Achieved a grade point average of at least 2.750 from a U.S. institution, or its equivalent from a foreign institution, and no background deficiencies in the desired field of graduate study. Students with background deficiencies may be admitted on a conditional basis. In certain instances, the GPA may be based on the last 60 credit hours of coursework (or nearest semester or term break to this). Many departments require a higher minimum grade point average
Admission decisions are based on the following:
Graduate Management Admission Test/Graduate Record Examination (GMAT/GRE) scores overall score and component (i.e., verbal, quantitative and analytical writing) scores are evaluated. The GMAT/GRE must have been taken within the last six years,1
Personal Goals essay that clearly articulates the applicant's reasons for seeking admission (500 words maximum),
Two reference forms completed by faculty, employer or suitable referee,
Current resume (career-based work experience is desirable but not required), and
International students are required to have a minimum score of 570 (paper-based), or 88 (internet-based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language, or an overall band score of 7.0 on the IELTS.