On-Campus MBA Program
The Isenberg On-Campus MBA option is ideal for individuals who seek a hands-on, real world education through immersion in a rigorous two-year program. The residential program is intentionally small so we can give our students the attention they deserve.
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On-Campus MBA Admissions
At Isenberg, you'll receive a superior education you can trust and afford with the flexibility you need. Students who successfully apply to our MBA are accomplished, engaged, innovative and conscientious. We strive to build a class of accountable leaders who are confident yet grounded, welcome a challenge, and are strong collaborators. Our community includes applicants from all over the world bringing varied academic and professional backgrounds. Prior business education is not required to be admitted into the program. We practice a holistic review of all materials submitted in the admission process and take into consideration academic history, aptitude for graduate-level work, motivation, and meaningful professional experience.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Personal Statement
A personal essay should be one to two pages in length, and include information about your past and current academic and professional history, your future goals and reasons for pursuing the MBA, and other pertinent details that will help us evaluate you as a candidate.
Resumé/CV
We prefer our on-campus MBA applicants have at least 3 years' experience in their field. Prior business education is not required to be admitted into the program.
Official Transcripts
Please submit your transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, undergraduate and graduate, where nine (9) or more credits were earned. Unofficial transcripts uploaded to the Additional Materials page of your application are acceptable for admission committee review. Upon admittance, official transcripts will need to be submitted, either electronically or in paper format, directly by each institution's Registrar to the Graduate Student Service Center. Review After You Apply for instructions on submitting official transcripts.
Two Letters of Recommendation
Recommendations should be requested from individuals who know you on a professional level and well enough to provide specific examples and details regarding your past performance and competencies. If you are a recent college graduate we encourage you to provide one academic and one professional reference.
GMAT/GRE Score (Waivers Available)
While a strong GMAT/GRE score enhances any application, candidates are able to make a case for admission without a GMAT or GRE score by submitting application materials which demonstrate strong professional experience and/or academic accomplishments. Find out if you qualify for a GMAT/GRE waiver.
For Non-Native English Speakers Only: English Language Proficiency Scores
Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate their English proficiency by submitting scores from a standardized English Language Proficiency Test. This is not required of U.S. citizens or non-U.S. citizens who hold U.S. Permanent Resident Status. For admission to the MBA, the minimum scores for admission are as follows: the minimum combined TOEFL score is 100; the minimum IELTS Academic combined score is 7; the minimum Duolingo English Test overall score is 120; and the minimum PTE Academic overall score is 68. Please note, when reviewing an application, the UMass Graduate School does not superscore language tests (e.g. we do not accept the ETS MyBest Score set). Please consult the UMass Graduate School International Applicants page for additional details.
Interview (On-Campus MBA Only)
By invitation, candidates for the on-campus MBA will meet with members of the admissions committee to discuss their professional and academic experiences.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Further information about UMass Graduate School admissions can be found here.
International Students: Find more information here.
CONTACT US
We're happy to answer all of your questions. Call, write or chat with us!
(413) 545-5608 | grad@isenberg.umass.edu | Fax (413) 577-2234
On-Campus MBA Application Deadlines
Early Action: November 1st
Round 1: December 1st
Round 2: February 1st
Round 3: April 1st (US applicants)*
