Admissions

Welcome!

If you've reached this point, chances are you're contemplating one of our three MBA Program tracks. The info on our website aims to assist you as much as possible. But if you have any questions or think a chat with an admission counselor would be beneficial, feel free to reach out to us to schedule a one on one discussion.

Deciding to pursue an MBA is a big step, and it's important to take your time and reflect on it. As your graduate school advisors, we're here to support you every step of the way. We want to hear your story and help you figure out if the Western MBA Program is the right fit for you. 

If you're intrigued but unsure which program track suits you best, don't worry! We are more than willing to schedule a phone call or an in-person appointment to help you discover the ideal program fit.

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“This program helped me build many technical, financial, and strong networking skills that helped me during my post-graduation job search. My experience in the MBA was very positive.”

Hailey McCoy
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The Application Process

The Western MBA Program invites applicants from diverse educational backgrounds who have graduated from an institution accredited by regional Associations of Schools and Colleges. While no previous business-related coursework is required, success as an MBA at Western Washington University requires logical and analytical reasoning skills as well as the ability to synthesize information and form insightful conclusions.

All application materials that are submitted go directly to the Western Washington University Graduate School. Once ALL materials have been submitted, they are sent to the Western MBA Program for review. The Graduate School will NOT send application materials to the MBA Program until ALL documents have been submitted.

4 Steps to Prepare for Application

  1. Check your eligibility and program requirements first.
  2. Assess your professional and scholarly experience relevant to the program you'd like to apply to. 
  3. Prepare required materials such as unofficial transcripts, your statement of purpose, and writing samples in advance to expedite your process.
  4. Review additional resources for success:

What do you gain from an MBA?

Contemporary business environments demand your commitment and cross-disciplinary expertise. By engaging in aspects of economics, marketing, management, accounting, finance, operations, and global business, you will gain the essential skills and network connections necessary to thrive as an executive.

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Summary of Admission Requirements:

  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0*
  • Professional Resume documenting work experience and career history
  • A Statement of Purpose document that addresses questions/prompts laid out in the application system
  • Unofficial transcripts from every higher education institution attended for academic credit, including transfer credits or study abroad credits but not including credits taken during high school.  Official transcripts will be requested if an admission offer is extended and must be provided before a student matriculates.
  • One reference letter from a professional or academic source. Applicants may submit up to three of these letters if they so choose.
  • Application fee of $100 upon submission of completed application.

*Provisional Pathway to Admission

If a student has a cumulative undergraduate GPA less than 3.0, they may still be eligible for admission, but they must submit the following additional materials in order to complete their application:

  1. Supplementary Essay: this should be added on as an addendum to the Statement of Purpose document and the applicant should address their prior academic experience, and any additional factors that the admissions team should review when considering them for provisional admission.
  2. Admissions Interview: schedule and engage in a remote or in-person interview with a member of the MBA Program Operations team or faculty group.

If a student is granted provisional admission, a faculty member or program administrator of the applicant’s intended graduate program must submit a statement of support for provisional admission to the graduate dean. If provisional admission is authorized by the Graduate School, the provisions are stated in the letter offering the student special admission to graduate study. Additional information about provisional admission is available in the Graduate School section of this catalog.

International Applicants:

  • English language proficiency: you must complete either the TOEFL or IELTS exam and satisfy the minimum score requirement to submit your application. The required scores are as follow: TOEFL (86iBT) and IELTS (7.0).
  • Credential Evaluation by WES or Educational Perspectives
  • Additional information for admitted international students is available on the graduate school website.
  • International students are encouraged to submit applications by February 1 to ensure adequate time for admission decisions and application for student visa.
  • Learn more about graduate school international admissions here

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