Application Procedure

Please thoroughly read all of these instructions.  If you require assistance or have any questions please call your local SGLA Office.

NM: Office: 505-930-5879 - Myra Murphy-Jacob

TX: Office: 817-996-5189 - Devie Richards

1. The application is divided into five sections.  You can save each section even if you haven't completed it and retrieve your work by using the login on the menu bar or home page. Take time to read through the application. Remember to save each section after you complete it.
    
2. Take a digital picture of yourself.  Save your digital image as a JPEG and name the file with your first and last name.  You will upload your digital picture when you submit your online application.
   


3. Application deadlines and program schedules are listed in "Destinations" on the menu bar.
   
   
   • Attendance and promptness at all coaching sessions, weekend workshops, travel abroad and program events is mandatory. If you are not prepared to fully participate in the program for its entire period please do not apply.
     
     
4. Ask two references (one academic, one professional or one personal) to submit letters of recommendation using our online form.
   
   
   
   
   • Ask your references to visit www.sgla.org and click the APPLY ONLINE link on our home page.  Next, click the "LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION" button at the top of the Application Procedure webpage and then complete the online form.
     
     
5. You will need a bank check card or credit card number or personal check for the $500.00 fully-refundable partial payment due after you are accepted into the program.
   
   
6. When you are ready to enter your application information you will need an SGLA User Account to submit an application.
   
   
   • If you have already created an SGLA User Account click the LOGIN link.
     
   • If you have not created an SGLA User Account click the "Create New User Account" button at the top of the page.