Admission
The MBA program seeks students who have strong potential to advance into leadership roles in their organizations. Applicants must meet the general requirements for admission to a Carey Business School graduate degree program, outlined in the Apply section.
Applicants must have:
- A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- A strong undergraduate academic record (typically a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale)
- Professional work experience (two or more years)
- Demonstrated leadership potential
Applicants must submit:
- A completed application, resume, and official transcripts, with $70 application fee
- Two letters of professional recommendation (see guidance on content following)
- An essay (see description following)
- GMAT scores (may be waived; see conditions following)
- TOEFL scores (if English is not your native language; see the International Services section
on the One Stop Web site for detailed information). The institution code for Carey Business School TOEFL scores is 0834.
The MBA Admissions Committee considers the application and supporting information as they contribute to an integrated view of the individual's prospects for academic and professional leadership success.
Guidance on Submitted Materials
Letters of Professional Recommendation
An applicant should submit letters of recommendation reflecting professional work experiences and addressing character; integrity; work habits; attitude; and performance (i.e., the level at which applicant performs, initiative at work, ability to learn and adapt, teamwork and communication, contributions and impact, career progression, and promotion potential).
GMAT/GRE Scores
An applicant should request that GMAT or GRE results be sent directly from the institutions administering the tests.
GMAT or GRE scores must not be more than five years old at the time an application is submitted. The institutional code for Carey Business School GMAT scores is KGB B098; for GRE scores the code is 0834.
The GMAT/GRErequirement may be waived under two conditions: the applicant holds an acceptable post-baccalaureate degree (e.g., JD, MD, master's, or doctoral degree) or has at least five years of progressive professional experience and a strong academic record, preferably a 3.0 GPA or higher.
For questions regarding the GMAT/GRE waiver policy, please contact an MBA Adviser.
Essay
Applicants are encouraged to express how what they want out of the program coincides with what the curriculum has to offer. Applicants are asked to write a complete essay including information regarding the following:
- What are my learning needs? What are the skills and competencies I want to develop?
- What are my short-term and long-term career goals?
- What outcomes am I expecting as a result of my graduate experience? What do I want this graduate program to enable me to do?
- How will this graduate program assist me in meeting the needs and goals I've identified?
