Admissions
Texas MBA at Dallas/Fort Worth Admissions Criteria
The admissions committee reviews applications on an individual basis, looking
at both quantitative and qualitative aspects of an applicant’s professional
and academic background. In reviewing applications, the committee seeks to
assess an individual’s potential for academic success and future professional
growth. Those candidates who appear to be most competitive for admission will
be invited to interview with the director of the MBA at Dallas Fort Worth program.
Characteristics of a Strong Application
Admission is competitive and like all McCombs MBA programs, is based on a
candidate’s academic record, GMAT score, work experience, essays and interview
with special attention to test scores, GPA, personal essays, work history,
letters of recommendation, extracurricular and community activities, honors
and achievements. Characteristics that add to the diversity of the class may
also be considered, such as background, multi-lingual skills, culture and
socioeconomic history. Admissions criteria for the Texas MBA at Dallas/Fort Worth are equal
to that of the other MBA programs offered by the UT Austin Graduate School
of Business. Prospective MBA at Dallas Fort Worth program candidates should have a minimum
of two years work experience since earning an undergraduate degree. The typical
competitive applicant scores between a 600 and 750 and on their GMAT and has an
upper-division undergraduate GPA between 2.5 and 4.0.
The selection of candidates for the Texas MBA at Dallas/Fort Worth program is based on the following considerations:
- Does the candidate demonstrate the capacity to do outstanding academic work at the graduate level?
- Does the candidate bring significant managerial or professional experience from which his or her classmates will benefit?
- Will the candidate ultimately reach a position of greater responsibility and will Texas MBA at Dallas/Fort Worth genuinely enhance his or her career?
- Is the candidate capable of making and sustaining a two-year commitment to a rigorous MBA program?
Texas MBA at Dallas/Fort Worth compared to other McCombs MBA Programs:
| Admissions Requirements | Requires
accredited 4 year undergrad degree Requires 2 years of work experience Requires the GMAT |
| Expected Typical Competitive Applicant | Requirements
will be equal to other McCombs MBA programs. Typical GMAT Range: 600-750 Typical GPA Range: 3.0 - 4.0 |
| Class Schedule | Fridays
(4 pm - 8:30 pm) Saturdays (8 am - 5:30 pm) Every other weekend One-week Austin Intensive Course each Fall semester Global Study Tour in the first Spring semester |
| Curriculum | 48 Credit-Hours: 2 one-week-long Austin Intensive Courses; Capstone Integrative, Global Study Tour |
| Length of Program | 22 months:
5 consecutive semesters August 2007- June 2009 |
| Student Representation | Primarily Dallas/Ft. Worth metro area |
| Study Groups | Study groups outside of class |
| Location | Classes with be held at the Hilton Anatole |
| Tuition | The program
costs for the Texas MBA at Dallas/Fort Worth for the class entering in August 2007 is
$79,500.
This includes:
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Work Experience
MBA applicants must have a minimum of two years full-time post-undergraduate
work experience. The admissions committee is especially interested in the
professional skills-including computer and other technical skills applicants
have developed during their careers.
Undergraduate and previous graduate achievements: MBA at Dallas Fort Worth has no mandatory
minimum grade point average. For admission purposes, the University calculates
a GPA using undergraduate, upper- division (junior and senior- level) coursework
and any completed graduate work. MBA at Dallas Fort Worth does not require prior coursework
in management or business administration. The ranking and reputation of the
applicant’s undergraduate institution may be taken into consideration, as
will extracurricular involvement during one’s undergraduate experience.
Interviews
All applicants admitted into the MBA at Dallas Fort Worth program will be interviewed by
the Director of the program; however, not all applicants will be invited for
an interview. An MBA at Dallas Fort Worth staff representative will contact applicants via
e-mail or phone to set up interview dates and times. To be interviewed, the
application must be completed as defined by the application checklist. Incomplete
applications cannot be evaluated and may encounter processing delays that
could affect the admission decision. It is the responsibility of each applicant
to monitor the status of his/her application.
Pre–Enrollment Expectations
Prior to enrollment, applicants should possess competency in at least three
areas:
- Basic business calculus (not required but recommended)
- Computer spreadsheet applications
- The English language
Applicants whose native language is not English may be asked to demonstrate
language competency beyond the submission of a TOEFL score.
Special Considerations
Most application materials are kept for one calendar year. Applicants reapplying
must submit new university application forms, a new resume, essays, and the
application processing fee. Additional letters of recommendation and test
scores are not required, but may be submitted. Transcripts must be re-submitted
only if additional coursework has been taken since the last application. International
students must obtain an updated statement of financial support.
