Admission to the Master of Business Administration program is competitive. The decision is based on a portfolio of qualifications, including prior academic experience, work experience, optional entrance exam scores (such as GMAT or GRE) and letters of recommendation. Entrance exam scores are optional for this program and can be submitted if they will enhance an application. Any submitted test scores become part of the application and are used in the admission decision.

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

I. The following items should be submitted through the Florida State Graduate Application portal, available exclusively online at admissions.fsu.edu/gradapp:

• Applicant Statement 
• Current resume/C.V., clearly indicating work experience including dates and positions held, noting full-time or part-time employment. Management, business and leadership experience should also be clearly detailed.
• Letters of recommendation: A minimum of one (1) letter of recommendation from your current supervisor is required, however at least two (2) recommendations are preferred
• Florida Residency Declaration if appliable
• Nonrefundable application fee of $30.00 (see University Application or go to fees.fsu.edu)

II. The following items should be sent to the Graduate Admissions Office, 222 S. Copeland St./314 Westcott Building, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL 32306-1410 or to graduateadmissions@fsu.edu:

• One (1) official transcript from all colleges and universities attended (FSU transcripts are not necessary for FSU alumni, students). International applicants are required to submit an official NACES course-by-course transcript evaluation.
• Official test scores, if applicable:
  • GMAT or GRE scores are optional and should be submitted if they will enhance the application. Any submitted test scores become part of the application. The code to send GMAT scores to Florida State is PN8K567, and the code to send GRE scores is 5219.
  • English Language Proficiency scores are an FSU requirement for international applicants whose native language is not English or who have not completed an undergraduate or graduate degree from a U.S. institution or other institution where English is the required language of instruction; therefore, it cannot be waived). The code to send TOEFL scores to Florida State is 5219.

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

International applicants whose native language is not English or who have not completed an undergraduate or graduate degree in an English-speaking country are required to take an English Language Proficiency exam and submit official test results in order to be admitted to Florida State University. The College of Business accepts all of the following examinations taken within the past two (2) years:

•    Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): a minimum score of 600 on the paper-based test and 100 on the internet-based test 
•    International English Language Testing System (Academic IELTS): minimum score of 7 
•    Pearson Test of English (PTE): minimum score of 66 
•    Duolingo: minimum score of 120 
•    Cambridge C1 Advanced Level: minimum score of 180 
•    Michigan Language Assessment: minimum score of 55 

For more international applicant information, including financial responsibilities, degree equivalency, etc., visit gradschool.fsu.edu/admissions/international-admissions.

ESTIMATED PROGRAM COSTS FOR THE 2024-2025 ACADEMIC YEAR

Accelerated, Full-time MBA (39 CREDIT HOURS ON CAMPUS):

• Florida residents: $479.32 (tuition plus fees) per credit hour. Total estimated program cost is $18,693.48.
• Non-Florida Residents: $1,110.72 (tuition plus fees) per credit hour. Total estimated program cost is $43,318.08.

Note: These costs do not include required books and supplies for courses. Costs are subject to change. Fees in table do not include some per-term flat fees for FSUCard and facilities use. For a breakdown of on-campus student fees and their explanations, visit the university's Tuition Rates page.

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Financial RESOURCES

Assistantships

The College of Business offers a limited number of assistantships to students admitted into the Accelerated, Full-Time MBA format. Students enrolled in other MBA formats are not eligible for these awards.

• Recipients of these awards are required to work approximately 10 hours a week
• These awards provide a stipend of approximately $1,500 per term for three terms
• These awards do NOT cover certain non-academic fees of approximately $50 - $80 per graduate hour
• All students admitted to the accelerated MBA program are considered for the competitive assistantships
   

SCHOLARSHIPS, FELLOWSHIPS AND LOANS
University Fellowships & Assistantships

• The University offers several fellowship and assistantship opportunities.
• These awards are competitive and awarded only to students of high academic standing.

The College automatically nominates those qualified applicants whose files are complete by Jan. 1 each year for these awards. Applicants are encouraged to complete application files by Dec. 15 in order to be considered.

Learn more about the college's financial assistance options for graduate students.

The FSU Office of Financial Aid website is the best source for more information including financial aid application forms.
 

National Scholarships and Fellowships
For information on national fellowships and scholarships, visit the Office of National Fellowships for assistance.

MBA Loans Program®

The MBA LOANS® program is the only loan program endorsed by the Graduate Management Admission Council® (GMAC®) as part of the mission to promote access to graduate management education. The MBA LOANS Program is offered by Sallie Mae®, the largest student loan provider in the United States. MBA LOANS® has loaned over $2 billion to MBA students over the life of the program, and it is the largest loan program in the world for MBAs.

Additional financial aid and scholarship resources are available at mba.com.