Frequently Asked Questions

Application and Admissions

• How do I apply to the Auburn Full-Time MBA program at the Harbert College of Business?

  All applications for the Full-Time MBA program are submitted to Auburn University Graduate School. Visit www.graduate.auburn.edu for application information and to apply online. You will be required to create an account user name and password so you can access future information regarding your application and the admission decision.

• What is the mailing address for Auburn MBA Programs at the Harbert College of Business?
  Harbert College of Business
  Horton-Hardgrave Hall

  Graduate Business Programs
  425 West Magnolia Ave., Suite 4010
  Auburn University, AL 36849

• What are the application deadlines for the Auburn Full-Time MBA at the Harbert College of Business?

  Our Full-Time MBA program begins each fall semester. The deadline to apply for Fall Semester 2021 is June 1, 2021.

  Auburn MBA Programs has switched to a rolling admissions model. Auburn MBA staff will receive and review applications upon completion. Competitive applicants will then be contacted to schedule an admissions interview (an interview is requirement of Full-Time MBA applicants only). This is an expedited review process that is beneficial to applicants who are planning next steps in their education and career.

  Applications received after deadline will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

• How many students do you admit to the Auburn MBA program at the Harbert College of Business?
  The Full-time MBA program enrolls 40-50 students to a new cohort each fall semester.
• Are prerequisites required to apply to the Auburn Full-Time MBA at the Harbert College of Business?
  No prerequisites are required for the Full-Time MBA program, but we do require all newly admitted students to complete academic leveling work before their first semester. This pre-work will prepare every student, regardless of undergraduate degree, to meet MBA expectations.
• How do I confirm that you have received my application materials?
  All application materials should be directed to the Auburn University Graduate School. An application is deemed complete once all required documentation has been received and processed by the Graduate School. Should you wish to inquire about the status of your application, please contact Admissions Advisor Julie Vaught at (334) 844-4060 or mba@auburn.edu.
• Can I transfer credits from another university?

  We allow students to transfer in up to six credit hours (or two classes) that will be applied toward elective credit. We do not accept transfer credit for core classes.

  The Full-Time MBA program accepts transfer credit under the following conditions. All conditions must be met to be considered for transfer. If the courses meet the below requirements, you may submit them for review using the instructions below.

  • All courses must be from an AACSB-accredited institution
  • All courses must be graduate level
  • All courses must be from a college of business or business school
  • All courses must have a B letter grade (80/100) or higher
  • All courses must be submitted with a copy of the syllabus
  • All courses must be independent and not used towards a previously earned degree

  Transfer credit can be evaluated with an unofficial transcript, but will not be approved or applied to the Auburn record until an official transcript has been received and evaluated.

• Who should I contact if I have additional questions?
  Contact Auburn MBA Programs Admissions Advisor Julie Vaught at (334) 844-4060 or mba@auburn.edu.
• Do I have to take a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam if I am an international applicant?

  The Auburn Graduate School requires minimum English proficiency scores for international students.

  Applicants may qualify for an exemption depending on official government language and medium of instruction. An Australian applicant, for example, may not be required to submit an official TOEFL or IELTS score. However, a resident of Quebec, Canada, would.

  Exemptions are handled on a case-by-case basis, but we generally process the exemption for an international student who received an undergraduate degree from an accredited U.S. institution.

Financial Aid

• What is the cost of tuition and fees for the 2021 Academic year?

  With the exception of summer, Full-time MBA students take a “full-load” which is defined as 9 or more credit hours. Resident tuition for a full load is $4,815/semester and $14,445 for non-residents. Students also pay an $826/semester student services fee and a $200/credit hour Harbert College of Business Professional Fee.

• Do you have any financial aid or scholarships available?

  All Full-Time MBA students are eligible for financial aid. Please contact Auburn Student Financial Services for more information at (334) 844-4634.

  Visit Auburn Student Financial Services for additional resources related to tuition and fees.

• Are graduate assistantships available to offset expenses?

  Auburn MBA Programs offers a competitive number of graduate assistantships (GA) each year to recruit the best and brightest to the Auburn Full-Time MBA. On average, approximately 50% of the new cohort are given an MBA assistantship to study for their graduate degree. These assistantships produce 2 levels: .33 GA Fellowship and .25 GA Fellowship. For the students awarded a .33 GA position, they receive a waiver of tuition and a monthly stipend of $808 per month. This award comes with a 14-hour per week work requirement. A .25 GA position allows for students to receive a tuition waiver up to one half of in-state tuition and a position to work 10 hours per week with a monthly stipend of $612 per month. With both assignments, you are assigned to work with business faculty or professional staff to support the mission and vision of the Harbert College of Business.

• How do I use my Federal Veterans Educational Assistance Program benefits at Auburn University

  Auburn MBA Programs attracts a large number of veterans, and we are experienced with Veterans Educational Assistance Program benefits.

  Please contact Auburn MBA Programs Admissions Advisor Julie Vaught with specific questions at (334) 844-4060 or mba@auburn.edu.

Curriculum

• How long will it take me to complete my Auburn Full-Time MBA at the Harbert College of Business?
  The Full-Time MBA program is a lockstep program that takes 17 months to complete.
• What graduate certificates are offered in the Harbert College of Business?

  Graduate certificates are a great way to add an additional credential to your MBA. The following graduate certificates are offered through the Harbert College of Business:

  • Accountancy
  • Business Analytics
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Management Information Systems
  • Supply Chain Management and Innovation

  A separate application for the certificate is required.  Students considering a graduate certificate must apply through the Graduate School.

  Please contact Auburn MBA Programs Admissions Advisor Julie Vaught with specific questions at (334) 844-4060 or mba@auburn.edu.

   

• What dual MBA degrees are offered through the Harbert College of Business?

  There are options to complete an additional master’s degree while working toward an MBA. The following options are available:

  • MBA and Master of Science in Information Systems
  • MBA and Master of Science in Finance
  • MBA and Master of Industrial and Systems Engineering

  Click here for more information on full-time dual degree programs. 

  Students considering a dual degree must apply through the Graduate School.

• What other MBA programs do you offer?

  Harbert College of Business offers it’s MBA in three additional formats.

  • The Online MBA is our most flexible option, allowing you to balance life’s demands while earning a degree at your own pace. Courses are offered in two high-quality learning formats: video capture of live full-time courses—where you feel that you have a seat in the classroom—and studio produced online instruction. The Online MBA has the same exceptional curriculum, resources, and educators as our full-time MBA. The GMAT or GRE is required unless waived for unusual circumstances.
  • The Executive MBA emphasizes cohort interaction and learning among seasoned professionals with 8 or more years of work experience. The program combines distance learning with a short campus residency each semester for a flexible delivery model that accommodates busy professionals. No GMAT or GRE test is required.  
  • The Physicians Executive MBA is tailored to the needs of physicians interested in learning the business of medicine. This cohort program accommodates the demands of busy practicing physicians with a flexible delivery model that combines streamed distance learning courses with a short campus residency each semester. No GMAT or GRE test is required.

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