Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver
2101 S. University Blvd, Suite 255
Denver, CO 80208
Application Requirements
Admission standards for MBA@Denver match University of Denver’s high standards for excellence, and are the same as for on-campus programs. All applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university and a minimum of 24 months of full-time professional work experience, with 36 months preferred.
The minimum undergraduate GPA for admission consideration for graduate study at the University of Denver is a cumulative 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for the last 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits (approximately two years of work) for the baccalaureate degree. An earned master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution supersedes the minimum standards for the baccalaureate.
Upcoming Dates and Deadlines
The program offers class start dates four times per year, in January, March, June, and September.
| Program Start Date | Early Priority Application Deadline | Priority Application Deadline | Final Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
March 2023 | December 16, 2022 | January 6, 2023 | January 27, 2023 |
Application deadlines differ for on-campus programs.
To complete your application, submit the following materials:
Online Application
You will need to complete an online application for the MBA@Denver program. If you are ready to begin, start your application now.
Test Scores
The Daniels College of Business is a GMAT/GRE-optional institution, meaning each candidate must determine whether one of these exams will support their candidacy and merit. Scores from these standardized tests should be submitted if you feel that they will strengthen your application.
Academic Background
Official academic records from all previously attended colleges and universities must be submitted directly from those schools to the University of Denver. You may send unofficial transcripts to receive an admissions decision, but we will need to receive official transcripts before you begin classes. All transcripts should be sent to the following address:
Please note: To be considered an official transcript, the transcript must be sent directly from your institution(s) or through an electronic transcript vendor retained by that institution. Transcripts submitted by enrolled or prospective students are considered unofficial documents, even if they are in a sealed envelope provided to you by the issuing university.
You should also provide a GPA from the degree-granting institution. The GPA should be reported on a 4.0 scale. International applicants who attended institutions with different grading systems (i.e., marks or percentages) should not convert their grades and may leave the GPA field blank.
We are now accepting transcripts electronically.
- School-issued electronic transcripts: If your school issues official transcripts electronically, please have them send your encrypted transcripts to applicationservices@onlinemba.du.edu.
- Unofficial transcripts: We will continue to accept unofficial transcripts if you are unable to submit your official transcripts at this time. Order your unofficial transcripts to be sent to your home, and scan them or take a photo to send to applicationservices@onlinemba.du.edu. We will still need your official transcripts once you matriculate.
Professional Work History
You must submit a current résumé with your application. Download our resource on how to create your best resume for your MBA application.
Essays
Two essays are required, with the option to submit a third. The essays should communicate what you hope to achieve with MBA@Denver and how you will contribute to the Daniels community.
Letters of Recommendation
MBA@Denver requires at least two recommendations from individuals (non-relatives) who can evaluate your professional performance and potential. At least one recommendation should come from a previous or current supervisor. We are looking for professional recommendations that attest to the student professionally including any tangible examples of their role within a team, their career goals, and why they would be a good fit in the MBA@Denver program.
Application Fee
There is a nonrefundable $100 application fee for the online MBA from the University of Denver. Waivers are offered if you are:
- a University of Denver alumnus/a
- a current or former member of the U.S. military, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps or Teach For America.
You may also receive a waiver if you submit your application before the priority application deadline or attend a webinar.
For more information on application fee waivers, contact the MBA@Denver Admissions team.
Additional Standards for Non-Native English Speakers
Official scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or C1 Advanced are required of all graduate applicants, regardless of citizenship status, whose native language is not English or who have been educated in countries where English is not the native language. Your TOEFL/IELTS/CAE scores are valid for two years from the test date.
The minimum TOEFL/IELTS/C1 Advanced test score requirements for this degree program are:
- Minimum TOEFL Score (Internet-based test): 80
- Minimum IELTS Score: 6.5
- Minimum C1 Advanced Score: 169
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