Prospective MBA Working Professional Students
A Message from David Smith, Executive Director
I am so pleased that you are considering applying to the Fisher College of Business. With an average admittance rate of 70%, we seek outstanding candidates who want an intellectually stimulating environment, a close-knit collaborative community, and the chance to take an active role in enhancing the Fisher experience for those to come.
The decision to attend a graduate business program is important. Before making any decisions, I would encourage you to fully investigate any and all schools that offer programs you find compelling.
Fisher’s programs are deliberately small in order to maximize student, peer, faculty and staff interaction. We believe this is a great way to learn and prepare for your future, but it does put and keep the spotlight directly on you. If you enjoy standing apart and having your opinions heard and if being in control of your future excites you, follow the application link.
I hope you have found this site to be a wonderful source of information about the Fisher College experience. Having said that, I do know that to really ‘get’ what Fisher College is all about, you need to experience it in person. I strongly encourage you to visit us to truly understand the full picture of what we have to offer and to meet some of the extraordinary students, faculty and staff that make us one of the top-ranked programs in the country.
I look forward to getting to know you.
David Smith
Executive Director, Graduate Programs Office
Once our MBA Programs Admissions staff receives your application it is scheduled for review by the admissions committee. We will be in touch with you within six (6) weeks to let you know our decision. International Applications may take a little more time. International students are encouraged to complete their application as early as possible to ensure a prompt financial review.
A complete application includes
- The completed form
- Three (3) references that can speak to your potential to be successful in the program. At least one should be provided by a supervisor with direct experience of your work
- A detailed resume
- One 2-page, single-spaced, typewritten or computer generated personal statement that describes:
- your leadership, ability to work with others and your skill at resolving conflict,
— your short-term and long-term goals,
— your reasons for seeking an MBA degree in general, and
— why you believe a Fisher College MBA will help you achieve these goals.
- Two (2) official, unopened, original, and certified copies of transcripts from every college or university attended. Certified English translations must be provided if the originals are not in English
- Standardized Test Scores
- All applicants to the Fisher College of Business MBA programs are required to take the GMAT. The GRE may not be substituted for the GMAT. The testing company must send your official score report directly to the Fisher College of Business in order for your application to be considered complete.
- International applicants must take the TOEFL. Waivers of this requirement are rarely granted. Please contact the Graduate programs office directly for specific information.
- The GMAT and TOEFL can be taken at a variety of locations. Please contact the following companies directly for further information
- GMAT—www.gmac.com or 1-800 GMAT NOW (toll free in the US and Canada)
- TOEFL—609-771-7100, email toefl@ets.org
Please mail your completed application to
MBA Admissions - MBA for Working Professionals Program
Fisher College of Business
The Ohio State University
100 Gerlach Hall
2108 Neil Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210-1144