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  1. 3. University of Michigan–Ann Arbor (Ross)

    Ann Arbor, MI
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    University of Michigan (Ross)’s weekend MBA program strongly encourages candidates to submit an EA, GMAT or GRE score. Test waivers are available to those who qualify and applicants may also elect to take a Quantitative Readiness Course in place of submitting test scores. The average age of a student in this program is 29 years old and the average work experience is 6.4 years. The estimated tuition for a non-Michigan resident is $150,000 for the 57-credit program.
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    University of Michigan (Ross)’s weekend MBA program strongly encourages candidates to submit an EA, GMAT or GRE score...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 671
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 6.4
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Flexible

  2. 4. University of California–Berkeley (Haas)

    Berkeley, CA
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    The University of California–Berkeley (Haas) requires part-time MBA applicants to submit a score from the GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment. Incoming Haas part-time MBA students, on average, have a 3.39 undergraduate GPA, 705 GMAT score, and eight years of work experience. In 2021, Haas enrolled 314 new part-time MBA students. Candidates must submit two recommendation letters and international applicants need a TOEFL score of at least 90 to be considered for admission. Applications are due March 14. During the 2021-2022 school year, Haas enrolled 917 part-time MBA students.
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    The University of California–Berkeley (Haas) requires part-time MBA applicants to submit a score from the GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 705
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 8
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  3. 6. Carnegie Mellon University (Tepper)

    Pittsburgh, PA
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    Carnegie Mellon (Tepper)’s part-time flex MBA program offers GMAT, GRE, and EA test waivers on a case-by-case basis to applicants. The cost of the program is $18,200 per semester and one recommendation letter is required. International students may need to TOEFL or IELTS score to be eligible for the program. 
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    Carnegie Mellon (Tepper)’s part-time flex MBA program offers GMAT, GRE, and EA test waivers on a case-by-case basis to applicants...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 691
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 7
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Flexible

  4. 7. University of Texas–Austin (McCombs)

    Austin, TX
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    The University of Texas–Austin (McCombs) requires part-time MBA applicants to submit GMAT or GRE scores, but also offers test waivers under certain circumstances. Incoming part-time McCombs students have a 650 GMAT score, a 3.36 undergraduate GPA, and more than seven years of work experience, on average. During the 2021-2022 academic year, the school enrolled 408 part-time MBA students and had a 59.57% acceptance rate in 2021. International applicants are required to submit TOEFL scores, but there are several exceptions. Part-time MBA candidates must apply by May 30.
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    The University of Texas–Austin (McCombs) requires part-time MBA applicants to submit GMAT or GRE scores, but also offers test waivers under certain circumstances...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 650
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 7.3
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  5. 8. University of Southern California (Marshall)

    Los Angeles, CA
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    USC Marshall requires applicants to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score unless they apply and qualify for a test waiver. Incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.3 and a 650 GMAT score. Tuition for the program is $2,197 a unit for the 63-unit program.
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    USC Marshall requires applicants to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score unless they apply and qualify for a test waiver...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 650
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 6.25
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Flexible

  7. 9. Ohio State University (Fisher)

    Columbus, OH
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    The Ohio State University’s Working Professional MBA program does not require applicants to submit a GMAT, GRE, or EA score if they have a 3.2 undergraduate GPA or higher or a 3.0 GPA or higher with six or more years of work experience. To waive the test requirement, applicants must also be able to demonstrate quantitative skills via college-level coursework, an advanced degree, a STEM degree, certifications, work experience, or military experience. The total part-time MBA enrollment is 389 students. 
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    The Ohio State University’s Working Professional MBA program does not require applicants to submit a GMAT, GRE, or EA score if they have a 3...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 624
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 7.6
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Flexible

  8. 10. University of Washington (Foster)

    Seattle, WA
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    The University of Washington (Foster) doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application, but submitting test scores is encouraged. U.S.-based applicants need to submit their applications by June 13 and international students should submit by Feb. 14. Two letters of recommendation are required, and international students must submit a TOEFL score for admission. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Foster was 86% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.4 and 650 GMAT score.
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    The University of Washington (Foster) doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application, but submitting test scores is encouraged...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 650
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 8
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  9. 11. William & Mary

    Williamsburg, VA
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    William & Mary doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. Two letters of recommendation are required, and international students aren’t required to submit a TOEFL score for admission. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at William & Mary was 88% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.3 and 660 GMAT score.
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    William & Mary doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 660
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 8
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  10. 12. Indiana University (Kelley)

