additional fees. Applicants should call 303.871.3119 or email
intladm@du.edu for more information and further assistance in this process.
International applicants, or applicants who do not hold a degree from an institution where English was
the primary language of instruction, must take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) exam in
addition to the GRE or MAT. For more information on taking the TOEFL, visit www.ets.org/toefl.
TRANSCRIPTS
Each applicant must send one (1) copy of official transcripts (signed and sealed) from all
colleges/universities attended to the following address:
University of Denver
Office of Graduate Admissions
Mary Reed Building, Room 5
2199 S. University Blvd
Denver, CO 80208-4802
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ESSAY
Each applicant must submit a statement of professional goals. Please upload this document online
under “Supplemental Documents”.
In a maximum of two pages, please respond to this question: Why do you desire to be an educational
leader and change agent in schools and how will your leadership make a difference?
The personal essay will be evaluated process using the following criteria:
 Ability to clearly articulate your values and beliefs about leadership
 Ability to clearly articulate the skills that will allow you to lead and positively impact
student achievement.
CURRENT RESUME/ VITA
Each applicant must upload a current resume/vita. This document should be uploaded with the
online application under “Supplemental Documents”.
Please detail the following information in your resume/vita: educational, professional, and volunteer
experiences.
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