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• MBA in Business Analytics
• MBA in Innovation Management
• MBA in Organizational Leadership
• MBA in Supply Chain & Logistics Management
• Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics

You can find more information about our Portland programs here.

• MBA in Business Analytics
• MBA in Innovation Management
• MBA in Supply Chain & Logistics Management
• MBA in Corporate Finance
• MBA in Research Thesis
• Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics

You can find more information about our Corvallis programs here.

• MBA in Organizational Leadership (available beginning Fall 2017)

• MBA in Business Analytics
• MBA in Organizational Leadership

All tracks for the MBA programs are either 45 (accelerated) or 60 credits (standard) in length. The minimum amount of time it takes to complete a degree in Corvallis programs is 9 months with a fall term start. The minimum amount of time it takes to complete a degree fully online or via our hybrid Portland and Bend program is 21 months with a fall start. The length of time to complete may vary per student.

• Students who have earned an undergraduate business degree from an AACSB- or EQUIS-accredited institution or business minor from OSU within the past 10 years may be eligible to participate in our accelerated program.
• International students who have completed the INTO OSU Graduate Business Pathway program are eligible for the accelerated program.

Absolutely. You can enroll in our fully online MBA program, and receive the same degree as our online students.

If you are looking for the flexibility of an online program with the added value of face-to-face meetings, our hybrid programs (available in Portland and Bend) provide you with the opportunity to complete your degree with a combination of online content and in-person sessions. Coursework is completed 80% online and 20% in-person. Each course has two required in-person sessions per term during weeks one or two and weeks nine or ten. The in-person sessions are on weeknights in Portland and Saturdays in Bend. Students requiring an international student visa are not eligible for our hybrid programs. Additionally, all Core 1 coursework is currently offered fully online.

• Portland: In-person classes are held at the Collaborative Life Sciences Building in the South Waterfront neighborhood. Classes are typically held on Mondays through Thursdays evenings from 6 to 9 pm.
• Bend: In-person classes are held at Tykeson Hall (1500 SW Chandler Avenue) on the Oregon State University Cascades Campus. Classes are held on Saturdays.

• OSU has three terms (called “quarters”) each academic year (Fall, Winter, Spring). Classes are 10 weeks of instruction plus one week for finals (for comparison, semester systems typically have two 15-week terms in their academic year).
• OSU also has a Summer term that offers different sessions for classes including accelerated course formats. Most classes meet only during fall, winter, and spring terms.
• Please see the academic calendar that lists the General Catalog & Schedule of Classes for more information.

• The accelerated 45-credit programs start in the Fall term only.
• Students beginning the 60-credit program should plan to start in the Winter, but can start the MBA program any term.
• For more information on term start dates, please visit the academic calendar.
• Our recruiters would be happy to discuss the best term to start your MBA program. Please email mba.info@oregonstate.edu or call 541-737-5510 to schedule an appointment.

Our recruiters would be happy to discuss your options with you. Please contact us to schedule an appointment.

Yes! You can absolutely apply for MBA admissions even if you aren’t majoring in business. Our recruiters would be happy to discuss the MBA program and application process with you. Please contact us to schedule an appointment.

We’d love to talk more about our program and the application process. Please contact us to schedule an appointment or connect with our recruiting staff.

You are required to submit a resume, transcripts, GMAT or GRE scores, and two professional (or academic) references. You can read more about our application process on our admission page.

No work experience is required for the Corvallis, Portland or Bend programs. However, full-time/professional work experience that demonstrates your leadership skills is considered by the admission committee.

You can read more about our selection criteria here.

The Oregon State MBA programs have a series of priority and regular application deadlines. To be considered for admission, all of your application materials must be received by the deadline associated with the application term:

You can see the exact deadlines here. 

