Graduate Admission & Aid

Whether you’re planning on becoming a full-time student or would like to pursue your graduate degree while working, we’re here to help make the business school admission process easier. Our students come from diverse backgrounds, and each one brings with them a unique experience that enhances our programs.

Admission Requirements by Program

General Graduate Admission Requirements

In order to be considered for admission to DePaul’s Kellstadt Graduate School of Business, applicants are required to submit the following:

Application & Fee

Apply online and submit a $60 application fee. Online applicants may pay by credit card. Otherwise, fees may be paid by check or money order payable to DePaul University.

Read more about special instructions for international students.

International students who are interested in DePaul's MBA program should only apply for the Full-Time MBA program, starting in the fall academic quarter.

Essay

Applicants to all MBA and MS programs are required to submit an essay detailing their interest and professional goals.

Letter of Recommendation

MBA applicants: Submit one letter of recommendation, preferably from a current or previous employer. Letters may be submitted through the online application or to kgsb@depaul.edu. Be sure to include the name of the recommender and applicant’s name on each letter.

MS applicants: Letters of recommendation are optional for Kellstadt MS degree programs.

Official Transcripts

The DePaul MBA requires official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions that the applicant attended. The admission committee reserves the right to request official transcripts from institutions where an applicant attended but did not complete a degree. Please note that not submitting all transcripts where courses have been completed could impact course waivers. Please contact our admissions committee with questions at kgsb@depaul.edu.

Read more about transcript requirements for international students.

Résumé/Curriculum Vitae

All applicants must also submit a professional résumé that summarizes their work experience and educational background.

Interviews

Interviews are required only for applicants to the Full-Time MBA program. The admission committee may require applicants to other programs to schedule an interview if necessary.

GMAT/GRE Scores

DePaul is test optional for GMAT/GRE scores, but if you choose to submit your score, here’s how:

GMAT information, including test dates, a list of test centers, and applications for the exam, may be obtained at mba.com or by contacting Pearson VUE at (951) 681-3000. Submitted score reports must come directly to DePaul University from Pearson VUE.

GRE information can be obtained at ETS.org. DePaul’s GRE code is 1165.

GMAT or GRE tests taken more than five years prior to the date of application are not considered valid.

Admission Deadlines

  • Full-Time MBA

  • Part-Time MBA

  • Master’s Programs

  • Doctorate in Business Administration

  • Corporate-based Degree and Leadership Development Programs

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Scholarships

<p class="text-blue">Kellstadt awarded more than $3 million to incoming MBA and MS students last year.</p>

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Graduate Open House

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Contact us

Do you have questions about your academic and professional goals? Meet individually with a Kellstadt admission counselor.

Schedule an appointment

Contact us at kgsb@depaul.edu or (312) 362-8810. All application materials should be sent to kgsbdocuments@depaul.edu.