    Bloomington, IN
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    Applicants to the part-time MBA program at Indiana University (Kelley) are required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Kelley was 84.80% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.257 and a 618 GMAT score. Applications are due by July 14 and two letters of recommendation are required. International students may need to submit a TOEFL score for admission. 
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    Applicants to the part-time MBA program at Indiana University (Kelley) are required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 618
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 8
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Flexible

  11. 13. University of Minnesota–Twin Cities (Carlson)

    Minneapolis, MN
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    The University of Minnesota–Twin Cities (Carlson) requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver. Applicants need to submit their applications by July 15. Two letters of recommendation are required and international students must submit a TOEFL score for admission. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Carlson was 96% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.41 and 615 GMAT score.
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    The University of Minnesota–Twin Cities (Carlson) requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 615
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 7
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Flexible

  13. 14. Rice University (Jones)

    Houston, TX
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    Students who hope to attend the part-time program at Rice University (Jones) must submit either GMAT or GRE scores to be considered for admission. Incoming part-time MBA students at Rice have, on average, a 666 score on the GMAT or a 157 on the quantitative portion of the GRE and a 155 on the verbal section. The acceptance rate to Rice’s part-time MBA program in 2021 was 84.2%. Incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.29 and more than seven years of work experience. International applicants must submit a TOEFL score to be considered for admission.
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    Students who hope to attend the part-time program at Rice University (Jones) must submit either GMAT or GRE scores to be considered for admission...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 666
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 7.8
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  14. 15. University of Texas–Dallas

    Richardson, TX
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    The University of Texas–Dallas requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver. Applicants need to submit their applications by May 1. Two letters of recommendation are required and international students must submit a TOEFL score for admission. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at the University of Texas–Dallas was 65% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.5 and 638 GMAT score.
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    The University of Texas–Dallas requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 638
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 6.17
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  15. 16. Radford University

    Radford, VA
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    Applicants to Radford University’s part-time MBA program are required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Radford University was 60.9% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.194 and 590 GMAT score. Two letters of recommendation are required and international students must submit a TOEFL score for admission. 
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    Applicants to Radford University’s part-time MBA program are required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 590
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 13.5
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  16. 17. Santa Clara University (Leavey)

    Santa Clara, CA
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    Santa Clara University (Leavey) requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver. Applicants need to submit their applications by June 1. Two letters of recommendation are required and international students must submit a TOEFL score for admission. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Leavey was 96% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.3 and 635 GMAT score.
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    Santa Clara University (Leavey) requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 635
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 8
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  17. 18. Georgetown University (McDonough)

    Washington, D.C.
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    Applicants to the part-time MBA program at Georgetown University (McDonough) are required to submit a GMAT, EA, or GRE score with their application. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at McDonough was 70.3% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.32 and 657 GMAT score. Applications are due by May 2, and one letter of recommendation is required. International students must submit a TOEFL score for admission.
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    Applicants to the part-time MBA program at Georgetown University (McDonough) are required to submit a GMAT, EA, or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 657
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 5.46
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  19. 19. Southern Methodist University (Cox)

    Dallas, TX
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    The 2022 part-time MBA graduating class at Southern Methodist University (Cox) had 115 students. The school requires a minimum of 50 credits to graduate from its part-time MBA program, and tuition per year is $102,750. SMU Cox graduate programs are test optional, meaning you’re not required to take the GMAT or GRE, and the TOEFL isn’t required for international students. Additionally, the program doesn’t require recommendation letters. The 2021 acceptance rate was 87%, and the average GPA of accepted students was 3.15.
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    The 2022 part-time MBA graduating class at Southern Methodist University (Cox) had 115 students...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 666
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 6.46
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  20. 20. Boston University (Questrom)

    Boston, MA
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    Boston University (Questrom) graduated 187 candidates from its program in 2022. GMAT or GRE scores aren’t required for part-time candidates who apply to the professional evening MBA program, but applicants can still submit them to strengthen their application. Incoming students to Questrom’s part-time MBA program, on average, have a 664 GMAT score and a 3.3 undergraduate GPA. The university had an acceptance rate of 83.3% in 2021. One letter of recommendation is required with an application to Boston University’s part-time MBA program.
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    Boston University (Questrom) graduated 187 candidates from its program in 2022...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 664
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 6
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  21. 21. Virginia Tech (Pamplin)

