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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:

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GPADecisions are based primarily on undergraduate junior-senior grade-point average and the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) scores or Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores. 
Supporting Materials
  • GMAT or GRE test scores (the test must have been taken within the past five years)
    • this requirement can often be waived. See below for details.
  • letters of recommendation
  • A copy of official transcripts (email to: [email protected]) 
  • Post-baccalaureate coursework, professional experience, and the statements provided in the application are also taken into account.
  • There is no GMAT/GRE waiver for applicants seeking a graduate assistantship.
  • Candidates interested in being considered for an interview for Graduate Assistantship funding must submit application materials no later than March 1 for the fall semester.

GMAT/GRE Waiver 

  • The GMAT or GRE requirement may be waived for:
    • Graduates from engineering, science or related fields with a cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 3.5/4.0 from accredited schools.
    • Ph.D., J.D., M.D., or Master’s degree holders in business, engineering, science or related fields from accredited U.S. schools.
  • GMAT/GRE waivers are granted for many candidates. To request a waiver, please send your request with a copy of unofficial transcripts and resume to [email protected] 
     
    Note: There is no GMAT/GRE waiver for applicants seeking a graduate assistantship.

Deadline for Domestic Students

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

Deadline for International Students (needing I-20)

SemesterDeadline
FallMay 31
SpringSeptember 30
SummerFebruary 28

Note that this program is moving to a cohort system with fall matriculation only.

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