Fordham University

• Official transcript evaluation (degrees from non-U.S. universities)Required

  Applicants whose undergraduate or graduate degree was earned at a non-U.S. university must also submit an official transcript evaluation from World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or any NACES member. Exceptions: institutions in Canada, Australia, Ireland and the United Kingdom, and certain partner schools (contact admissions).

• Current résuméRequired

  Current Résumé (admissions requirement checklist for all MBA and Specialized Master's degrees).

• Transcripts (unofficial to apply; official if admitted)Required

  Upload unofficial transcripts from the institutions where you earned your bachelor's or master's degree, including any institution whose transfer credits counted toward a degree. If admitted, submit an official transcript with final grades and the degree conferred before the first day of class; you will not be admitted without an official transcript.

• Letter of recommendation (optional)1 letter · recommended, not required

  'You can submit an academic or professional letter of recommendation if you are applying to a Specialized Master's Degree, but it is optional.'

  Optional for Specialized Master's programs: you can submit one academic or professional letter of recommendation. (MBA applicants must submit one professional letter; that rule doesn't apply to the MSBA.)

• GMAT or Executive Assessment, GRE or GMATOptional

  GMAT or Executive Assessment (optional; or GRE): GRE and/or GMAT scores are not required, but candidates can submit them or other supporting evidence to enhance their application. Program page: 'Submission of GMAT/GRE test scores is optional.' GMAT/Executive Assessment school code for the MS in Business Analytics: FMR-X6-96.

  GRE (optional; or GMAT): GRE and/or GMAT scores are not required, but candidates can submit them or other supporting evidence to enhance their application. Program page: 'Submission of GMAT/GRE test scores is optional.' GRE codes: Institution 2429, Department 0000.

• Duolingo English Test, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL iBTIf your degree wasn't taught in EnglishRequired

  Duolingo English Test (recommended score 120): Recommended score: DET 120. Listed under 'Recommended scores' (TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7, PTE 68, DET 120). Report to 'Fordham University - Gabelli School of Business'.

  IELTS (recommended score 7): Recommended score: IELTS 7. Listed under 'Recommended scores' (TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7, PTE 68, DET 120). Report to 'Fordham University - Gabelli School of Business'.

  PTE Academic (recommended score 68): Recommended score: PTE 68. Listed under 'Recommended scores' (TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7, PTE 68, DET 120). Report to 'Fordham University - Gabelli School of Business'.

  TOEFL iBT (recommended score 100): Recommended score: TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) 100. Listed under 'Recommended scores' (TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7, PTE 68, DET 120). TOEFL institution code 7666.

  Waiver / exemption: Required if English is not your native language, unless (1) you've earned an undergraduate or graduate degree at a U.S. college or university, or (2) your education was completed exclusively in English in an English-speaking country (the page links a list of accepted countries). Scores are valid for up to two years from the term of entrance and must be valid when you submit. The school may also evaluate English through an admission interview and an ESL test before classes start.

• IELTSIf your degree wasn't taught in English

  The school’s official pages say this differently. Here is what each one says — check with the school before you rely on it.

  IELTS (recommended score 7)

  Recommended score: IELTS 7. Listed under 'Recommended scores' (TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7, PTE 68, DET 120). Report to 'Fordham University - Gabelli School of Business'.

  Graduate Admissions Requirements ↗

  IELTS (FAQ: minimum required 7.0)

  FAQ: 'Minimum required IELTS: 7.0'. The FAQ names only the TOEFL and IELTS.

  Graduate Admissions FAQs ↗
• TOEFL iBTIf your degree wasn't taught in English

  The school’s official pages say this differently. Here is what each one says — check with the school before you rely on it.

  TOEFL iBT (recommended score 100)

  Recommended score: TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) 100. Listed under 'Recommended scores' (TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7, PTE 68, DET 120). TOEFL institution code 7666.

  Graduate Admissions Requirements ↗

  TOEFL (FAQ: minimum required 100)

  FAQ: 'Minimum required TOEFL: 100'. The FAQ names only the TOEFL and IELTS.

  Graduate Admissions FAQs ↗
• Interview (by invitation)Required

  Applicants are considered for an interview after they submit; 'Interviews are a required part of the application process', and invited applicants are strongly encouraged to sign up as soon as they receive the invitation, but the committee may decide without an interview. 25-30 minutes, with admissions staff, faculty, current students and/or alumni; offered on select days, space permitting; schedule at least 10 days ahead.

Who can apply

• Four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent)Required

  Applicants must hold a four-year bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or an equivalent degree from a foreign country (in some cases, a three-year degree). Seniors may apply with an in-progress transcript including all completed terms.

• Essay 1 · Optional · 150 wordsUse this essay to share information that is not presented elsewhere in your application, e.g. explanation of employment gaps, academic aberrations, quantitative abilities, etc.

  Use this essay to share information that is not presented elsewhere in your application, e.g. explanation of employment gaps, academic aberrations, quantitative abilities, etc.

• Essay 2 · Required · 500 wordsWhy do you want to join the Gabelli School of Business community? Please address the following topics: How will your selected graduate program positively support your plans to advance your career and/or academic development? What practical skills or knowledge do you hope to gain from this graduate program? Why are you choosing to pursue your graduate degree now? How will you contribute to the Gabelli community in and out of the classroom?

  Why do you want to join the Gabelli School of Business community? Please address the following topics: How will your selected graduate program positively support your plans to advance your career and/or academic development? What practical skills or knowledge do you hope to gain from this graduate program? Why are you choosing to pursue your graduate degree now? How will you contribute to the Gabelli community in and out of the classroom?

• Essay 3 · For applicants selecting MSAIB, MSBA, MSF, MSMI, and MSQF in first and alternative choices · 350 wordsDue to the quantitative nature of the program(s) you have selected, can you identify academic courses, professional certifications, or any other additional steps you have taken to demonstrate your ability to be successful in a quantitative academic environment?

  Due to the quantitative nature of the program(s) you have selected, can you identify academic courses, professional certifications, or any other additional steps you have taken to demonstrate your ability to be successful in a quantitative academic environment?