Admission to the Lindner College of Business online MBA program is selective and based on a combination of factors including academic and professional achievement, strong communication skills, and a proven record of effective leadership. Applicants should have at least a B grade average (or equivalent) in undergraduate coursework, or otherwise give evidence of academic promise that is satisfactory to the admitting department.
Applications to the Lindner Online MBA are reviewed in a holistic manner that considers carefully all items of your application portfolio. Following review by the admissions committee, accepted applicants will receive notification if they have been fully or conditionally admitted to the program.
Apply by the priority deadline for first consideration for an earlier admission decision and to secure your preferred courses. Applications will close when a program reaches capacity, so it’s important to apply early. Your application is not considered complete until we have all the application materials (listed below).
Application Checklist
Select the year in which you plan on entering the program.
Ensure your resume clearly lists the dates of any professional (ex: full-time roles, internships, co-ops), volunteer, non-profit, or any other leadership experiences. There is no formatting requirement, however, please review your resume for any grammar mistakes. It should be no longer than two pages. We recommend two years of work experience by the time you enter the MBA program. This may include co-op or internship experience.
An unofficial transcript (or degree audit) is required from each institution attended, including in-progress coursework, even if from the University of Cincinnati. These documents must show a complete record of your courses and grades. Uploading an unofficial transcript is recommended, but an official transcript may also be sent. Your application will not be reviewed until all transcripts are received.
International Applicants: You must have a U.S. bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or an international equivalent before starting the program. While NACES course-by-course evaluations are not required, one may be requested in certain cases. Your unofficial transcripts must be translated into English. If your grading scale isn’t on a four-point scale, you will be asked to translate in the application process. For international three-year bachelor’s degrees, use the free WES degree equivalency tool to confirm U.S. equivalency.
At the University of Cincinnati Lindner College of Business, we value thought-driven leaders. With this in mind, please upload a personal statement expressing the following:
Formatting: We recommend that your essay be 250-500 words, double-spaced.
Two letters of recommendation are required. Please select at least one recommender who was, or currently is, a supervisor that can speak to your professional experience. Letters of recommendations must come directly from the listed recommender on your application.
IMPORTANT: Your application will not move forward in the review process until we receive the letters of recommendation.
Standardized tests are not required for admission to the Lindner MBA (Online Program). Applicants can submit scores to provide a measure of your capabilities for the admissions committee to consider in reviewing your application holistically.
The admissions committee accepts the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) and Graduate Record Examination (GRE) test scores. Although the GMAT and GRE are optional, we will consider the scores in the application process, if submitted.
Test scores must be sent directly from the testing agency. Please send all test scores to the following address:
Graduate Admissions
University of Cincinnati
PO Box 210091
Cincinnati, OH 45221-0091
Applicants are required to pay a fee to complete their application:
If your native language is not English, you must demonstrate your proficiency in English. This includes submitting an IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo test score.
Please reference the Graduate College website for information on the minimum score needed to be eligible for the program.
The GMAT and GRE are optional for admission to the MBA.
Applicants can submit scores to build a better picture for the admissions committee of their academic ability and aptitude.
All applications are considered holistically, with all aspects of the application carefully considered in the admissions process.
Yes. Many of our students qualify for some type of financial aid.
Sources of aid:
Yes, to walk across the stage for your graduation. (Just kidding, that is optional!)
The University of Cincinnati’s online programs are truly all online, requiring no on-campus visits. There are a few rare exceptions and those are noted on the program information pages.
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