Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an application fee?
Yes, there is a non-refundable application fee of $175 for all Executive Degree Programs.
How long does it take to process my application?
Once your complete application is submitted, it typically takes two to three weeks until the Admissions Committee follows up with an applicant to request an interview.
If I have questions about financial aid, whom should I contact?
Information regarding financial aid may be reviewed here.
Is there an advantage to applying during the earlier admission rounds?
For all degree programs, the maximum number of seats is available in the earlier admission rounds. The earlier a candidate is admitted to a program, the more time s/he has to plan professional, personal, and financial commitments/responsibilities. For the Executive Master’s in Leadership Program, the earlier deadlines are strongly encouraged for applicants interested in scholarship consideration.
If I am not accepted into the program, am I able to apply in the future?
Yes. An applicant who is not admitted to the program may re-apply for a future cohort.
May I apply for a deferral if admitted?
Students who are admitted to our programs may apply for a deferral for up to one year. Deferrals are granted on a case-by-case basis by the Admissions Committee once a formal written request has been made.
When is a TOEFL score required?
A TOEFL score is required for students who are non-native English speakers, for students who have not completed a degree in a university where English is the primary language of instruction, or for students who have not worked in an English-speaking country for at least four years.
Most applicants who take the TOEFL will take the internet based test (iBT). A minimum score of 100 is required. For those who take the paper based test, a minimum score of 600 is required. As an alternative to the TOEFL, we accept International English Language Testing System (IELTS) results. We require a minimum score of 7.5 out of 10 on the academic module. We accept only academic module results. For more information about IELTS registration, visit www.ielts.org.
School Code: 2509
Department Code: 02
Must students be employed full-time?
We expect students to hold full-time employment throughout the program. As members of a learning community, students bring real-world experience into the classroom and are able to immediately apply academic concepts gained through our distinctive curriculum in their workplaces.
Is the GMAT or GRE required?
Yes, the GMAT or GRE is required for applications to the Executive MBA Program. Executive Master’s in Leadership applicants are encouraged to submit the results of the GMAT, GRE, or other graduate school entrance exams, although it is not required.
Waiver requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis upon of the receipt of a resume and transcripts. The Admissions Committee will consider factors including previous graduate study and extensive professional experience.
GMAT® Program Code: JT7-G0-46
GRE School Code: 5781
Department Code: 4301
Do I have to be sponsored by my employer?
While some students are partially or fully sponsored by their employer, this is not a requirement. Many students are self-funded through personal savings, loans, etc.
