Learn more about the application process.

How to Apply
Download the application for the Advanced Certificate in Rowing Leadership here. CRI is committed to supporting all coaches, and we strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, people with a disability, older candidates to apply to the IRL. Applications can be submitted via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Application Submission and Acceptance Information
We accept applications on a rolling basis until we fill the program.
Applicants will be notified within four weeks of completed application. International applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Final Submission Deadline – May 1, 2023 with decisions by May 20, 2023

Tuition
Consistent with our mission, we are dedicated to making sure that tuition is not a barrier for any candidate. Tuition for the 2022-2023 academic year is $10,000. For committed IRL fellows, a paid coaching position at CRI will partially or fully offset your tuition while you earn full pay, and may even provide you with employee benefits during your year at the IRL. Any information in this respect will be kept confidential. Please contact Kane Larin at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Once all components of the application have been received, we will consider the application. Please send all electronic application materials or application questions to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Mail or email official Academic Transcripts and Application Fee to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or

Institute for Rowing Leadership
Community Rowing, Inc.
20 Nonantum Road Brighton, MA 02135

Application Completion Checklist
See application form for details:

• Application Form
• 4-year College Degree
• Official Undergraduate Academic Transcript(s)
• Resume
• Personal Statement
• Letters of Recommendation (3)
• Interview Application Fee