Jepson School of Leadership Studies

The Jepson School of Leadership Studies offers a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in leadership studies, as well as a minor in leadership studies. To earn this degree a candidate must satisfactorily complete the curricular requirements outlined in the following section and meet the general degree requirements of the University.

The Jepson School of Leadership Studies seeks to develop in each student a base of knowledge for understanding leadership in a variety of settings. Curriculum goals are achieved through courses that emphasize both leadership theory and practice, thus helping students connect knowledge gained through coursework to the world outside classroom.

Admission Procedures

Students interested in the major or minor must apply and be selected by the Jepson School of Leadership Studies. Students should submit a formal application in the fall of their second academic year of study.

To be considered for admission to the Jepson School of Leadership Studies, a student must:

Complete the Jepson School admission application by October 1 of the student's second year
Arrange for a recommendation and transcript to be sent directly to the Associate Dean for Student and External Affairs
Have completed or be enrolled in Leadership Studies 101 Foundations of Leadership Studies

For further information, please contact:

The Dean's Office, Jepson School of Leadership Studies
University of Richmond, VA 23173
Telephone: (804) 289-8008