ADMISSION
What are the admissions requirements for the SIUC MBA program?
To be considered for admissions, you need to submit a complete application form including:
- Application for Admission to Graduate Study/Graduate School
- College of Business Admissions and Financial Aid Application Form
- Three recommendation letters in sealed and signed envelopes
- Official transcripts in signed and sealed envelopes for ALL academic work, undergraduate and graduate, even if a degree was not earned. Transcripts for work done at SIUC are NOT necessary.
- An official GMAT score sent directly form ETS
- A $40 application fee
In addition, international applicants must provide:
- An official TOEFL score from ETS
- A completed “Financial Statement for Graduate International Students”
- Photocopy of your passport, with name and date of birth
When should I apply?
The recommended deadlines are:
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Fall |
Spring |
Summer |
| U.S. Applicants |
June 15 |
November 15 |
April 15 |
| International Applicants |
April 15 |
September 15 |
February 15 |
Application deadlines are recommended; that is, applications will be accepted at any time. However, applications received after the deadlines may not be considered for admission in the semester requested.
How are candidates for admission assessed?
Each applicant is assessed individually. All aspects of application are considered with special attention given to GMAT scores, academic performance, and work experience. Admissions decisions are made by the MBA Coordinator pursuant to guidelines provided by the Masters Program Committee and in consultation with the Director of Graduate Programs/Associate Dean.
What are the minimum requirements for admissions consideration?
The Graduate School requires a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.7 on a 4 scale over the last 60 credit hours (two years) of study. The average UGPA of those admitted to the MBA program is around 3.3 on a 4 scale.
The Graduate School requires a minimum TOEFL score of 213 (computer) or 550 (paper) for international students. Applicants who complete the Graduate School English (GSE) program at the Center for English as a Second Language (CESL) are exempt. For more information, see http://www.siu.edu/~cesl/
Is there a minimum GMAT score for admission?
No. However, applicants with scores in the 50th percentile or higher are preferred.
Can I take the GMAT more than once?
If you take the GMAT more than once, we will accept the highest score.
Is post-undergraduate work experience required?
No, but work experience is considered a positive factor in the admissions decision. On average, students enrolled in the MBA program have approximately 3 years of full time work experience.
Are transfer credits allowed
We will accept a maximum of 6 hours of transfer credit from an AACSB accredited school. Courses that meet our foundation requirements are not transferred, they are merely accepted as fulfilling the requirement.
CURRICULUM
How long will the MBA program take?
It depends on how many foundation courses you are lacking. If you have an undergraduate degree in business, you may be able to complete the program in one year; if you have never had a business course, it may take two years (or more). The core curriculum of the program consists of 33 credit hours. Foundation courses may add up to another 34 hours (although that is extremely rare).
What areas of emphasis are available?
Students are required to take 12 hours of elective credits to fulfill part of the 33 credit hour minimum for a degree. Electives are available in finance, marketing, international business, management information systems, organizational behavior, and more. Students may also opt to take elective credits outside the College.
Will I have an opportunity to study abroad?
Yes. Due to a longstanding agreement with ESC-Grenoble, students in the MBA program at SIUC have the opportunity to also receive a Masters of International Business (MIB) degree in Grenoble, France. For more information, go to http://www.grenoble-em.com/default.aspx?rub=355&lg=en
FINANCES
How much does the program cost?
Current tuition and fees can be found here: http://registrar.siu.edu/records/costs.htm
Remember that the minimum number of credit hours necessary to receive an MBA degree is 33.
Full time students usually take 12 credit hours per semester in the Fall and Spring, 9 hours in the Summer.
How do I apply for a Graduate Assistantship in the College of Business?
Simply check the appropriate box on the College’s application – that’s all!
There are assistantships available at other locations on campus. You can check for openings here: http://www.siu.edu/gradschl/gaposting.htm
HOUSING
What about housing?
You can get information about SIUC housing here: http://www.housing.siu.edu/
If you are an International Student and need help in finding housing, go to the web site of our International Students and Scholars organization. You can find them here: http://www.siu.edu/~world/
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