Admission Requirements
As you prepare to apply to the MS Applied Leadership for Teaching and Learning at UW-Green Bay, be aware the program has general Graduate Studies admission requirements as well as MS Applied Leadership for Teaching and Learning specific requirements.
Application Timeline
This program uses rolling admission. Applications are reviewed as they are received, and decisions are made up to the start of the term.
General Admission Requirements
Before you begin your application, ensure you meet the general requirements for graduate study at UW-Green Bay. All applicant materials must be submitted through one of our admission systems (CAS portals). While individual programs may have additional criteria, all applicants must provide the following:
- Complete Application
- Bachelor’s Degree: You must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution (or US equivalent) before your first term of enrollment.
- Resume
- Official Transcripts
- Non-refundable Application Fee: A non-refundable graduate application fee will be paid within the online application portal.
No GRE or Standardized Tests
Your potential can't be fully captured by a single standardized test. We are committed to making the admissions process accessible while evaluating your application through a comprehensive review of your academic background, accomplishments and readiness for graduate-level work.
MS Applied Leadership for Teaching & Learning Specific Requirements
In addition to the general Office of Graduate Studies requirements, you must also submit the following program requirements directly into the admission portal (GradCAS):
- GPA Requirement: A cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75 on a 4.00 scale.
- Writing Sample: A letter of application describing principal areas of academic interest, capabilities, experience and reasons for pursuing the Applied Leadership for Teaching and Learning MS degree.
International Students
Students from around the world are welcome to apply to the MS Applied Leadership for Teaching and Learning program. If you are not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, additional requirements apply. This program is eligible for visa sponsorship. Review the international graduate admissions requirements.
Ready to apply?
If you are ready to take the next step in gaining more expertise, have an opportunity advance in your career and make a greater impact in your field, submit your application today.
Need more admission details?
You will find more details, including information on graduate certificates or requirements for international students, in our Graduate Studies Admission Guide. There are also detailed instructions within CAS, our admission system, that make it easy for you.

Have Questions?
Get guidance from program leadership. Professor Timothy Kaufman, program chair, can help you understand the degree program and take the next step.