The Master of Science in Leadership Studies at Delaware State University is an interdisciplinary, graduate-level program designed to develop ethical, adaptive, and evidence-informed leaders for today’s complex, global environments. This fully online program equips students with critical thinking, data literacy, and emotional intelligence competencies needed to lead diverse teams, drive change, and cultivate resilient organizations. Through a rigorous curriculum that integrates foundational leadership theories, strategic communication, organizational design, and decision sciences, students learn to assess challenges, communicate across cultures, lead with empathy, and implement innovative solutions. The program is designed to attract individuals in entry-level, mid-level, or senior professional positions who seek leadership development. Learners engage with content that strengthens individual growth and cross-disciplinary leadership competencies for global organizations. The program explores leadership-related topics and demonstrates how to apply them to real-world situations.
Minimum Admission Requirements
- GPA
- 3.0 or higher (masters transcript)
- Standardized testing requirement
- Not Applicable
- English Proficiency Testing
- English proficiency testing is required for 1. people whose undergraduate education was not in the US and 2. people from non-English speaking countries, and 3. non-English speakers generally. However, if a student did their undergraduate education in the U.S., then they do not need to submit a TOEFL.
- Level of education attainment required
- Bachelor's degree
Program-Specific Admission Requirements
- Specify any program-specific admissions requirements
- Personal statement explaining specifically why the applicant wants to be admitted to the program and indicating how their career goals align with the program (minimum 1000 words)
Additional Admission Requirements
- Personal Statement
- Yes
- # of Letters of Recommendations
- 2
- Transcripts
- Yes (all higher education institutions attended)
- Interview
- Not Applicable
- Portfolio / Work Samples
- Not Applicable
Other Requirements
- Resume