Incoming Class Profile (Autumn '24)
Fisher takes a holistic approach when reviewing applications, and these stats should serve as a general guide only. We enroll a diverse set of students with a wide range of grade point averages, years of work experience, ages, undergrad degrees and professional backgrounds. Also, we have GMAT/GRE/EA test waivers available for those that qualify. Email us at mba@fisher.osu.edu to discuss your fit.
Important: The WPMBA program is open to those currently employed. Having at least two years of post-baccalaureate work experience is recommended (class average below). We can make admission exceptions for a handful of students actively seeking employment to return to the workplace. View application requirements.
Data: Incoming Working Professional MBA class profile for Autumn 2024 only. The program also has a spring enrollment and Spring 2025 data will be added in January.
- 521 total WPMBA students enrolled
- 221 incoming WPMBA students (AU23 + SP24):
average GPA (undergrad) | average student age | average work experience |
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3.43 | 32 | 7.4 years |
80% range: 3.08 to 3.82 | 80% range: 25 to 42 | 80% range: 1.9 to 16.2 |
typical GMAT score* | typical GRE score* | typical EA score* |
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650 | 315 | 150 |
80% Range: 612 to 696 | 80% Range: 309 to 323 | 80% Range: 148 to 152 |
* GMAT/GRE/EA waivers available for qualified applicants
Diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- 4% international (96% domestic)
- 38% female (62% male)
- 18% minority representation*
- 7% LGBTQ+
- 17 U.S. states represented
- 7 countries represented
Undergraduate majors
- 37% are business majors (32% Social Sciences, 23% Arts & Sciences, 8% Engineering)
- 97+ unique undergraduate majors
- 107 unique undergraduate colleges/institutions
A diverse community of leaders
At Fisher College of Business, we champion diversity in 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 MBA student, you will be part of this community of individuals who have an incredible breadth of backgrounds and experiences to share. Our location and approach to education leads to a uniquely comfortable environment that is equally attractive to men and women, and to professionals from diverse fields, including the military, the sciences, and the arts and humanities. Here are some helpful resources:
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