MMP PROGRAM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Official MMP Application Deadlines
Rolling Admission Starting: October 24, 2008
Admission Deadline: December 8, 2008 (including all paperwork)

Admission Criteria

The MMP requires a baccalaureate degree with a 3.0 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 point scale) from a regionally accredited 4-year college or university.  In the case of international applicants, a successful TOEFL score if English is not the official language in the country of origin or the candidate did not graduate from an American university.  If an applicant‘s cumulative grade point average is below 3.0 in undergraduate or graduate studies, a separate letter must be included with the application packet. This letter, addressed to the Graduate Admissions Committee, should be approximately a page in length and explain the circumstances that contributed to earning grades below the required 3.0 GPA.

The GMAT/GRE exam is also required.  A minimum 550 GMAT score or a minimum 1300 GRE score, with scores being no less than five years old.  If exams are taken more than once, only the top score is taken into consideration.   Your application for the MMP Program will be considered complete only after official GMAT scores have been received.

If you have previously taken the GMAT/GRE but have not had your scores reported to Colorado State, you will need to request that your test results be sent to the University. If you have not taken the GMAT, register to take the test and have the results sent to Colorado State University. You can register on-line or call 1-800-717-GMAT.

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) scores are required for international applicants. An applicant is exempt from the TOEFL requirement if the official language of his or her country is English, or if the student has recently earned a degree from an American university.  A minimum score of 565/227/86 is required on the TOEFL.

International applicants are evaluated on the same admission criteria, with the addition of the TOEFL.  To receive information on taking the TOEFL contact:
TOEFL Services
Educational Testing Service
P.O. Box 6151
Princeton, NJ 08541-6151, USA
http://www.toefl.org
(609) 921-9000

Three recommendations should be solicited from individuals who can objectively comment on your performance in an academic or professional setting. Usually these recommendations are from the applicant's supervisor or manager, co-workers or peers, former professors or other individuals who are able to judge the applicant's strengths as well as on-the-job or academic performance. Applicants are discouraged from using friends and relatives for recommendations.

The recommendation forms may be sent directly to the College of Business in hard-copy or to the applicant for inclusion in the application packet or the signed reference may be sent via fax or the reference may have an electronic signature affixed and emailed.  Please download, forward, and/or print three copies of the Recommendation Form from: College of Business’ Recommendation Form.

Application

The College of Business uses a self-managed application process to allow you more control over the timing and completion of your application. You are requested to complete, gather and submit the application and all supporting documents in one package.  However, documentation that may come in separately are GMAT/GRE score reports, TOEFL score reports (for non-native English applicants), and transcripts from undergraduate and graduate institutions. The Graduate School Application Form will come directly from the Graduate School to the College of Business.

The decision to admit an applicant is based on an evaluation of the candidate's potential for the successful completion of the graduate business program, the ability of the candidate to add to the perspective of the class and the school's ability to accommodate a limited number of students.  A primary goal of the Colorado State University graduate programs is to select a richly diverse set of candidates with various undergraduate/graduate degrees and professional experiences. Applicants with all types of undergraduate backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Transcripts

A complete application packet must include two official transcripts from each college or university you have attended. If credits were transferred to the degree institution from which you received a degree then each and every one of those transcripts must accompany your application packet.

International applicants must submit official transcripts and degree statement with a certified translation into English from each college or university attended. Documents must show courses and final examinations taken, marks received for each year and degree or diploma received.

Note: When you receive your transcripts do not open the envelope in which they arrive. The official transcripts must remain in sealed envelopes and be included with your application packet.

Cover Letter

A cover letter should accompany your application; this letter should address your reasons for pursuing a graduate degree as well as those points from your background and experiences that bring value to the program.