The application deadline for the online MBA programs at Syracuse University (Whitman), a private school, is rolling. Ninety-four percent of students are already employed when they first enroll. For these programs, all of the online classes are recorded and archived. Students should also note that the online MBA programs at Syracuse University (Whitman) are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the gold standard of business school accreditation.

About the Online MBA Degree Program

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MBA@Syracuse offers students everywhere access to the full-time Whitman MBA program. Whitman’s award-winning faculty teach MBA@Syracuse classes on a live, online platform, and MBA@Syracuse graduates receive the same Whitman degree as on-campus students. The curriculum blends a foundation in core business principles, specialized study in an area of concentration, and hands-on domestic and international residencies.

2021 MBA Program Quick Stats

ENROLLMENT1,207TUITION PER CREDIT$1,683APPLICATION DEADLINERolling

Syracuse University (Whitman) Rankings

Syracuse University (Whitman) is ranked No. 35 out of 295 in Best Online MBA Programs. Schools are ranked according to their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence.

• #35in  Best Online MBA Programs (tie)
• #20in  Best Online MBA Programs for Veterans (tie)
• #16in  Best Online Business Analytics MBA Programs (tie)

Best Online Programs Ranking Indicators

See how this program stacks up against 294 others, based on factors used in the U.S. News methodology.

Faculty Credentials and Training rank

219

Faculty Credentials and Training score

80

Services and Technologies rank

68

Services and Technologies score

67

Engagement rank

69

Engagement score

78

Student Excellence rank

56

Student Excellence score

69

Expert Opinion score (out of 5)

3.5

MBA Program Data

Applying to Syracuse University (Whitman)

Application (Fall 2021)

Application deadline (U.S. residents)

Rolling

Application deadline (international students)

Rolling

Notification of admissions

Data appear as submitted by school

N/A

Same admissions standards are used for all online programs

N/A

Sometimes denies admittance to qualified applicants

Yes

Admits applicants living abroad

Yes

Admissions & Enrollment

Applicants

653

Accepted

546

New entrants

310

Acceptance rate

84%

Average undergraduate GPA

3.1

Entrants providing undergraduate GPA

99%

Average GMAT score

589

Entrants providing GMAT scores

2%

Average GRE score breakdown

• 150 verbal
• 155 quantitative
• 4.8 analytical writing

Entrants providing GRE scores

1%

Students with prior work experience

100%

Average months work experience of new entrants

138

Requirements

Application essay required

Yes

Standardized test policy

GMAT or GRE required with exceptions

Letters of recommendation

2

Letters of recommendation from professional contacts

1

Business-related work experience requirement

No

Business-related undergraduate degree requirement

No

Business-related undergraduate course work requirement

No

TOEFL required for international students

Yes

Minimum TOEFL score required

Paper 80, Internet 100

Academic factors

Undergraduate institution

Considered

Class rank

Not Considered

Undergraduate GPA

Very Important

Undergraduate field of study

Considered

Recommendation(s)

Important

Standardized test scores

Considered

Non-academic factors

Application essay

Very Important

Interview

Not Considered

Work experience

Very Important

Character/personal qualities

Important

First-generation college student

Not Considered

Alumni/alumnae relations

Not Considered

Geographical residence

Not Considered

Applicant’s interest level

Very Important

syracuse university mba requirements

Syracuse University MBA Full-Time Admission Requirements

The Syracuse University MBA program admission is highly selective. Applicants who meet the minimum criteria of the Syracuse University MBA program are not automatically admitted to the program.

To be considered for admission, a Syracuse University MBA program applicant must possess at a minimum:

• A U.S. bachelor’s degree or it’s equivalent from an accredited college or university
• Completed application
• Recommended minimum GPA is 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• GMAT or GRE exam*
  • Recommended minimum GMAT score is 600. The 2020 entering class average was 618.
  • For those with GRE scores, you can convert them to GMAT through the website.
  • Program code for GMAT is NG0-SB-40
  • Institution code for GRE is 2823
    
• English exam (for international students)
  • Minimum total score for TOEFL is 100, IELTS Academic 7.0, Duolingo English Test 120
  • Preferred speaking score for TOEFL is 24, IELTS 7.5
  • Institution code for TOEFL is 2823, department code is 02 if required.
  • IELTS: Please contact the test center directly where you took the test and request that your official test scores be sent electronically using the IELTS system. All IELTS test centers worldwide are able to send scores electronically to our institution.
    • E-download Account Name: Syracuse University-Graduate Admissions
    • E-download Account Address: Graduate Admission 716 E. Washington St. Suite 600 Syracuse NY 13210-1572

*GMAT/GRE waivers are available for the 2021 admission cycle. To be considered for a GMAT/GRE Waiver, applicants should contact the Whitman Masters Programs Admissions Team at busgrad@syr.edu. Applicants that do submit a score may improve their chances of being admitted, as well as increase their opportunity for a competitive merit-based scholarship.

Work experience is preferred, but not required for admission. We do accept qualified candidates without work experience who possess, among other criteria, exceptionally strong academic backgrounds, demonstrated leadership, and a strong potential for success in business.

No formula is employed in admission decision-making. Candidates are evaluated individually, with special consideration given to professional experience and accomplishments, including the potential for career growth and advancement. Other factors considered are the candidate’s prior academic success, the GMAT exam, and communication skills as evidenced in the application essays.

Historically, one of the Syracuse University MBA program’s greatest strengths has been the diversity of its student body. We continue to seek candidates with diverse racial, ethnic, social, academic, and professional backgrounds and career goals.