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Your application is the first act of leadership.

BGU admissions are personal. We read every application in context, looking for leaders ready to grow — wherever in the world you serve.

How to apply

Four steps to a BGU education.

Start your application

Create your account and tell us about your context, calling, and the program that interests you.

Share your background

Submit your academic history, leadership experience, and references. A master's degree is required for doctoral programs.

Talk with a guide

Have a personal conversation with an admissions guide who will help confirm the right program and language for you.

Join your cohort

On acceptance, enroll, meet your mentor, and prepare for your first global immersion.

What you'll need

Academic record

Transcripts from your prior degrees. Doctoral applicants need a completed master's (or equivalent).

Leadership story

Evidence of your leadership in ministry, business, nonprofit, or the public square.

References

Recommendations from those who know your character and capacity to lead.

English or your language

Programs are offered in English, Spanish, Korean, and Mandarin — apply in the language you'll study.

Tuition & aid

BGU is committed to keeping a world-class, accredited education within reach of leaders everywhere — including the 70% of our community who serve outside the USA. Scholarships and flexible payment plans are available. Your admissions guide will walk you through tuition and aid for your specific program.

Frequently asked

Do I have to relocate to study at BGU?

No. BGU's hybrid model lets you study online from wherever you already live and serve. You'll travel only for short, cohort-based global immersions.

What are the immersions, and are they required?

Immersions are short residencies in global cities — Addis Ababa, Amsterdam, Accra, Seoul, the Triangle Cities, and more — where you study transformation on the ground. They are a signature, required part of most programs.

Can I study in a language other than English?

Yes. BGU offers a Spanish-language MATL, a Korean-language DTL, and a Mandarin EMBA, alongside our English programs.

Is BGU accredited?

Yes — BGU is an accredited graduate university. Your admissions guide can provide full accreditation and disclosure details for your program.

When does the next cohort begin?

The next global cohort begins Fall 2026. Applications are open now, and early applicants receive priority for scholarships and immersion placement.

Questions before you apply?

Talk with an admissions guide.

We'll help you find the right program, language, and start date for your calling.