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Program Basics
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When did the MBA begin?
The University of Baltimore has delivered a quality MBA since 1971.
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How many students are in the MBA?
As of fall 2015, there were 483 students in the MBA.
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When are classes offered? What time are classes offered?
Since 80 percent of our students are working professionals, all of our classes are offered in the evenings and online. There are no daytime classes.
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Who enrolls in the MBA?
Eighty percent of our students are full-time working professionals with an average of five years of work experience. They come from a wide array of industries and professions, and most reside in the state of Maryland.
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Can I really complete the entire MBA online?
Yes. You can take all of your MBA courses online and never set foot in the classroom, if that’s the way you’d like to earn your degree. It's up to you.
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Can I take all of my MBA courses on campus in a classroom? I don’t want to take any courses online.
Yes. You can take all of your MBA courses on campus without taking any courses online.
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Can I take a combination of online and on-campus courses?
Yes. In fact, most of our students take a combination of online and on-campus instruction.
Application Process
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What is the deadline for my application?
Please visit the application deadline page for a list of dates.
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How much is the application fee?
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Should I send in any application materials I have immediately, or should I wait until I have all necessary application materials and mail them together?
The admission committee will consider only complete application files, and you must have a complete file on record at least two weeks prior to the start of the next session.
Applying early is always your best bet; at the very least, you are strongly encouraged to submit all application materials before the deadline. If you apply late, courses you wish to take may be full by the time you’re admitted and eligible to register.
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If I apply late, can I still start taking classes?
You are strongly encouraged to submit all of your application materials before the deadline. However, we likely will process applications up to two weeks before the start of the semester. Please remember: The closer you are to the start of the session, the slimmer your chances will be of getting the classes you want. -
What about GMATs?
We are a GMAT optional program. You do not need to submit GMAT or GRE scores to be admitted into the MBA program. However, we will accept exceptional GMAT scores as part of your admission package and as an evaluation element for the Dean's MBA Scholarship.
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Do I need to have work experience to be admitted to the MBA program?
Work experience is not a requirement for admission. Although the majority of our students are full-time working professionals with an average of five years of work experience, we do admit many highly qualified recent college graduates.
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I’m an international student. Can I still apply if I’ve missed the deadline?
International students must allow additional time in the admission process to obtain the appropriate immigration documents. Please visit the application deadline page for more information.
If you have questions about immigration documentation, please contact the Office of International Admission at 410.837.4777 or intladmission@ubalt.edu for more information.
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I don’t have a business degree. Can I still apply?
Yes. Many of our students don’t have undergraduate business degrees. It simply means that you will start the MBA program by taking the business foundation courses.
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If I start by taking the business foundation courses, am I an MBA student or a “pre-MBA” student?
Even if you begin the program by taking business foundation courses, you’re still a full-fledged MBA student. Feel free to label yourself as an MBA candidate on your resume. -
What should I write about in my personal statement?
Detail your reasons for pursuing an MBA degree, your short- and long-term professional goals, and why you believe an MBA will help you achieve them. -
How long should the essay be?
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How long will it take to receive an admission decision?
Upon completion of your admission file, the decision usually is made within three weeks, and you will receive a letter in the mail. However, you also may check your application status online via the MyUB portal. You will receive an email with your User ID and password for this portal after you submit your admission application.
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Can I meet with someone from the MBA program?
We're here to answer your questions and encourage you to schedule an appointment with an admission counselor. We also will be happy to show you around campus during your visit; formal campus tours are given Mondays through Fridays at 10 a.m. Please call 410.837.6565 to speak with an admission counselor.
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Am I eligible for in-state tuition?
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Do I need to submit an official transcript from each university/college I’ve attended?
Yes. We must receive an official transcript, preferably directly from the institution, representing each college you have attended. You may submit unofficial copies of your transcripts at first. However, if you are admitted to the program, you must have official transcripts on file before you can register for your second semester.
Waiver of Foundation Courses
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Can I have all of the foundation courses waived? What criteria are used to determine if the these courses can be waived?
The business foundation courses can be waived if you have:
-earned a bachelor's degree in business from an AACSB International-accredited school within the last five years
-graduated with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
-earned a C or better in each of the undergraduate course equivalents.
If you've graduated with a bachelor's degree in accounting from an AACSB International-accredited institution, you also will be required to include any missing courses as part of your MBA foundation.
If you did not attend an AACSB International-accredited school or have a cumulative GPA lower than 3.0, an MBA adviser will evaluate each undergraduate course equivalent and waive those courses in which you earned a B or better. Courses being considered for waivers must have been taken within the past 10 years, and you must have graduated within the past five years.
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I graduated fewer than five years ago, but my school wasn’t AACSB International accredited. How can I get the foundation courses waived?
We will look at each of the foundation course equivalents you took as an undergraduate student and will waive the courses in which you received a B or higher. -
My degree is not in business administration; can I still get some or all of the foundation courses waived?
Even if you weren’t a business student, you may be eligible for waivers if you took any of the undergraduate course equivalents. We will look at each of the foundation course equivalents you took and waive the courses in which you received a B or higher. -
I earned my degree slightly more than five years ago; can I still have the foundation courses waived?
In certain situations, we offer a "grace period" when the start of the MBA semester is slightly outside of the five-year window. For example, if you graduated in May 2010 and apply for the spring 2015 semester, we likely will grant course waivers. We also would grant course waivers if you graduated in December 2010 and apply for the spring 2015 semester. An MBA adviser will determine if you qualify for course waivers. -
I am not eligible for course waivers because I graduated more than five years ago. Is there any other way to get some or all of the courses waived?
Prior to your second semester, you may take a waiver exam for any business foundation course not satisfied by the waiver policy. There is no cost for the exam, but it can be taken only once.
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How will I know if I obtain foundation course waivers?
If you are admitted to the MBA program, an MBA adviser will review your transcripts and determine which courses are waived. You will receive a program plan of study that details the courses you need to complete the MBA program requirements.