• The GMAT (or GRE) is required as a standard for admission for AACSB-accredited schools. There is potential for a waiver.
• The GMAT and GRE offer a standard method of evaluation across academic backgrounds for people seeking admission into an MBA program.
• We accept either the GMAT or the GRE. However, the GMAT is the preferred exam as it is designed specifically for students hoping to pursue an MBA.
• At OSU, we believe that the GMAT and GRE ensure students that they are surrounded by peers in their classes that have met standard high caliber requirements for admission. It’s value-added.
• GMAT and GRE scores are often used as a primary factor in determining scholarships awards.

• The GMAT and GRE websites both contain information on the tests, as well as practice exams, study guides, and information on how to register.
• Your scores are valid for five years.
• If you have taken the exam multiple times, your most recent test date is considered on your application.
• Kaplan has compiled a website with free practice test opportunities specifically for prospective students to the Oregon State MBA programs.
• GMAT preparation may take 2-3 months. GMAC recommends setting aside three months to study for the exam. Research shows that is typically the point at which scores will plateau. Consistency is key when it comes to dedicating your time to reviewing study materials and preparing for the exam.

We do not have minimum score requirements for the GMAT and GRE; however, to be competitive for admission, we recommend:

• GMAT: Total score of 570 or higher, with subscores in at least the 20^th percentile and an Analytical Writing score of 4. GRE score of 315 or higher with Verbal and Quantitative scores in at least the 30^th percentile and Analytical Writing Score of 3.5.

Scores are sent directly to OSU electronically by both testing agencies if you enter OSU’s institutional codes:

• GMAT: Our code is PW4-DR-05
• GRE: Our code is 4586

In some cases we will consider waiving the requirement. Please visit our GMAT/GRE waiver page for more information.

Note that the GMAT/GRE waiver is reviewed with your completed application for admission.

There are some variables in determining cost of tuition. To determine your approximate cost, and for more information. please visit: Tuition & Financial Assistance 

All information about residency factors can be found here.

There are opportunities for financial assistance. For more information, please visit: Tuition & Financial Assistance.

A list of scholarship opportunities available exclusively to international students can be found here.

Yes, we offer several scholarships based on merit, work experience and other specific criteria. We also offer scholarships to OSU alumni who meet our admission criteria. Visit: Tuition & Financial Assistance.

A list of scholarship opportunities available exclusively to international students can be found here.

The College of Business has a Career Success Center with advisors specifically dedicated to working with business students. For more information, please visit: Career & Placement

All resources available to veterans can be found at here.

There are two options for graduate housing on the Corvallis campus.

• Bloss Hall has a floor for only graduate students
• Orchard Court is for students and families

If this interests you, please apply with University Housing and Dining Services as soon as possible. University Housing and Dining Services also offers many helpful tips as you search for off-campus housing can be found here.

A list graduate student resources available at Oregon State University can be found at here.

Please contact the Graduate Business Programs office at osumba@oregonstate.edu or call 541-737-5510.

• TOEFL iBT: 91 total score with a sub score of at least 22 on each section
• TOEFL PBT: 575 and a separate interview to assess speaking will be required
• IELTS: 7 total score with a sub score of at least 6 in each section

For more information on admissions requirements for international students, please visit: OSU Office for International Admissions

• For more information on the TOEFL, please visit: TOEFL Website
• For more information on the IELTS, please visit: IELTS Website

Your scores are valid for two years after the test date.

When you take the test, you will have the opportunity to send your scores to Oregon State University. Oregon State’s ETS code is 4586.

• For more information on sending in your TOEFL scores, please visit: TOEFL Website
• For more information on sending in your IELTS scores, please visit: IELTS Website

• To apply, please visit: International Application
• For further information about International Admissions, or to speak with an international admission advisor, please visit: OSU Office for International Admissions

Yes. A list of all the scholarship opportunities available exclusively to international students can be found online. For more information, please visit: Office of International Admissions

For further information about International Admissions, or to speak with an international admission advisor, please visit: Office of International Admissions.

The International Student Advising Services Office will assist you with your immigration processing and paperwork. To view their contact information as well as their available advising hours, please visit: Office on International Admissions