    Blacksburg, VA
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    Applicants to the part-time MBA program at Virginia Tech (Pamplin) are required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver. The acceptance rate in 2021 to the part-time MBA program at Pamplin was 83%, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.3 and 616 GMAT score. Applications are due by Aug. 1, and one letter of recommendation is required. International students must submit a TOEFL score for admission. 
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    Applicants to the part-time MBA program at Virginia Tech (Pamplin) are required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 616
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 8.6
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  22. 22. University of Pittsburgh (Katz)

    Pittsburgh, PA
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    The University of Pittsburgh’s Katz School of Business graduated 55 students from its part-time MBA program in 2022, after welcoming 113 new students in 2021. The school accepts GMAT or GRE scores with applications to its part-time MBA program, but test score requirements may be waived for some prospective students. Two letters of recommendation are also required to apply, and the application deadline for the fall 2023 term is July 1. Incoming students, on average, have a 3.35 undergraduate GPA and a 589 GMAT score. Last year, the program’s acceptance rate was 92.4%
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    The University of Pittsburgh’s Katz School of Business graduated 55 students from its part-time MBA program in 2022, after welcoming 113 new students in 2021...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 589
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 5.83
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  23. 23. Rutgers University

    Newark, NJ
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    Rutgers University–Newark and New Brunswick requires valid GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment test scores to apply to its part-time MBA program. Test waivers may be available. Two letters of recommendation are required. Part-time MBA students, on average, have a 3.31 undergraduate GPA, 577 GMAT score, and more than six years of work experience. The final deadline for applications to Rutgers’ part-time MBA program is June 15. The acceptance rate to the program last year was 90%, and 278 students graduated in 2022.
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    Rutgers University–Newark and New Brunswick requires valid GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment test scores to apply to its part-time MBA program...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 577
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 6.3
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Flexible

  25. 24. University of Maryland–College Park (Smith)

    College Park, MD
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    Applicants to the University of Maryland–College Park’s part-time MBA program aren’t required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at University of Maryland–College Park was 86.59% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.2 and 630 GMAT score. One letter of recommendation is required and international students must submit a TOEFL score for admission if English is not their primary language.
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    Applicants to the University of Maryland–College Park’s part-time MBA program aren’t required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 630
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 5.8
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  26. 25. University of Florida (Warrington)

    Gainesville, FL
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    The University of Florida (Warrington) doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. Applicants need to submit their applications by July 1. Two letters of recommendation are required and international students must submit a TOEFL score for admission. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Warrington was 71% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.24 and 590 GMAT score.
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    The University of Florida (Warrington) doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 590
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 7
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  27. 26. Texas A&M University–College Station (Mays)

    College Station, TX
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    Applicants to the part-time MBA program at Texas A&M University–College Station (Mays) are required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they are approved for an exam waiver. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Mays was 85.87% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.05 and 588 GMAT score. Applications are due by June 14, and no letters of recommendation are required. International students must submit a TOEFL score for admission. 
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    Applicants to the part-time MBA program at Texas A&M University–College Station (Mays) are required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they are approved for an exam waiver...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 588
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 8.9
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  28. 27. Virginia Commonwealth University

    Richmond, VA
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    Virginia Commonwealth University doesn’t require part-time MBA applicants to submit a GMAT or GRE score. Part-time MBA students at Virginia Commonwealth University, on average, have a 3.45 GPA, 547 GMAT score, and eight years of work experience. During the 2021-2022 academic year, the school enrolled 151 students in the program, and had a 83.5% acceptance rate in 2021. All applicants to VCU’s part-time MBA program should include three letters of recommendation with their application, and international students should include TOEFL scores. Applications are due by July 1.
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    Virginia Commonwealth University doesn’t require part-time MBA applicants to submit a GMAT or GRE score...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 547
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 8.5
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  29. 28. University of Massachusetts–Amherst (Isenberg)

    Amherst, MA
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    People who are hoping to enroll in the part-time MBA program at the University of Massachusetts–Amherst (Isenberg) in the fall of 2023 must submit their applications by July 15. The program requires applicants to provide two letters of recommendation, and either GMAT or GRE scores—but students can apply for a waiver. In 2021, the program had an 95% acceptance rate, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.44 and a 543 GMAT score. International students must submit a TOEFL score of at least 100 to be considered for admission.
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    People who are hoping to enroll in the part-time MBA program at the University of Massachusetts–Amherst (Isenberg) in the fall of 2023 must submit their applications by July 15...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 543
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 8.7
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  31. 29. University of Denver (Daniels)

