Admissions Online Overview
Advance your career with a Whitman online MBA or master’s degree. Through a holistic admissions process, we consider each applicant’s academic preparation, professional accomplishments, leadership experience and readiness for graduate study.
The admissions information on this page applies to the following programs:
• Online MBA
• Online M.S. in Professional Accounting
• Online M.S. in Business Analytics
• Online M.S. in Entrepreneurship
• Online M.S. in Supply Chain Management
You can begin your program in the fall, spring or summer.
Applications
Ready to apply? Review the application deadlines for your intended start term, then begin your application.
Applicants typically receive an admissions decision within one to two weeks of completing their application.
Deadlines | Start Term
Fall 2026
Spring 2027
Summer 2027
Application Requirements at a Glance
• Bachelor’s degree or recognized equivalent required; applications reviewed holistically
• Professional experience: generally 18 months of full-time experience for MBA applicants; not required for M.S. applicants
• GMAT or GRE optional for all programs
• One required essay; one optional essay for applicants who wish to provide additional context
• Two letters of recommendation
• Resume or CV
• Unofficial transcripts; official copies required only after admission
• $75 application fee; waivers available for military-affiliated applicants and McNair Scholars
Detailed Application Requirements
Academic Background and Transcripts
All applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution. A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher is generally recommended. As part of our holistic review, applicants with a GPA below 3.0 may still be considered based on graduate coursework, professional experience and progression, leadership, quantitative readiness, military experience and other evidence of academic or professional achievement.
Upload unofficial transcripts from each postsecondary institution attended. If you are admitted, Syracuse University will provide instructions for submitting official academic records before enrollment.
View Syracuse University’s official transcript requirements
Professional Experience
MBA applicants are generally expected to have at least 18 months of full-time professional work experience by the time they begin the program. Work experience is not required for admission to Whitman’s online M.S. programs, although relevant experience may strengthen an application.
Test Scores
GMAT and GRE scores are optional for all Whitman online MBA and M.S. programs. Applicants who do not submit scores will receive full consideration for admission. You may submit a score if you believe it provides additional evidence of your academic readiness.
Submitting Optional Test Scores
GRE: 2823
MBA GMAT: NG0-SB-51
Accounting GMAT: NG0-SB-45
Business Analytics GMAT: NG0-SB-76
Supply Chain Management GMAT: NG0-SB-05
Application Fee
The application fee is $75 and non-refundable. Fee waivers are available for military-affiliated applicants and McNair Scholars.
Essays
One required essay is included in the online application. Applicants may also submit an optional essay to provide additional information or context. Choosing not to submit the optional essay will not disadvantage an applicant.
Letters of Recommendation
Two letters of recommendation are required. We recommend choosing professional references who can speak to your accomplishments, leadership, readiness for graduate study and potential for continued growth. At least one recommendation from a current or former supervisor is preferred when possible.
Resume or CV
Submit a current resume or CV that includes employer names, position titles, dates of employment and key responsibilities or accomplishments. Indicate whether each position was full-time or part-time.
International Applicants
International applicants may also need to provide English-language proficiency results and international academic credentials.
