• An undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution
• A minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale (If your overall GPA is below 2.75, you may receive provisional status in the program at the discretion of the MBA program director.)
• A minimum of two years of work experience, including quantitative and writing responsibilities, demonstrated through a résumé that shows progressive responsibility in an area that includes both writing and quantitative analysis

• No prerequisite coursework is required for the online MBA
• A background in business is not a prerequisite to joining this program either. You don’t need prior work experience or a business-related bachelor’s degree to be accepted

GRE scores are not required. GMAT scores are required only if you have fewer than two years of work experience.

• You can transfer a maximum of six credits you’ve earned before admittance to Saint Mary’s
• Transfer credits are subject to graduate school and program criteria, as well as the recommendation of the program director and approval by the dean
• Also, note that work experience is not accepted as credit for this program

Students with transcripts from universities outside the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia, and Canada (except for the Quebec Province) must take and pass English proficiency testing.

Saint Mary’s accepts the:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 72
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum score of 6.0
• Michigan Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) with a minimum score of 74%
• International Test of English Proficiency (ITEP) with a minimum score of 4.0 or Pearson Test of English with a score of 51
• Duolingo with a minimum score of 100

Whether you apply through our online application, via hard copy, or in-person with a Saint Mary’s admissions counselor, your application must include the following items:

• $25 non-refundable application fee: Note that Saint Mary’s alumni, students seeking readmission, veterans, and active military personnel are exempt from this application fee
• Official transcripts: An official transcript issued to Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota from the institution posting the applicant’s completed degree and other relevant transcripts documenting program prerequisites and potential transfer credits must be sent separately and directly from your institution. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota accepts official transcripts electronically from previously attended institutions. Transcripts should be sent to: oladmissions@smumn.edu or mailed to
  Transcript Processing Center
  Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
  851 Trafalgar Court, Suite 420
  Maitland, FL 32751
• An up-to-date résumé: Include both your educational and professional experience
• Two references: Provide the names of two people (including title, organization, email, and phone number) who can serve as professional references, if needed, during the application review process. The best references are those who know you professionally, such as current or former supervisors
• A written statement: Describe your personal background, training, career goals, and experience. Tell us why you’re seeking admission to the MBA, what your personal and professional strengths are, and any other personal information you wish to share

Upcoming application deadlines for Saint Mary’s online MBA:

• Spring: December 18, 2023
• Summer: April 22, 2024
• Fall: August 20, 2024

Upcoming start dates for Saint Mary’s online MBA:

• Spring: January 8, 2024
• Summer: May 6, 2024
• Fall: September 3, 2024

Once you’ve submitted your application, expect to be notified about acceptance approximately two weeks after your submission date.