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Program Requirements for Admission

Note: In addition to the general prerequisites for admission to the Fox Graduate School, the following is required by this degree program:

The admission decision is based on the applicant's entire admission portfolio, consisting of:

  • undergraduate degree
  • post-baccalaureate course work
  • either the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores
  • professional experience
  • letters of recommendation
  • statements provided in the application
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GPADecisions are based primarily on undergraduate junior/senior grade-point average 
Supporting Materials
  • Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
  • GMAT or GRE test scores
    • Must have been taken within the past five years
    • This requirement can often be waived. See below for details.
  • Résumé
  • Two letters of recommendation
    The letter should cover the following: (a) a candidate’s qualities that contribute to success of his/her graduate study and career advancement, (b) weaknesses, (c) time management skills, and (d) ability to handle pressure. References submitted via the online application will receive an e-mail providing uploading instructions.

GMAT/GRE Waiver 

The GMAT or GRE requirement may be waived for the following applicants:

  • Graduates from business, engineering, science, or related fields with a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.5 from accredited U.S. schools.
  • Members of Beta Gamma Sigma, the international business honors society.
  • Ph.D., J.D., M.D., or master's degree holders from accredited U.S. schools in business, engineering, science, or related fields.
     
  • NOTE: There is no GMAT/GRE waiver for applicants seeking a graduate assistantship.

GMAT/GRE waivers are granted for many candidates. To request a GMAT/GRE waiver, please send your request with a copy of unofficial transcripts and resume to [email protected].


Application Deadlines

Candidates may enter the program at the beginning of the fall or spring semester, or the summer session. To allow time for applications to be processed, all information, including the GMAT or GRE score, must be received by the admissions office no later than the following deadlines shown below.

Domestic Students

SemesterDeadline
FallJuly 18  (March 1 for candidates seeking a graduate assistantship)
SpringNovember 18
SummerApril 18

International Students (needing I-20)

SemesterDeadline
FallMay 31
SpringSeptember 30
SummerFebruary 28

Graduate Assistant Candidates

To be considered for a graduate assistantship, applicants must submit a complete application by March 1. Students on graduate assistantships must adhere to the course load limits set by The Fox Graduate School. 

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