Program Overview
Can I study part-time and work full-time?
The program is strictly a full-time program and we are not able to accommodate part-time students. Aside from coursework, research and independent study require students to be on campus on a full-time basis.
How long does it generally take to complete the program?
Students generally take four to five years to complete the program.
Where do MSU graduates get hired?
Our graduates have accepted faculty appointments at many universities, including:
University of Tennessee
University of Massachusetts
University of Oklahoma
North Carolina State University
Florida State University
Kansas State University
University of New Hampshire
Admissions
What is the deadline for applications?
January 10th to guarantee you receive consideration for an assistantship or fellowship. We begin reviewing applications after January 10th and sometimes again in late March or early April (depending on whether or not positions remain available for the incoming class). All applications reviewed are for an August admission. It is strongly recommended that applications be completed prior to January 10th for full consideration.
Are there minimum GMAT or GRE test scores for successful applicants?
The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is required for admission. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam is required for all international students for whom English is a second language. The average GMAT scores for students entering in the last few years have been in the upper 600s and the average graduate grade point was 3.75 out of 4.0. Applications with a TOEFL score below 250 (computer test) will not be considered.
International students are required to take the TOEFL. The Broad Graduate School of Management specifies a minimum score of 600 total for the paper version or 250 total for the computer version. Scores at or above this minimum will not guarantee admission.
How many applicants do you accept each year?
The number of students admitted to the doctoral program generally varies from one to four.
Financial Aid
What kind of financial aid is available?
All of our students are supported by teaching/research assistantships. There is no separate application for assistantships.
