Overview

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At Women's Leadership from Mississippi University for Women the practicum affords unique opportunities far beyond the walls of the classroom in women's centers, businesses, non-profits, community arts councils and museums, legal offices, domestic violence shelters and more. A commitment to improving the social, economic, and public policies supporting women is a more important admission criterion than a background in a particular academic discipline.

Students at Women's Leadership from Mississippi University for Women will:

gain a broad foundation in leadership theory,

study the historical background, public perceptions and policies affecting the lives of women and girls,

learn skills in developing personal and institutional leadership,

complete an action project connected to their selected area of emphasis.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Leadership Inquiries, Research and Methodology
Practicum/Field Experience in Women’s Leadership
Capstone Project Report/Thesis
Leadership Principles and Change

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Columbia, United States

Disciplines

Gender & Sexuality Studies Leadership View 91 other Masters in Gender & Sexuality Studies in United States

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Other requirements

General requirements

Women's Leadership Essay

A completed Graduate Application form.

A $25 application fee, payable to through the graduate application at time of submission.

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year institution

A minimum 3.0 quality point average in the proposed area of study

English Exam Scores: TOEFL 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), or 79 (internet-based); IELTS 6.0; or PTE 53

Three recommendations of the student's qualifications for graduate work

Official certified transcripts, diplomas, and certificates translated in English

Letter of financial backing with supporting documentation

Agreement to purchase or show health insurance coverage.

Proof of immunization and test screening.

Tuition Fees

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8748 USD / year

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8748 USD / year

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8748 USD / year

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Living costs

Columbia

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

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