    Denver, CO
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    The University of Denver (Daniels) doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. Applicants need to submit their applications by Sept. 1 for the fall term. No letters of recommendation are required, but international students must submit a TOEFL, IELTS, CAE or Duolingo score for admission. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Daniels was 84.3% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.25 and 630 GMAT score.
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    The University of Denver (Daniels) doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 630
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 5.43
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  32. 30. University of Houston (Bauer)

    Houston, TX
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    Students accepted into the 2021 part-time MBA cohort at the C.T. Bauer College of Business at the University of Houston had, on average, an undergraduate GPA of 3.3, and an average GMAT score of 595. The University of Houston’s part-time MBA program had an 81.8% acceptance rate in 2021. Prospective students must submit either a GRE or GMAT score to be considered for admission, with no minimum score requirement. Test waivers are available for qualified applicants. Students need to complete 48 credits to graduate from the part-time MBA program.
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    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 595
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 6.2
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  33. 31. University of San Diego

    San Diego, CA
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    The University of San Diego doesn’t require applicants to its part-time MBA program to submit GMAT or GRE scores to be considered for admission. Incoming students to the University of San Diego’s part-time MBA program, on average, have a 3.2 undergraduate GPA, a 614 GMAT score, and more than seven years of work experience. International applicants must submit a TOEFL score of at least 92 to be considered for admission to the program. Last year, the university admitted 94% of applicants to its part-time MBA program.
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    The University of San Diego doesn’t require applicants to its part-time MBA program to submit GMAT or GRE scores to be considered for admission...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 614
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 7.44
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  34. 32. University of Utah (Eccles)

    Salt Lake City, UT
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    The part-time program at the University of Utah (Eccles) will accept applications through Aug. 15 for enrollment in the fall 2023 semester. Prospective students are required to have at least one year of post-undergraduate work experience, and they must submit either GMAT or GRE scores—although other credentials may be substituted on a case-by-case basis. In 2021, the program had a 80.8% acceptance rate. Incoming students on average have a 3.34 undergraduate GPA and 609 GMAT score. Waivers are available for the TOEFL requirement for international students.
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    The part-time program at the University of Utah (Eccles) will accept applications through Aug...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 609
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 5.2
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Flexible

  35. 33. St. John’s University (Tobin)

    Queens, NY
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    Applicants to the part-time MBA program at St. John’s University (Tobin) aren’t required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at St. John’s University (Tobin) was 60% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.6 and a 590 GMAT score. Applications are due by Feb. 1, and two letters of recommendation are required. International students must submit a TOEFL score for admission. 
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    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 590
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 3.5
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  37. 34. University of South Florida

    Tampa, FL
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    Students hoping to attend the University of South Florida’s part-time MBA program at the Muma College of Business need to submit GRE or GMAT scores (though waivers are permitted in certain circumstances), along with three letters of recommendation. In 2021, the school welcomed 125 new entrants to its part-time MBA program, with an overall acceptance rate of 59%. Accepted students to the University of South Florida’s part-time MBA program have, on average, an undergraduate GPA of 3.38, and average GMAT scores of 592. Tuition for the program is $8,406 per year.
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    Students hoping to attend the University of South Florida’s part-time MBA program at the Muma College of Business need to submit GRE or GMAT scores (though waivers are permitted in certain circumstances), along with three letters of recommendation...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 592
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 6
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  38. 35. Hofstra University (Zarb)

    Uniondale, NY
    Hofstra University (Zarb) requires applicants to submit a GMAT score with an application to its part-time MBA program, but the requirement is waived with a 3.2 minimum cummulative GPA from an undergraduate accredited program. Incoming students to Hofstra’s part-time MBA program, on average, have a 3.32 undergraduate GPA and a 600 GMAT score. Last year, the program accepted 92% of applicants. Admission to Zarb’s part-time MBA program are made on a rolling basis. The cost per credit is $1,605, and part-time MBA students need 36 credits to graduate.
    Hofstra University (Zarb) requires applicants to submit a GMAT score with an application to its part-time MBA program, but the requirement is waived with a 3...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 600
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 5.57
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  39. 36. University of California–Irvine (Merage)

