Program Overview
The Leadership at Washington University in St. Louis is a MSc programme in Humanities over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Leadership programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 59,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Saint Louis, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Leadership programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'The curriculum is presented as a series of courses that can be taken in any order and spread over the course of several years. Participants may begin the program at any time.\', \'One- to five-day courses \\x96 the majority taught by senior Olin professors \\x96 are typically held during the day, leaving evenings and weekends free for other commitments.\', \'Most courses are offered at Brookings, conveniently located near Dupont Circle in Washington, D.C. and the Dupont Circle Metro station.\', "A two-week residential capstone course \\x96 at Olin Business School\'sCharles F. Knight Executive Education & Conference Center in St. Louis \\x96 precedes graduation and awarding of the degree."]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Prime candidates include:
- Federal managers and executives GS-13 to GS-15
- SES members
- SES candidates
- State, local, and county government managers
Alumni may be granted credit for up to three courses once corresponding assessments have been completed. Applicable courses are determined on a case-by-case basis.
Applicants are required to provide:
- An MS-Leadership application form
- Transcripts
- A resume
- A personal statement about why you are interested in pursuing the MS-Leadership degree
- $100 application fee
Following receipt of the application materials, a phone or video interview will be scheduled with a member of our faculty.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 59,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 59,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Washington University in St. Louis directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, United States
Washington University in St. Louis is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-03-18
- Start Date 2018-05-19
- Language English
- Duration 36 months