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Full-Time MBA (FTMBA) Admissions

  • Two USC Marshall graduate students.

    Full-Time MBA Admissions

    A full-time two-year MBA program for early career professionals to sharpen business fundamentals, learn to leverage technology for business and societal impact, and empower leadership of global teams. Opportunities for networking and specialization enable students to use the MBA to transform their career.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

  Deadline Decision By
Round 1 October 15, 2026 December 15, 2026
Round 2 January 5, 2027 March 31, 2027
Round 3 March 1, 2027 May 15, 2027
Round 4 April 15, 2027 June 15, 2027
Round 5

Rolling Admissions*

*Applications received after April 15, 2027 will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served and space-available basis.

Application Fee Policy

There is no application fee. We wish to assess every candidate with a serious interest in our program, regardless of the ability to pay an application fee.

Application Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
  • Online application that includes:
    - Professional résumé
    - Essay(s)
    - Copies of official academic transcripts
  • English Proficiency Exam (for international applicants only) - Please review Test Policies section below
  • Standardized Test Scores (if applicable) - Please review Test Policies section below

Test Policies

GMAT/GRE - Submission of standardized test scores (GMAT or GRE) is optional. An applicant may choose to submit a standardized test score as an additional data point for the Admissions Committee to consider. While every application is reviewed holistically, all candidates are expected to demonstrate that they can successfully complete a rigorous course of study. Given this, standardized tests can provide meaningful information related to an applicant’s academic ability.

If you choose to submit a GMAT or GRE score, please have the official score sent to USC using the following institutions codes:

  • GMAT: 389-9C-23
  • GRE: 4852

English Proficiency Exams - Submission of English Proficiency exam (TOEFL or IELTS) results is required for most international applicants (U.S. permanent residents are excluded). Please review the USC English Language Proficiency Policies for details and exemptions. In addition to the exemptions listed on this website, an English Proficiency exam is not required for applicants who received their bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a non-U.S. institution where the sole medium of instruction is English. To qualify for this waiver, candidates must demonstrate through official school documentation (e.g., transcript, diploma, official letter) that the medium of instruction is English. If you are submitting a TOEFL or IELTS score, please have the official score sent to USC using the following:

  • TOEFL: 4852
  • IELTS: University of Southern California

Consortium Applicants

USC Marshall is a proud member of and the first business school on the west coast to join the Consortium for Graduate Study in Management, a continually growing and evolving alliance of some of the world’s leading graduate business schools and business organizations, supported by the strength of an extended network of students and alumni. Prospective MBA students who are interested in supporting The Consortium’s mission of expanding access and increasing representation in business education and leadership by participating in The Consortium’s Orientation Program and ongoing events are encouraged to apply. To apply through The Consortium’s application, a prospective student must be a U.S. citizen/permanent resident/DACA recipient, have a bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited institution upon matriculation, and demonstrate commitment to The Consortium’s mission. Individuals of any race or ethnicity may apply. Visit cgsm.org to learn more.

Connect with Consortium Liaisons

  • Ajani Aaron

    Ajani (Ahj) Aaaron

    Ahj Aaron is an MBA candidate at the USC Marshall School of Business with a background in channel sales, business development, and financial analysis, where he honed his skills at driving revenue growth and managing strategic accounts across the B2B industrial and commercial sectors. He earned his B.B.A. in Marketing from Tennessee State University and is a proud HBCU alum. At Marshall, Ahj serves as President of Black Graduate Business Leaders and VP of Corporate Partnerships for the Graduate Real Estate Association.

  • Cristina Calderon

    Cristina Calderon

    As a proud Mexican-American, Cristina Calderon saw firsthand how barriers like income, language, and citizenship status impacted her family’s ability to access healthcare. That early experience sparked a lifelong dedication to health equity and social impact. While earning her undergraduate degree from UC San Diego in Global Health with a minor in Probability & Statistics, she leveraged her proximity to the U.S.-Mexico border to immerse herself in community health work, supporting individuals experiencing homelessness, food insecurity, substance use, and the asylum-seeking process.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Eligibility

Can I get feedback on my candidacy before applying?
USC Marshall is unable to provide pre-application feedback. We encourage you to review the Class Profile to see how your background compares to previously admitted students.

Is work experience required?
Most of our students have work experience, and we recommend a minimum of 2 years.

Are there any educational prerequisites or specific majors required?
Only a bachelor's degree is needed. All majors are welcome.

Can I apply if I already have an MBA degree?
Yes, but please explain why you are pursuing a 2nd MBA in the optional essay of the application.

I have been denied for the MBA program in a previous year, may I reapply?
You are welcome to reapply. Please use the optional essay to explain any aspects of your application that may have changed since your previous submission.

Do you require letters of recommendation?
No. We neither require nor accept letters of recommendation as part of our admissions process.

Transcripts

Do transcripts need translation if not in English?
USC requires both the original transcript and a translated copy.

Should I mail official transcripts?
You must upload a copy of your official transcript with your application. Refer to instructions here.

Is there a minimum GPA requirement?
There is no minimum GPA required. View the Class Profile to see the average GPA based on a 4.0 scale. International applicants do not need to convert international GPAs to the 4.0 scale.


Test Scores (if submitted)

Is there a minimum GMAT/GRE score required?
No, there is no minimum GMAT/GRE score required. View the Class Profile to see average test scores.

Which test is preferred, GMAT or GRE?
We accept either and encourage you to take the exam you feel most comfortable with in your preparation.

When do I need to send official test scores?
During the application process, you must upload a copy of your official test taker score report to the online application. In addition, you must have the testing service send the official school report to USC using the institution codes provided above.

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The USC Marshall School of Business operates all of its programs and activities, and makes all admissions and scholarship decisions, consistent with the university’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.