    Irvine, CA
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    The University of California–Irvine (Merage) requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit either GRE or GMAT scores, but waivers are available based on professional and academic experience. Two letters of recommendation are also required to apply. The part-time MBA program at the University of California–Irvine (Merage) had an acceptance rate of 84% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.15, average GMAT scores of 576, and more than seven years of professional work experience. Applications to the part-time MBA program are due July 15.
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    The University of California–Irvine (Merage) requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit either GRE or GMAT scores, but waivers are available based on professional and academic experience...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 576
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 7.04
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  40. 37. Washington University in St. Louis (Olin)

    St. Louis, MO
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    Washington University in St. Louis (Olin) doesn’t have a preference between the GMAT or GRE with an application to its part-time MBA program. While submitting a score isn’t required, it is a recommended component of the application. Incoming students to Olin’s part-time MBA program, on average, have an undergraduate GPA of 3.3, more than five years of work experience, and a GMAT score of 570. One letter of recommendation is required with an application to the part-time MBA program. The program costs more than $33,000 per year.
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    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 570
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 5.6
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Flexible

  41. 38. Kennesaw State University (Coles)

    Kennesaw, GA
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    Applicants to the part-time MBA program at Kennesaw State University (Coles) aren’t required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Coles was 65% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.265 and a 582.5 GMAT score. Applications are due by July 1, and no letters of recommendation are required. International students must submit a TOEFL score for admission.
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    Applicants to the part-time MBA program at Kennesaw State University (Coles) aren’t required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 582.5
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 7.2
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  43. 39. Seattle University (Albers)

    Seattle, WA
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    Seattle University (Albers) doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. U.S. applicants need to submit their applications by Aug. 7 and international applicants need to submit applications by April 1. No letters of recommendation are required, but international students must submit a TOEFL score for admission. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Albers was 14.8% in in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.36 and 607 GMAT score.
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    Seattle University (Albers) doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 607
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 4.8
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  44. 40. University of North Carolina–Greensboro (Bryan)

    Greensboro, NC
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    The University of North Carolina–Greensboro (Bryan) doesn’t require applicants to its part-time MBA program to submit GMAT or GRE scores to be considered for admission. Incoming students at the University of North Carolina–Greensboro’s part-time MBA program, on average, have a 3.33 undergraduate GPA, a 550 GMAT score, and seven years of work experience. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program last year was 75%. Prospective students must submit three letters of recommendation with an application to the part-time MBA program.
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    The University of North Carolina–Greensboro (Bryan) doesn’t require applicants to its part-time MBA program to submit GMAT or GRE scores to be considered for admission...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 550
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 7
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  45. 41. Tulane University (Freeman)

    New Orleans, LA
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    Tulane University (Freeman) requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. Applicants need to submit their applications by May 1. One letter of recommendation is required and international students aren’t required to submit a TOEFL score for admission. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Freeman was 75% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.15 and 630 GMAT score.
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    Tulane University (Freeman) requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 630
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 3.6
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  46. 42. University of Oklahoma (Price)

    Norman, OK
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    In 2022, 48 students graduated from the University of Oklahoma’s part-time MBA program. The program, run by the university’s Price College of Business, requires applicants to submit GMAT or GRE scores, but prospective students can apply for a waiver which will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Incoming students to Price’s part-time MBA program, on average, have a 3.29 GPA and a 521 GMAT score. The program last year had an acceptance rate of 85%. The program costs more than $26,000 per year.
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    In 2022, 48 students graduated from the University of Oklahoma’s part-time MBA program...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 521
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 8
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  47. 43. Georgia State University (Robinson)

    Atlanta, GA
    Georgia State University (Robinson) doesn’t require GMAT or GRE scores for part-time MBA applicants. Incoming part-time MBA students at Georgia State’s Robinson, on average, have a 3.22 undergraduate GPA, a 575 GMAT score and five years of work experience. Letters of recommendation aren’t required with an application, but international students must show proof of English proficiency. The acceptance rate to Robinson’s part-time MBA program last year was 72%, and the program enrolled 606 students this past academic year.
    Georgia State University (Robinson) doesn’t require GMAT or GRE scores for part-time MBA applicants...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 575
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 5
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  49. 44. University of Georgia (Terry)

    Athens, GA
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    Applicants to the part-time program at the University of Georgia (Terry) aren’t required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Terry was 89% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.2 and 526 GMAT score. Applications are due by May 30, and two letters of recommendation are required. International students must submit a TOEFL or IELTS score unless they qualify for a waiver.
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    Applicants to the part-time program at the University of Georgia (Terry) aren’t required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 526
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 7
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  50. 45. University of Texas–Arlington

