The Admission Committee assesses each candidate on a number of dimensions including academic performance and professional leadership experience. We seek students with the intellectual and interpersonal abilities to contribute to the classroom experience, to excel academically, and who possess the leadership potential to succeed.
Eligibility for the Miami MBA requires:
A bachelor’s degree (or the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree) from an accredited school. Official transcripts and a foreign credential evaluation (if applicable) must be submitted.
Professional, post-undergraduate work experience outlined in a formal resume. At least two years of full-time experience prior to enrollment is recommended. For dual-degree applicants, experience gained through internships, projects, and leadership roles may be considered.
A competitive GMAT score (GRE considered on a case-by-case basis) and a qualifying score on the TOEFL or IELTS for non-native English speakers.
At least one professional and/or academic letter of recommendation.
A statement of purpose.
Admission interviews are a requirement of the Miami MBA application process for those candidates who meet the program requirements and will be conducted by invitation only after a complete application has been reviewed. Most interviews are conducted with candidates by online platform or in- person.
COVID Updates: Miami Herbert Business School has made the following adjustments to assist current and prospective applicants amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Application Deadline Extension: Through these challenging times, we are committed to supporting you on your path to graduate school and will continue accepting applications on a rolling basis for programs beginning Fall 2020.
GMAT Requirement: The University of Miami Graduate Council has allowed graduate programs to waive the GMAT test requirement for Fall 2020 admissions due to COVID-19. For candidates that have dedicated time and resources in preparing for the GMAT (or GRE) exam in an effort to strengthen their application, Miami Herbert Business School will accept official scores earned through the GMAT Online test or the GRE General Test at Home.
English Proficiency: Due to the unavailability of the TOEFL and IELTS in certain markets due to COVID-19, the University of Miami Graduate School and Miami Herbert Business School, will, effective immediately, begin to accept the Duolingo English Test to fulfill the English proficiency exam required for admission. Duolingo English Test scores will be accepted for Fall 2020 and Spring 2021 admissions only. The minimum score required for Miami Herbert Business School is 115. Exams taken from July 15, 2019, onward are acceptable.
Round | Application Deadlines |
Round 1 | October 15 |
Round 2 | January 15 |
Round 3 | March 1 |
Final | May 1 |
UPDATE: Miami Herbert Business School has extended the final deadline due to COVID-19 and will continue to accept applications on a rolling basis for programs beginning Fall 2020. |
Be sure to review the complete details below regarding each requirement and our quick video tutorial, How to Apply to Miami Herbert Business School Using BusinessCAS.
Step 1: Review program and application requirements
Application Instructions: Before you begin your application to the Miami MBA program, please make sure to read all the application instructions carefully. While you will be able to add to certain segments on the application (example: test scores) post submission, you will not be able to make revisions once the application has been submitted. Submitting incorrect information on your application or failure to include details can delay the admission review process.
You should also use the months leading up to the deadline to complete the following steps:
Step 2: Complete the Online Application
Electronic applications are hosted by BusinessCAS. After you have read all instructions carefully, please complete the online application. We also recommend you review our video tutorial, How to Apply to Miami Herbert Business School Using BusinessCAS.
You may only apply to up to two programs per term. Applications to the additional programs in a single term will not be considered.
Step 3: Pay Your Application Fees
The application fee is $48 for all graduate business programs.
Step 4: Providing Program Materials
In addition to transcripts and test scores, Miami Herbert’s Graduate Business Programs require supplemental materials may include (but are not limited to) items such as resume, statement of purpose, and recommendations, etc.
Please refer to the instructions on the “Program Materials” quadrant on the online application to verify the supplemental materials needed and how to submit. All documents should be uploaded or sent to BusinessCAS directly.
You will receive a 9-digit number referred as a C-Number via email within 3-5 business days after you submitted the online application. Please keep this ID on record and make sure to include it in all your communication with the Miami Herbert Business School. It is important to note that your 9-digit C-Number is different from the BusinessCAS ID you will receive when you begin your application. The BusinessCAS ID is only required for technical support during the application process and is not issued by the university.
Step 5: Submit Your Official Transcripts
Request official sealed transcripts from all previously attended US institutions to be sent to BusinessCAS.
International Transcripts: Request official evaluation of transcripts from all previously attended non-U.S. institutions to be sent to BusinessCAS as follows: Use the World Education Services (WES) link in the Academic History section of the application to order your official WES evaluation.
Transcripts may mailed directly to:
BusinessCAS Transcripts Processing Center
P.O. Box 9221
Watertown, MA 02471
Step 6: Submit Your Official Test Scores
A recent score (less than 5 years old) of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or, on a case-by-case basis, the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) must be submitted.
International Applicants: Applicants who did not receive a high school diploma or bachelor’s degree in the United States or a foreign country where English is not the primary language must submit a TOEFL score or IELTS score.
Please make sure to include your test scores or the date you plan to take the exam. Once you submit your application, you will also be able to return to it in order to add additional test scores if you take these tests afterwards.
Only test scores received electronically from the testing service are considered official.
Step 7: Track Your Application Status
Our admission processing center receives a high volume of materials during the peak admission period (November through May). During these months, please allow approximately 7-10 business days from the date of receipt of your official academic records to process these documents and match them to your application in our database.
Graduate applicants are responsible for properly submitting all items required for review and responding promptly to requests for additional materials or information. Once you submit your application, all notifications regarding missing transcripts and other materials required to complete our evaluation will be emailed to you. Therefore, it is important that you regularly check the email address you provided on the application. Please note: You will not receive confirmation emails when specific materials have been received, but only when we are requesting additional materials.
Step 8: View Your Decision
While the Office of Graduate Business Admission processes all graduate applications, admission decisions are ultimately made by the program to which you have applied. Once the admission committee for the Miami MBA has completed the review process, you will receive an email notification from the Office of Graduate Business Admission informing you that a decision has been made.
The length of time required to make a decision varies by the size of the applicant pool. Most applicants to the fall term receive decision notifications by June. Most applicants to the spring term receive decision notifications by December.
When you receive your decision notification, follow the instructions on the email to register for and view your decision in Canelink.
Kim Migoya is the Associate Director of Graduate Business Admissions. Kim joined the University of Miami community in 2014. With nearly 10 years of higher education experience, Kim has a passion for guiding students through the admissions process and seeing candidates reach their full potential. Kim earned her MBA from the Miami Herbert Business School in 2018. Her most memorable experience from the MBA program was the connections she made with her peers and the growth of her network.
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