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Applying to the Full-Time Isenberg MBA Program

What We Look For:

Isenberg MBAs bring diverse backgrounds and professional interests to the program. We look for strong academic abilities and meaningful professional experience. Additionally, we strive to build a class of students who demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to professional growth.

When to Apply:

While the formal application deadline is February 1st, we encourage you to apply as soon as you are ready. We expect to make early decisions on strong candidates. If you apply early and are not admitted prior to February 1st, you will still remain a candidate for admission.

How to Apply:

It is recommended that you first complete the Graduate School Application online and submit all required application materials to the Graduate School before the deadline. Once all of your materials are received, the MBA Admissions Committee will review your application thoroughly and convey their decision to the University’s Graduate School Dean.

Your complete application must include:

  • Completed University Graduate School application including a personal statement.
  • Official GMAT score
  • Two letters of recommendation - We prefer one professional and one academic.
  • Transcripts Two copies of official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, undergraduate and graduate, where six or more credits were taken or required.
  • Resume
  • For international applicants only – Minimum score of 600 (250 computer-based score, 100 internet base score) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
  • These materials should be sent to:

    Graduate Admissions Office
    Goodell Building
    University of Massachusetts
    140 Hicks Way
    Amherst, MA 01003-9333

Want to be considered for an Assistantship?

80% of our incoming MBA students receive an assistantship. To be considered for an assistantship or University fellowship, you are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Read more about our assistantships

Have Questions?

If you have any questions regarding the MBA program including curriculum, application requirements or deadline, assistantships, etc., please feel free to contact our office:

Graduate Programs Office
305 Isenberg School of Management
Office: 413-545-5608
Fax:413-577-2234
Email: mba@som.umass.edu

We look forward to hearing from you!

Current MBA Student Demographics

Women/Men43% / 57%
Diverse Students4%
International Students29%
Average GMAT647
Average TOEFL273
Average Age28
Average Years of Work5
Average UGPA3.32


Visit Us!

We encourage you to visit the Isenberg School at any time. Please let us know in advance so that we can arrange for you to meet current students and visit a First Year class. Email: mba@som.umass.edu or call 413-545-5608.

To view upcoming MBA recruiting events, please click here.