GMAT/GRE Waiver Policy

The Auburn MS Finance Program will waive the GMAT/GRE test score under the following criteria:

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and:

  • 2+ years of experience* AND 3.50+ GPA
  • 4+ years of experience* AND 3.25+ GPA
  • 6+ years of experience* AND 3.0+ GPA
  • 8+ years of experience* 
  • Terminal Degree 

*Experience is defined as professional, full-time and post-undergraduate or military experience.

Important to note: Being granted a GMAT/GRE waiver does not guarantee admission to the program.

Additional waiver requests may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Waiver requests can be completed online; however, it is advised to schedule an appointment with an admissions advisor in advance of submitting your request.

Schedule an online meeting with Program Admissions

Admissions Requirements

In order to apply for the Master of Science in Finance on-campus program, you must

  • hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or college

Admission is competitive, and the number of candidates selected each year is limited.

The full-time program is non-thesis and requires the completion of 31 credit hours. The program admits in the fall semester only.

Application Procedure

To apply to the MS in Finance program, fill out the Graduate School Application Form. This program is listed as Finance (Non-Thesis).

Application Checklist

A completed application includes the following:

  • Application fee paid to the Graduate School
  • Official undergraduate university transcript(s)
  • Official GMAT score (preferred) or GRE score
  • Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test (DET) score (international students only)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • Résumé

Deadlines

All application materials must be received by the deadlines below. 

Start of Program Domestic Applicant Deadline International Applicant Deadline
Fall Semester June 1 April 1

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