2026 Incoming Class Profile
Incoming SMB-A class data in an accessible format
| average GPA (undergrad) | average student age | typical range GRE score |
|---|---|---|
| 3.42 | 28 | average: 312 |
| middle 80% range: 3.06 to 3.82 | middle 80% range: 22 to 44 | middle 80% range: 310-318 |
Incoming students
- 45 incoming SMB-A students; 68 total SMB-A students active in program
- 82% male, 18% female
- 9 U.S. states represented
- 3 countries from around the world
- Earn your degree from anywhere:
- 20% out of state
- 80% across Ohio
Work experience and undergraduate majors
- 40% with less than a year of work experience
- 6.8 average years of work experience for the remaining 60%
- 20 unique undergraduate colleges/institutions
- 49% Business majors, 22% Arts & Sciences, 22% Social Sciences, 7% Engineering (all majors welcome to apply)
Early career to industry professionals
Assistant Director
Business Development Intern
Business Ops Analyst
Executive Director
IT Support Specialist
Research Assistant
Sales Operations Analyst
Senior HR Consultant
Sourcing Analyst
Supply Chain Analyst
Unit Clerical Associate
Warehouse Associate
A community of leaders
At Fisher College of Business, we champion intellectual thought and perspective. We inspire leadership through passion, integrity, hard work and the desire to succeed.
The Fisher community is comprised of a globally heterogeneous population of students, faculty, and active alumni in more than 80 countries. As a Fisher SMB-A student, you will be part of this community of individuals who have an incredible breadth of backgrounds and experiences to share.
Questions? I'm here to help!
Hello! My name is Amanda Willenberg, a graduate recruiter for the Specialized Master in Business-Analytics (SMB-A) program at Ohio State. Whether you’re just starting your exploration or ready to apply, I’m here to provide personalized support. Please don’t hesitate to contact me—I look forward to helping you achieve your goals!
Schedule a Meeting
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