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Our admissions process is designed to be highly selective. We have required and recommended elements to the process, all of which we will consider together as a single portfolio in evaluating applications. Applicants should assemble the strongest mix of elements below to comprise their application package.

The following items are required for application to the MBA program:

1. An application for the MBA admission and the application fee Apply Now
   
2. Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) coursework from accredited institutions with a minimum undergraduate overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.75. *Students are required to take the GMAT or GRE if their transcripts do not show evidence of successful completion of quantitative courses.  Although scores make up only one factor in the admissions process, it is anticipated that successful applicants will have a minimum overall score of 520 on the GMAT (comparable GRE scores will also be considered).*
3. Current resume with 3 years of professional work experience REQUIRED. (We at NKU believe that prior exposure to organizational processes and procedures is of paramount importance for MBA students and is a significant contributor to the educational experience for the entire class. This has taken on more significance as we have introduced the accelerated Program.  Therefore, we require a minimum of three years of professional work experience after the undergraduate degree has been earned. Exceptions to this requirement will be considered if a candidate has had an exceptional level of experience during her/his undergraduate education. These exceptions will be exceedingly rare.) 
   
4. No longer than one page (single spaced) essay stating your motivation for pursuing an MBA
5. If an international applicant, the IBT TOEFL or equivalent with a minimum score of 550 or IELTS minimum score of 6.5

All requirements should be sent to the NKU Office of Graduate Education.

Northern Kentucky University
Office of Graduate Education
302 Lucas Administrative Center
Highland Heights, KY 41099
Email: graduate@nku.edu
Phone: (859) 572-6364
Fax: (859) 572-6670

• Fall 2018 (1^st session): Aug. 20-Sept. 21
• Fall 2018 (2^nd session): Oct. 1-Nov. 2
• Fall 2018 (3^rd session): Nov. 8-Dec. 14
  
• Spring 2019 (1^st session): Jan. 14-Feb. 15
• Spring 2019 (2^nd session): Feb. 25-March 29
• Spring 2019 (3^rd session): April 8-May 10

The Haile Foundation has generously agreed to provide scholarships for deserving MBA students. The stipulations for the scholarships are listed below along with application specifics. A call for scholarship applications will go out to those qualified to apply.  

• Non-continuing scholarships are awarded each year; individual amounts are determined by the MBA Scholarship Committee.  

• Application must include a letter addressing:
  • The importance of this award to the applicant’s continuing education
  • The financial situation that warrants consideration
  • Career goals and how the MBA will assist in attaining these goals

• Scholarship funds may be used for tuition and/or books