    Arlington, TX
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    The University of Texas–Arlington requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver. Applicants need to submit their applications by Aug. 1. No letters of recommendation are required, but international students must submit a TOEFL score. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at the University of Texas–Arlington was 51% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.41 and 532 GMAT score.
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    The University of Texas–Arlington requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application unless they qualify for a waiver...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 532
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 6
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Flexible

  51. 46. Fordham University (Gabelli)

    New York, NY
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    Applicants to the part-time MBA program at Fordham University (Gabelli) aren’t required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Gabelli was 97% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.3 and 550 GMAT score. U.S. applicants need to submit their applications by May 29, and international applicants need to submit applications by March 25. International students must submit a TOEFL score for admission. 
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    Applicants to the part-time MBA program at Fordham University (Gabelli) aren’t required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 550
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 5
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  52. 47. Texas Tech University (Rawls)

    Lubbock, TX
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    The part-time MBA program at Texas Tech University (Rawls) had an acceptance rate of 93% in 2021. The application to the part-time MBA program at Rawls doesn’t require submission of a letter of recommendation. All applicants to the part-time MBA program must submit either a GMAT or GRE score. Accepted students, on average, have an undergraduate GPA of 3.25, five years of work experience, a GMAT score of 476, or a GRE score of 293. International students must submit a TOEFL score to be considered for admission to Texas Tech University’ part-time MBA program.
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    The part-time MBA program at Texas Tech University (Rawls) had an acceptance rate of 93% in 2021...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 476
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 9.7
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  53. 48. Xavier University (Williams)

    Cincinnati, OH
    Xavier University (Williams) doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. U.S.-based applicants need to submit their applications by Aug. 1 and international students should submit by June 1. No letters of recommendation are required, but international students must submit a TOEFL, IELTS, or IBT score for admission. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Xavier was 30% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.3 and 535 GMAT score.
    Xavier University (Williams) doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 535
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 5
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  55. 49. Pepperdine University (Graziadio)

    Malibu, CA
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    The part-time MBA program at Pepperdine University (Graziadio) had an acceptance rate of 88.09% in 2021. Incoming students to Pepperdine University (Graziadio)’s part-time MBA program, on average, have a 500 score on the GMAT or a 298 score on the GRE, an undergraduate GPA of 3.13, and seven years of work experience. The TOEFL score requirement can be waived for eligible international students, and while applicants aren’t required to take the GMAT or GRE, the school notes that test scores can be beneficial for scholarship consideration. The part-time MBA program at Graziadio costs more than $103,000 per year.
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    The part-time MBA program at Pepperdine University (Graziadio) had an acceptance rate of 88...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 500
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 7
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  56. 50. University of Arizona (Eller)

    Tucson, AZ
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    The Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona graduated 37 part-time MBA students in 2022, and students hoping to enroll in the fall 2023 term must submit their applications by June 1. The program had an acceptance rate of 86.7% in 2021, and students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.31. One letter of recommendation is required with the application to Eller’s part-time MBA program. While standardized test scores aren’t required to apply to the program, scores are accepted.
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    The Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona graduated 37 part-time MBA students in 2022, and students hoping to enroll in the fall 2023 term must submit their applications by June 1...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • DNP
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 7.33
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  57. 51. Case Western Reserve University (Weatherhead)

    Cleveland, OH
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    Case Western Reserve University (Weatherhead) doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. Applicants need to submit their applications by April 28. No letters of recommendation are required, but international students must submit a TOEFL score for admission unless they qualify for a waiver. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Weatherhead was 82% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.1.
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    Case Western Reserve University (Weatherhead) doesn’t require prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • DNP
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 9.5
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  58. 52. Indiana State University

    Terre Haute, IN
    Indiana State University requires a GMAT or a GRE score to apply to its part-time MBA program, but tests can be waived if an applicant meets certain requirements. Incoming part-time MBA students at Indiana State University, on average, have an average GPA of 3.2 and more than eight of work experience. In 2021, the school admitted 51 MBA students with a 98% acceptance rate. The graduates of 2021 have a median base salary of $100,000. International candidates are required to submit a TOEFL score. The application process is on a rolling basis.
    Indiana State University requires a GMAT or a GRE score to apply to its part-time MBA program, but tests can be waived if an applicant meets certain requirements...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • DNP
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 8.98
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  59. 53. Montclair State University (Feliciano)

