Application Information

Coaching Application Instructions

The University of Texas at Dallas is transitioning to a new application system beginning with Summer 2026 applications. Please select the appropriate dropdown for your intended term and follow the corresponding steps and link.

If you encounter any issues, please contact the Program Director, Steven Hughes at StevenD.Hughes@utdallas.edu or (972) 883-5886
Spring 2026 Application Information

Step 1: Access the application and sign up to create an account.

Step 2: Select “Executive/Professional” under “What level are you applying for.”

Step 3: Select “Naveen Jindal School of Management” under “What school are you applying to.”

Step 4: Select “Executive Coaching” under “What program are you applying for.”

Step 5: Select the appropriate certificate option within the application.

Summer and Fall 2026 Application Information

The University of Texas at Dallas is transitioning to a new application system.
If you encounter any issues, please contact the Program Director, Steven Hughes at StevenD.Hughes@utdallas.edu or (972) 883-5886

Step 1: Access the application and sign up to create an account.

Step 2: Select “Apply for a Graduate Program.”

Step 3: Under “First Choice Program,” select: Executive and Professional Coaching – Graduate Certificate – Executive Education

Step 4: Under “Term,” choose your desired term.

Step 5: Complete the remaining sections with your personal information.

Important: If you accidentally select the wrong program under “First Choice Program,” refresh the page before making your selection again. 

The Academic Coaching Certificate can be applied toward one-third of the MS in Leadership and Organizational Development (MS LOD). If you’re interested in applying your credits to the MS LOD, learn more here.