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At Culverhouse's Manderson Graduate School of Business there is a business graduate program to fit your personal and professional needs. With a focus on personal touch, flexibility, and innovative and experiential learning, it is easy to see why Manderson matters.
The Manderson Graduate School of Business housed in the Culverhouse College of Commerce offers the flagship two-year MBA, eight different specialized master’s degrees and the Executive MBA. Earn a business master’s in nine months to two years on one of the most beautiful campuses or study online while continuing your career. Either way, you will gain a high return on your investment. Most programs welcome any undergraduate major. Our network of over 7,000 alumni, faculty and staff are ready to welcome you into the Manderson family.
See below for MBA and Specialized Master's admissions details!
Getting Started with MBA Admissions
- Deadlines
We have rolling admissions, so we make admissions decisions as applications are completed. Applications completed by Priority Deadlines are given priority for merit-based scholarships and graduate assistantships. The admissions committee highly recommends applying by March for the best opportunity for admission.
First Priority Deadline: January 5
Second Priority Deadline: February 15
Regular Deadline: April 15 - Application Fee
$65 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents
$80 for international students
See our website for waiver info...
- Official GMAT or GRE Scores
2016 Average GMAT 674 (range of 600+)
2016 Average GRE 306 (minimum 300)
- Official Undergraduate Transcripts
Average Undergraduate GPA 3.57 (minimum 3.0)
Additional transcripts information can be found here.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
- Statement of Purpose Essay
What is a Statement of Purpose? Also called the statement of intent, this required Supporting Document is where you share your story of why an MBA from Alabama is the best fit for you. It is ideally two pages (1.5 or double spaced) on the following:- What lead to your decision to pursue a Manderson MBA?
- Your potential contributions to Manderson & assets you will bring to the class
- Areas of improvement
- Your concentration(s) interests
- Potential career aspirations
- Resume
A professional one-page resume should be uploaded. For those with substantial work experience, subsequent pages are allowed. - Three Recommendation Letters
- International Applicant Requirements: Visit the Graduate School catalog for detailed requirements.
Investment: MBA Cost per credit hour:
Alabama Resident: $507.77
Non-Resident: $1,035.09
*estimates include the cost of tuition and fees for 2016-2017, and an annual increase is expected.
Getting Started in The Specialized Masters Programs
What is the master plan for your career? Whether your plan involves entrepreneurship or a Fortune 500 company, post-graduate studies, or switching careers, the Manderson Graduate School of Business offers one-year degrees in Accounting, Tax Accounting, Economics, Applied Statistics, Finance, Marketing, Operations Management, and Management. Select your program and be prepared to learn from world-renowned faculty in state-of- the-art facilities.
Most of our master’s programs do not require a business undergraduate degree. The MAcc and the MTA do require either a Bachelor’s in Accounting (preferred) or prerequisite accounting courses.
How do I apply?
UA Graduate School Application The University of Alabama Graduate School provides an online application. A checklist will be provided to guide you through the process and assist you with required materials.
What is required in order to apply?
- A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
- Transcripts from all colleges attended.
- A Statement of Purpose outlining your reasons for desiring the degree.
- An up-to-date Resume.
- 2-3 Letters of Recommendation (varies by degree).
- An official GMAT or GRE score.