    Upper Montclair, NJ
    Montclair State University (Feliciano) requires a GMAT or GRE score for part-time MBA applicants, but the requirement is waived if an applicant’s cumulative GPA is at least 2.75. Incoming part-time MBA students at Feliciano, on average, have a 3.33 undergraduate GPA. The acceptance rate for the 2021 part-time MBA program was 98.75^%. International students are required to submit a TOEFL score and all prospective students are required to submit one letter of recommendation. Admissions are made on a continuous, rolling basis.
    Montclair State University (Feliciano) requires a GMAT or GRE score for part-time MBA applicants, but the requirement is waived if an applicant’s cumulative GPA is at least 2...
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 6.4
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  61. 54. Eastern Michigan University

    Ypsilanti, MI
    Eastern Michigan University requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application, although waivers are available for those who qualify. No letters of recommendation are required, but international students must submit a TOEFL or IELTS score for admission. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Eastern Michigan University was 66% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.23 and 471 GMAT score.
    Eastern Michigan University requires prospective students to its part-time MBA program to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application, although waivers are available for those who qualify...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 471
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 3.12
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Yes

  62. 55. University of Central Missouri (Harmon)

    Warrensburg, MO
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    The University of Central Missouri (Harmon) doesn’t require part-time MBA candidates to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. Incoming part-time MBA students at Harmon have, on average, a 3.38 undergraduate GPA and 445 GMAT score. The program enrolled 51 new students in 2021, accepting 57% of applicants. Harmon doesn’t require letters of recommendation with its part-time MBA application, but international applicants must submit a TOEFL score. Admissions to Harmon’s part-time MBA program are made on a rolling basis. Students need 33 credits in order to graduate.
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    The University of Central Missouri (Harmon) doesn’t require part-time MBA candidates to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 445
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 3.12
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  63. 56. Wright State University (Soin)

    Dayton, OH
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    Wright State University (Soin) accepts GRE and GMAT scores from prospective part-time MBA students, but the school doesn’t require test scores to apply. Incoming part-time MBA students, on average, have a 489 GMAT score, a ​​3.13 undergraduate GPA, and 154 quantitative and 152 verbal GRE scores. During the 2021-2022 academic year, 360 students were enrolled, and the program had an acceptance rate of 90% in 2021. International students are required to include TOEFL scores with applications. Part-time MBA students based in the U.S. need to submit an application by July 1, and international students must apply by March 31.
    Wright State University
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    Wright State University (Soin) accepts GRE and GMAT scores from prospective part-time MBA students, but the school doesn’t require test scores to apply...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 489
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 3.12
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  64. 57. University of Scranton

    Scranton, PA
    Applicants to the University of Scranton’s part-time MBA program aren’t required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application if they qualify for a waiver. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at the University of Scranton was 71% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.48. U.S.-based applicants should submit their applications by Aug. 14, and international students should submit by June 1. International students from a non-English speaking country must submit a language proficiency test.
    Applicants to the University of Scranton’s part-time MBA program aren’t required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application if they qualify for a waiver...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • DNP
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 3.12
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • Flexible

  65. 58. Le Moyne College

    Syracuse, NY
    Applicants to Le Moyne College’s part-time MBA program aren’t required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application. The acceptance rate to the part-time MBA program at Le Moyne College was 85.7% in 2021, and incoming students had an average undergraduate GPA of 3.41 and a 420 GMAT score. Two letters of recommendation are required and international students must submit a TOEFL score for admission. 
    Applicants to Le Moyne College’s part-time MBA program aren’t required to submit a GMAT or GRE score with their application...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • 420
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 3.12
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

  67. 59. Purdue University (Daniels, Jr.)

    West Lafayette, IN
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    Purdue University–West Lafayette (Krannert) doesn’t require applicants to its part-time MBA program to submit GMAT or GRE scores to be considered for admission. The school also doesn’t require international students to submit a TOEFL score, but two letters of recommendation are required from all applicants. Incoming students to Krannert’s part-time MBA program have an average undergraduate GPA of 2.96 and five years of work experience. Last year, 84% of applicants were accepted to the part-time MBA program.
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    Purdue University–West Lafayette (Krannert) doesn’t require applicants to its part-time MBA program to submit GMAT or GRE scores to be considered for admission...
    • AVERAGE GMAT
    • DNP
    • AVERAGE NUMBER OF YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
    • 5
    • GMAT REQUIREMENT
    • No

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a part-time MBA worth it?

