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MBA Part-Time Admission Requirements

Deadlines

You can start the Part-Time MBA program in either the fall or spring semester. Applications are considered on a rolling basis, but we highly encourage candidates to apply by the priority deadline.

We continue to accept applications well after the priority deadline and welcome any questions about the admissions process and timeline. Please contact the admissions team at 612-625-5555 if you would like to schedule an appointment to discuss your application.

Fall priority deadline, submit a complete application by May 1 to receive a response by June 1.
Spring priority deadline, submit a complete application by November 1 to receive a response by December 1.

We are still accepting applications for prospects wanting to begin the program this fall.

Admissions Checklist

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Application

You must complete the application online.

Transcripts

Provide the name of each institution you attended with complete information. Official transcripts should be sent to the Part-Time MBA program.

GMAT or GRE Score

A GMAT or GRE General Test that is not more than five years old is required for admission to the Part-Time MBA Program. For GMAT, arrange for the testing service to send an official score report to the Part-Time MBA Program, code D2N-VJ-83. Results normally arrive 2-3 weeks after the test. For GRE, arrange for the testing service to send an official score report to us using institution code 8387. Results may take up to 8 weeks to arrive.

Professional References

Use the online application to provide the names of three professional references; one must be your current supervisor.

Personal Statement

We require a personal statement of career goals and your objectives in pursuing an MBA degree; details can be found in the online application.

The personal statement questions are the following:

Briefly describe your short-term and long-term career goals. Why are you choosing to pursue an MBA at this time in your career, and what are you hoping to accomplish by doing so?
Why are you interested in pursuing an MBA at the Carlson School of Management?
What do you feel makes you a strong candidate for the program? How will you contribute to the MBA Program overall?

English Language Testing Score (if applicable)

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International Language Testing System (IELTS), and the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) are all accepted.

Application Fee

The application fee is $60 (non-refundable) for U.S. citizens; $90 for international applications and U.S. residents with foreign credentials. Your application fee will be waived if you have been on active duty in the U.S. military within three years of submitting your MBA application.