Wichita State University 1845 Fairmount Wichita, KS 67260 316-978-3456 webmaster@wichita.edu
MBA Admissions
Admission Requirements
Academic four-year undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software applications.
Admission decisions are based on the following:
An official Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) score report (Click here if you need help with GMAT preparation or click here for information about the GMAT). Plan to take the GMAT at least three months prior to the semester in which you wish to start your graduate studies and immediately have an official copy of your score sent directly from Princeton, NJ, to the W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University.
"Personal Goals" essay that clearly articulates applicants reasons for seeking admission (500 words maximum).
When English is not your native language, a minimum score of 570 (paper-based) or 230 (computer-based) or 88 (internet-based) on the test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required.
Current resume.
Career-based work experience is desirable but not required.
Prior study in business is not required.
Final admission may be based on space available in the program.
Admission Process
Students are admitted to the graduate programs in business prior to the fall and spring semesters only. Applications for the Spring 2008 semester are being accepted now! Download application materials by clicking here.
Deadlines for International applicants are April 1st for fall semester admission and August 1st for spring semester admission.
Send application, transcripts and application fee to:
WSU Graduate School 107 Jardine Hall 1845 Fairmount Wichita, Kansas 67260-0004
Send reference forms, essay and resume to:
WSU Graduate Studies in Business Clinton Hall, Box 48 1845 Fairmount Wichita, Kansas 67260-0048
If you need to contact GMAT, their number is 1.800.717.GMAT.
Notice of Nondiscrimination
1. It is the stated policy of Wichita State University to prohibit discrimination in employment and in educational programs and activities because of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, disabled/Vietnam-era veteran status or physical or mental disability.
2. In working to achieve and maintain a welcoming and discrimination free environment, it is necessary and appropriate that employees and students be encouraged to make complaints and concerns about perceived discriminatory behaviors known to University supervisors and officials.
3. Any University employee or student who engages in retaliatory conduct against a University employee or student who has filed a complaint alleging discrimination or otherwise exercised their rights and privileges against illegal discrimination will be subject to disciplinary actions pursuant to established University procedures, up to and including termination of employment or student status.
4. This prohibition against retaliatory conduct applies regardless of the merits of the initial complaint of illegal discrimination.
The Vice President and General Counsel and the Office of Human Resources shall have primary responsibility for publication, dissemination and implementation of this University policy.
