To be considered for admission, please submit:
- A copy of your official transcript from all institutions attended. Penn State alumni do not need to provide transcripts. Applicants should hold either a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a tertiary (post-secondary) degree that is deemed comparable to a four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution. This degree must be from an officially recognized degree-granting institution in the country in which it operates.
- A grade point average of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale) is recommended.
- Your current resume
- A one-page written statement of intent to highlight your academic background, work experience, skills, strengths, academic interests, and professional goals.
- Contact information for one reference.
- GMAT or GRE results are not required.
We recommend applying no later than July 15 for a fall (end of August) program start, or December 6 for a spring (January) start.
International applicants, please review the International Applicant Guidelines for additional admission requirements, application deadlines, and instructions.
How much does the MBA cost?
View the tuition and fees for the academic year in which you plan to enter the program.
What scholarships are offered?
You may qualify for scholarships available to half-time and full-time students who meet certain criteria.
Can I transfer courses from another school?
You may transfer a maximum of 10 graduate credits earned at another accredited institution if you completed them, with a grade of B or better, within five years prior to the date of enrollment. Up to 15 transfer credits from Penn State nondegree and graduate certificate courses can be applied to a degree program. Your academic adviser and division head may approve transfer credits after you have accepted your admission offer.