Part-time MBA programs take longer to complete than traditional MBA programs because students work toward earning the degree without having to return to school full-time. A part-time program can be worthwhile for those professionals who want to obtain an advanced degree that can provide them with the opportunity to move up in their careers or even shift to a new role or industry. There’s a lot of career fluidity among part-time MBA students, much of which has to do with the fact that these students typically have more professional experience and might already be working in their desired field. UC Berkeley’s assistant dean of MBA programs, Jamie Breen, told Fortune that about 75% of part-time MBA students change jobs or get promoted while in the Haas program, usually in their second year.

Is a full-time MBA better than a part-time MBA?

A full-time MBA is not better or worse than a part-time MBA, but one option might be better for you depending on your specific situation. For example, Fortune spoke with a current part-time MBA student, who expects to graduate in 2024, about why she chose to go the part-time route. She explained that because she wanted to pivot her career—but in the industry she was already in—while earning an income and getting a formal MBA education, the part-time was the best option for her. If you’d prefer to fully immerse yourself in a program for two years, and can afford to do so, a full-time MBA might be the better choice. Full-time MBA programs are for “career switchers,” people really trying to reinvent themselves in a professional sense. Meanwhile, part-time MBAs, like mentioned above, can serve as a career accelerator.

Will a part-time MBA increase my salary?

Part-time MBAs, like full-time MBAs, can increase your salary. The University of Minnesota’s part-time MBA class of 2020 saw their salaries increase by an average of 30% from the start of the program to four months after graduating, according to MBA.com. And the average salary was almost $115,000.

Can you do a part-time MBA?

Not all universities offer part-time MBAs, but they are increasingly becoming an option. Carnegie Mellon University, for example, announced in 2022 plans to launch a part-time accelerated MBA program. Additionally, UC Berkeley recently began its flexible, online option for part-time evening and weekend MBA programs, after announcing it last year.

What are the benefits of a part-time MBA?

Part-time MBA programs can be completed while working full-time because classes are typically held at night or on the weekends, which is widely seen as the greatest benefit of this MBA format. Part-time programs come with the same opportunities and benefits as full-time MBA programs—both offer quality education, career development, and salary advancement. Additionally, attending school part-time is often less expensive than the full-time counterpart in terms of tuition, but also because students won’t have to give up their income while completing the program. 

Is it easier to get into a part-time MBA program?

No, it’s not necessarily easier to get into a part-time MBA program, but more applicants are accepted into part-time programs rather than their full-time counterparts. Part-time programs can also be more relaxed in terms of entrance requirements, like GMAT or GRE scores, because applicants tend to have more work experience. That said, many students find a part-time program challenging because they must juggle multiple priorities, including work and family obligations, along with the intensity of the MBA degree.

How much does a part-time MBA cost?

Just as formats vary for part-time programs (online, in-person, or a hybrid model), so do the associated costs. On average, however, part-time MBAs tuition generally cost anywhere from $60,000 to $200,000. 

Do companies sponsor part-time MBAs?

Some companies do offer to partially sponsor the costs of attending a part-time MBA program for employees. Scholarship America, reported that nearly $22 billion was offered in tuition reimbursement by almost 70% of employers, as of 2019. Additionally, the Society for Human Resources found that in 2020, 47% of companies surveyed offered tuition reimbursement benefits to their employees. And, Fortune compiled a list of companies that offer MBA sponsorships, including: Capital One, Disney, IBM, and UPS.

Does a part-time MBA application require the GMAT?

Part-time MBA programs are less likely to require a GMAT score compared with full-time programs, partly because applicants already have work experience. Part-time MBA programs at Pepperdine University, George Washington University, American University, and Babson College don’t require GMAT or GRE scores to apply. However, the top five schools on Fortune’s ranking of the best part-time MBA programs do require GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment scores as part of the application.

Which is the best college for a part-time MBA?

The University of Chicago (Booth) landed the No.1 spot on Fortune’s ranking of best part-time MBA programs in 2022-23. New York University (Stern), the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor (Ross), UC Berkeley (Haas), and UCLA (Anderson) round out the top five. Our ranking consists of three components: program score (weighted at 60%), brand score (weighted at 25%), and the Fortune 1000 score (weighted at 15%).