Qualifications
The Jenkins MBA program seeks applicants who display strong intellectual performance, leadership skills, teamwork orientation and a desire to embrace innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.
Applying to the Jenkins MBA
Acceptance into the Jenkins MBA revolves around a candidate’s overall combination of academics, strengths, and experiences. In addition to test scores, we look for evidence of academic promise from previous undergraduate and graduate work. We also value a candidate’s aptitude for management through full-time employment, volunteer or military experience.
Prerequisites
All applicants must meet the following requirements for admission:
Four-year bachelor’s degree (or US degree equivalent) from a regionally accredited college or university
International students with a three-year bachelor’s degree or transcripts in a language other than English are required to request a course-by-course evaluation, as well as a conversion to a GPA on a 4.0 scale. For more information, please refer to The Graduate School. We recommend evaluations be conducted by World Education Services.
Completion of an undergraduate statistics course with a grade of “C” or better prior to beginning MBA coursework
The statistics course should be equivalent to ST 311 or ST 350. You can determine if you took a class equivalent here. If you need to complete a course, you can view NC State University course options here or you can complete the prerequisite for free through LinkedIn Learning. Please reach out to an admissions team member for more information.
NOTE: You may submit your application before completing the statistics requirement, however, a transcript or certificate indicating completion must be received and reviewed before the beginning of the semester.
Two years of professional work experience*
Two years of full-time, post-baccalaureate professional employment is required for applicants to the Professional Online MBA program.
Work experience waivers may be considered for those with military service or special circumstances.
*This qualification is not required for the Full-time MBA program but is highly recommended.
International Students
International applicants must also meet the following requirements:
Transcripts and Official Documentation
All official transcripts, diplomas, and academic records must be in English or translated into English.
Students with a three-year bachelor’s degree or transcripts in a language other than English must request a course-by-course evaluation, as well as a conversion to a GPA on a 4.0 scale. We recommend World Education Services for course evaluations and assessments. For more information, please refer to The Graduate School.
English Language Proficiency Test Scores
Students who have completed one year or more of full-time study as a degree-seeking student in a US four-year institution are not required to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score.
All other applicants must submit a TOEFL score unless approved for a waiver. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is at least 100 on the internet-based test (250 computer-based) and the minimum IELTS score is at least 7.5. Scores are valid for two years. The institution code is 5496.
Mail official copies of your TOEFL or IELTS score to:
The Graduate School
North Carolina State University
1020 Main Campus Drive, Room 2300A
Campus Box 7102
Raleigh, NC 27695-7102
International applicants should refer to the Policies and Procedures for additional admissions information.
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