When you join the Master of Leadership and Organizational Change program, you’ll study alongside students from a variety of professional paths who share a commitment to leading positive and meaningful change in organizations, communities and systems.
Grow within a cohort of like-minded change leaders, and leverage this development into real career momentum—87% of MLOC graduates see career advancement within two years of completing the degree.
Who You’ll Learn With
- Career development leaders: Coaches, organizational development specialists, trainers, HR professionals or community development practitioners seeking to deepen expertise and add credibility.
- Career changers from helping professions: Educators, social workers, therapists, clergy and nonprofit leaders expanding their organizational influence.
- Managers and executives: Business leaders, managers, physicians, professors and other professionals strengthening their ability to lead complex change.
- Professionals seeking to lead beyond their expertise: Those with backgrounds in technical, scientific or analytical fields who are ready to develop the human and organizational leadership skills that complement their existing expertise.
Required Admission Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- 8+ years of related work experience
- Full-time employment
Required Admission Materials
- Completed online application
- Resume
- Official transcripts
- Video essays
- Two recommendations
- $100 non-refundable application fee
- Applicant interview
Excellence You Can Afford
- Merit-based scholarships: Available to students based on academic and professional accomplishments.
- Employer and sponsor partnerships: Tuition-reimbursement programs and corporate partner discounts at select organizations.
- Federal financial aid: Eligibility for loans through FAFSA and other options.
Learn more about the current Master of Leadership and Organizational Change total program tuition.
Weatherhead Master of Leadership and Organizational Change Upcoming Program Dates
The residency dates for the 2025-2026 academic year are listed below.
Fall 2025
| Type | Residency Date |
|---|---|
| On-Campus | Sept. 17-20 |
| Virtual | Oct. 25 |
| Virtual | Nov. 15-16 |
Spring 2026
| Type | Residency Date |
|---|---|
| On-Campus | Jan. 28-31 |
| Virtual | March 14-15 |
| Virtual | April 18 |
Application Deadlines
The MLOC program has rolling admissions and will accept applications until the next cohort is full. After such time, accepted applicants will be waitlisted and offered a seat based on availability.
Fall 2026
| Round | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Round 3 | April 21, 2026 |
| Round 4 | June 2, 2026 |
| Round 5 | July 4, 2026 |