Frequently Asked Questions
Regarding Admission to the Doctoral Program
- What is the deadline for applications?
January 1st to guarantee you receive consideration for an assistantship or fellowship.
We normally review applications in January and again in late March or early April. All applications reviewed are for an August admission. It is generally recommended that applications be completed for review in this time frame.
- 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.
- Are there minimum GMAT or GRE test scores for successful applicants?
No. We do not have minimum cut-off scores on the GMAT or GRE. However, admission to the doctoral program is extremely competitive and our current students have averaged in the 90th percentile on the verbal and 80th percentile on the quantitative portions of the GMAT and/or GRE. An applicant with any score below the 70th percentile is unlikely to be admitted, although exceptions have been made. However, regardless of test scores, each applicant is fully reviewed by the admissions committee.
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.
- What kind of financial aid is available?
Most of our students are supported by teaching assistantships or research assistantships. Entering students are generally awarded a teaching assistantship, provided they meet basic language qualifications. There is no separate application for teaching assistantships. Research assistantships are generally awarded to advanced graduate students.
- How many applicants do you accept each year?
The number of students admitted to the doctoral program generally varies from one to four.
- How long does it generally take to complete the program?
Students generally take four to six years to complete the program.
- Where do MSU graduates get hired?
Our graduates have accepted faculty appointments at many universities, including:
Cornell University University of Washington University of Florida University of Maryland Indiana University Louisiana State University Florida State University Ohio State University Pennsylvania State University Rutgers University Texas A&M University Oklahoma State University