George Washington University

• Current résuméRequired

  List your entire work history including start and stop dates; upload it in the Employment History section of the online application.

• Statement of Purpose (no more than 500 words)Required

  Statement of Purpose: in no more than 500 words, describe how this program fits into your professional life and your career objectives.

• Transcripts from all colleges and universities attendedRequired

  Upload copies of transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended, whether or not the program was completed. Unofficial transcripts are accepted for review; official copies are required if admitted. No screenshots, photos or 'student view' downloads. Institutions outside the U.S.: a course-by-course credential evaluation from a NACES member (e.g. ECE, IEE, JS&A, TEC, WES), combined with English-translated transcripts in one PDF; the application is not reviewed until it is received and approved. Indian transcripts: individual semester mark sheets.

• One letter of recommendation

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

  One letter of recommendation

  One letter of recommendation from a professional and/or academic reference (program page). The application guide says one official letter is required by the School of Business unless the specific program mandates two or more; the portal emails your recommender once you enter their contact information.

  MS in Business Analytics (MSBA) ↗

  Two letters of recommendation (Bulletin)

  The program's Bulletin page (linked from the program page) says two official letters of recommendation are required, from an individual in a position to appraise the applicant's potential for graduate study (i.e. Manager, Professor, Mentor or etc.).

  Master of Science in the Field of Business Analytics (STEM) ↗
• GMAT or GREOptional

  GMAT (optional; or GRE): No GRE or GMAT is required. However, applicants who feel their test scores strengthen their candidacy are welcome to submit them.

  GRE (optional; or GMAT): No GRE or GMAT is required. However, applicants who feel their test scores strengthen their candidacy are welcome to submit them. GRE code 5246 (application guide).

• Duolingo English TestIf 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.

  Duolingo English Test

  Minimum: 115. Scores may not be more than two years old. 125 with no individual score below 110 also exempts you from EAP courses.

  Master's Program Application Guide ↗

  Duolingo English Test (Bulletin minimum)

  Bulletin minimum: score of 110 or higher; scores should be sent to GW School of Business.

  Master of Science in the Field of Business Analytics (STEM) ↗
• 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

  Minimum: 6.5 overall with no individual score below 5.5. Scores may not be more than two years old. 7.0 with no individual score below 6.0 also exempts you from EAP courses.

  Master's Program Application Guide ↗

  IELTS (Bulletin minimum)

  Bulletin minimum (spelled 'IETLS' on the page): score of 6.0 overall with no individual score below 5.0.

  Master of Science in the Field of Business Analytics (STEM) ↗
• PTE AcademicIf 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.

  PTE Academic

  Minimum: 59. Scores may not be more than two years old. At least 68 also exempts you from EAP courses.

  Master's Program Application Guide ↗

  PTE Academic (Bulletin minimum)

  Bulletin minimum: score of 53 or higher on the PTE Academic Test.

  Master of Science in the Field of Business Analytics (STEM) ↗
• TOEFLIf 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

  Minimum: 81 on the original TOEFL iBT or 550 paper-based; 4.0 on the new TOEFL (scoring starting January 21, 2026). Scores may not be more than two years old; institution code 5246. At least 100 iBT / 600 paper-based / 5 on the new TOEFL also exempts you from English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.

  Master's Program Application Guide ↗

  TOEFL (Bulletin minimum)

  Bulletin minimum: score of 80 on the Internet exam (iBT) or 550 on the paper exam. Institutional code 5246.

  Master of Science in the Field of Business Analytics (STEM) ↗

Who can apply

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institutionRequired

  Listed first under 'Here's what you'll need': a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. No minimum GPA (application guide FAQ).

• Calculus I or AB CalculusRequired

  All applicants must have completed Calculus I or AB Calculus.

• Calculus II or BC CalculusRequired

  All applicants must have completed Calculus II or BC Calculus.

• Linear/Matrix/Finite AlgebraRequired

  All applicants must have completed Linear/Matrix/Finite Algebra. The same list ends with 'Acceptable Substitutes: Differential Equations, Mathematical Physics, Econometrics' (the page doesn't say which course they substitute for).

• Basic programming in Python or a comparable language (preferred)Optional

  Basic programming knowledge in Python or a comparable language is preferred but not required. FAQ: a preparatory boot camp is available and highly recommended.

• Online course in R (expected of students)Optional

  Students are expected to complete an online course on R as a prerequisite. The page doesn't say when it must be completed.

• StatisticsRequired

  All applicants must have completed Statistics (Introduction to Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability and Statistics, or Business Statistics).

• Essay 1 · Required · 500 wordsIn no more than 500 words, describe how this program fits into your professional life and your career objectives.

  In no more than 500 words, describe how this program fits into your professional life and your career objectives.