Bowie State University Closed on Jan. 26 Due to Inclement Weather

Due to inclement weather, Bowie State University will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. All classes, office operations and on-campus activities are canceled. Residence halls will remain open. Essential personnel should report as scheduled. Additional updates will be shared as needed. For more information, please visit BowieState.edu/weather.

Department of Educational Studies & Leadership

Admissions Requirements

To be admitted to the doctoral program, you must provide evidence of the following:

  • A master’s degree, from an accredited institution, in school administration or a closely related field
  • At least three years of recent successful administrative experience in pre-collegiate school settings
  • A satisfactory score on the Millers Analogies Test (MAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) that is no more than five years old
  • At least three professional references from persons who can attest to your academic and work experience
  • An overall GPA of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) for all previous graduate studies
  • Proof Administrative I/II Certification

You must also submit:

  • A graduate application accompanied by a $50.00 application fee, which is neither deductible nor refundable
  • One (1) copy of official transcripts of all post – secondary academic studies
  • A 400-word essay addressing in detail the applicant’s interest in the doctoral program, prior administrative experiences and aspirations as an educational administrator
  • A current vita for review by the admissions and program director
BSU offers open enrollment for this program at any point in academic year.