Applying for admission to our programs may require multiple steps.  Please print a checklist from below.

• Domestic applicants, Graduate Certificates, Masters and PhD programs: Domestic Application Checklist [PDF]
• International applicants,  Graduate Certificates, Masters and PhD programs: International Applicant Checklist [PDF]

All application materials must be recieved by the following deadlines:

Fall Application
    Domestic Applicant: July 1
    International Applicant: June 1

Spring Application 
    Domestic Applicant: November 1
    International Applicant: November 1

Summer Application 
    Domestic Applicant: March 1
    International Applicant: March 1

Q. What are the GMAT, GRE, and TOEFL institution codes for graduate business programs at VCU?
A. The GMAT code is LP8-QF-86.  The GRE and TOEFL are both 5570. 

Q. Must I complete all foundation and/or prerequisite courses prior to applying to the graduate program?
A. If you have not completed all prerequisite and foundation courses prior to your admission, you will be required to complete them prior to beginning advanced core courses in your graduate program.

Q. Can I apply to more than one graduate program at the same time?
A. Yes, but you must submit a separate and complete application for each program, including separate application fees. Admission to a program is not dependent on whether you intend to pursue the degree on a full or part time basis.

Q. Can I transfer previously taken graduate courses?
A. It is possible to transfer a maximum of six semester hours of acceptable graduate credit toward your degree program. The credit must have been earned in a degree program that is accredited by AACSB International, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, and must not have been used to satisfy requirements for another degree program. Acceptance of transfer credit hours is made on an individual basis.

Q. How long will it take to process my application?
A. Please allow 2-3 weeks for your application to be processed.

Q. Can I be admitted without taking the GMAT?
A. Students who already have a masters level degree in an AACSB accredited, quantitative program MAY be eligible for waiver of the GMAT exam.  To determine eligibility, please send an email requesting a GMAT waiver, a copy of your resume, and transcripts, to Jana McQuaid, Director of Graduate Studies, at jpmcquaid@vcu.edu.