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EMBA Admissions

Application Timetable
Application Deadline Notification Date
June 15, 2009 July 15, 2009
August 15, 2009 September 15, 2009
October 15, 2009 November 15, 2009

Admission is closed for the class beginning in January 2010. Applications for the class beginning in January 2011 will be accepted starting in March 2010. Deadlines above are tentative and subject to change. Final admissions deadlines and Information Session dates will be posted in January.

Early Admission Benefits

Early application is advisable, since class size is limited and qualified applicants are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Benefits of early admission:

  • Discuss financial aid options with the MBA Financial Aid Coordinator
  • Interact with EMBA faculty and alumni
  • Receive pre-program materials early and take advantage of the extra lead time to prepare for the program
  • Attend admitted student events and get to know your EMBA classmates

See Also:

Application ProcessRequirementsInformation Sessions Financial Aid and ScholarshipsTuitionFAQsAdditional Resources

Application Process

  1. Email us your resume so we can help you assess if you would be a strong candidate for admission to the EMBA program.
  2. View the online application and application checklist.
  3. Attend an admissions event and class, if possible, and use this as an opportunity to experience EMBA firsthand, as well as ask any questions you have.
  4. Start looking into financial sponsorship. To help you approach your organization about supporting your Executive MBA experience, we've prepared a document that articulates the benefits of the program—for both them and you. Download the sample memo.
  5. Have your sponsor contact us if they want a visit from us.

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Requirements

The admissions committee selects Executive MBA class members with diverse skills and backgrounds, all of whom:

  • Have 10+ years of work experience
  • Are experienced managers or senior professionals
  • Continue to work full-time
  • Represent diverse industries and professional backgrounds

Not sure if you qualify for the EMBA program? Email us your resume, and we'll be happy to review it and get back in touch.

Required Application Materials

  • Executive MBA application
  • Letter of organizational sponsorship
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Organizational chart
  • Official copies of all university-level transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
  • Letter of introduction
  • $125.00 Application fee
  • Résumé
  • Essay (included in online application)
  • Photo (in electronic format)

Download EMBA application checklist

Once all application materials have been received, the Admissions Committee will contact candidates about scheduling a personal interview.

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Information Sessions

We encourage prospective candidates to visit the School of Management to experience the Executive MBA Program firsthand. The EMBA Admissions team provides ample opportunities for you to visit:

Attend an Information Session

The vast majority of previously admitted students attended an information session; it's the best way to get a feel for the program and determine if it is right for you.

Saturday Information Sessions coincide with a current class in session, and include:

  • An informal breakfast with prospective EMBA classmates
  • An overview of the program features, curriculum and benefits
  • The opportunity to hear from accomplished EMBA alumni
  • Optional Lunch with current EMBA participants
  • The chance to visit an EMBA class in session and meet the faculty
  • The opportunity to ask any program or admissions questions you might have.
Upcoming EMBA Information Sessions
Date Time Room Register
Information Sessions will resume in May 2010
 
 

Visit a Class Session

We invite you to learn about the EMBA experience firsthand by attending a class with current EMBA students. Please contact the EMBA Program Office by phone at 617-353-8470 or e-mail to receive a class schedule.

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Financial Aid and Scholarship

Graduate education is a significant investment in your future. Although the returns are immeasurable, business school is a venture that should be planned carefully and strategically. The long-term financial obligation of graduate education requires sound budget planning. We encourage you to begin preparation far in advance of applying. Our goal is to help you reach your educational goals by assisting and guiding you through your financial aid process.

For EMBA students who are paying in part or whole for their own tuition, there are two alternatives for financing:

  • Federal Direct Stafford Loans
  • Alternative Financing Options

For more information see Financing Your Education.

Federal Direct Stafford Loans

The Federal Direct Stafford Loan Program provides low-interest loans to US citizens and US permanent residents pursuing graduate education. The maximum loan eligibility is $20,500 per academic year.

Alternative Financing Options

US citizens, permanent residents, and international students can finance business school with private education loans.  US citizens and permanent residents who qualify as credit-worthy do not require cosigners. International students, however, must apply with a creditworthy US citizen or permanent resident with a US-based address.

 

Additional Information on Financing Your Education

 

Dean's Scholarships

The Boston University Executive MBA Program will award Dean’s Scholarships for incoming EMBA students.  Selection for these Dean’s Scholarships is highly competitive and will be based on merit and/or need.  Academic and career achievements will also be considered with preference given to those who are self-financing some or all of their EMBA education.

To be eligible for these scholarships, you must include an additional essay with your application. Contact the EMBA office for scholarship application requirements.

 

Still Have Questions on Financing?

Contact the Graduate Programs Office at (617) 353-3584.

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Tuition

Total cost for the 23rd Executive MBA class, beginning January 2010, is:

Semester Cost
Fall 2009 $3,000
Spring 2010 $21,000
Summer 2010 $16,500
Fall 2010 $20,000
Spring 2011 $19,000
Total $79,500

This total cost includes:

  • Tuition and fees
  • Books, software, and class materials
  • Breakfasts, lunches, and select dinners
  • Lodging and parking
  • Optional preprogram review course
  • Special events
  • International seminar (exclusive of airfare)

Additional information concerning program tuition can be found in Financing Your Education.

Please note: Federal regulations do not permit a student to borrow more than total cost of education. If you have extenuating circumstances that warrant consideration, please consult the Graduate Programs Office.

Boston University School of Management reserves the right to change without notice any policies concerning, but not limited to, its rules, tuition, fees, curricula, and courses.

Massachusetts law requires all students who are carrying 75 percent of the full-time curriculum to have medical insurance. Students who cannot demonstrate coverage under a qualifying medical insurance plan must purchase the University's student health insurance plan. The cost of medical insurance for the 2008-2009 academic year was $1,466.

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Additional Resources

Please feel free to contact the Executive MBA Program Office at (617) 353-8470 with any questions about the application process.

Other resources:

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