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About the Fox EMBA Admissions Process

A number of factors are taken into account during the admissions process including professional experience, ability to contribute in the classroom, unique skills, aptitude, potential, and managerial skills.

At every point in the application process, our staff is available to answer your questions.

Basic application requirements include:

• Completed application;
• A non-refundable $100 application fee;
• College transcripts (degree and non-degree);
• Current resume;
• Two letters of recommendation;
• Two required essays, and one optional statement. Essay topics are: leadership and statement of goals;
• Official Test Scores: Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT).  Official GMAT test scores taken within the last five years. GMAT score may be waived based on prior academics and/or technical and professional experience); and
• Admissions Interviews are conducted by invitation only, after your application has been submitted.

Other selection factors that the program takes into account include:

• Full-time work experience – the typical Fox EMBA student has an average of 10+ years of work experience, of which 5 years is in a management role
• Potential to assume the responsibilities of senior managerial positions
• Ability and motivation to participate in and contribute to a highly interactive, intense classroom environment
• Time and willingness to make a 16-month personal commitment to attend classes and to participate in program-related activities
• Agreement by your employer to allow you to attend classes on scheduled Fridays

Applications can be conveniently completed online. All transcripts, recommendation forms, and GMAT scores must be sent separately to the address below:

Executive MBA Admissions
Fox School of Business
1801 Liacouras Walk
701 Alter Hall (006-22)
Philadelphia, PA 19122