Business Administration (MBA)
For International Students
- Hybrid (approved for on-campus international students)
- Fully Online (does not qualify for F-1 student visa)
The Masters of Business Administration degree is designed for professionals who want to make a lasting impression on the business world. We'll expose you to diverse people, places and situations - while challenging you to better yourself and your organization.
The MBA Program is accredited by AACSB International, the gold standard of business school accreditation and a distinction earned by fewer than five percent of business schools worldwide. Choosing an accredited program provides a reliable, objective measure of quality that is recognized by employers and academic institutions around the globe.
Pre-requisites:
For students without a business bachelor's degree, a variety of online review materials are available for fundamental business preparation. Contact the MBA program directly to discuss your needs.
Admission Requirements:
- International Application for Admission
- All post-secondary official transcripts sent directly from your current and/or all prior academic institutions that you have attended to the Office of Admissions at the mailing address listed below.
- Mailing Address
- University of Northern Iowa
- International Graduate Admissions
- 002 Gilchrist Hall
- Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0018
- Mailing Address
- Minimum undergraduate grade point average of a 2.75 on a 4.0 point scale
- Official TOEFL score of (79), IELTS score of (6.5), or Duolingo score of (105) to be considered for full admission
- Resume/curriculum vitae with three references listed
- 19 months professional work experience desired (Conditional admission may be offered on work history, references, alternative evidence of academic ability)
- Please note: the department considers the applicant’s overall profile plus post-bachelors-degree work experience. Minimum scores on all requirements do not necessarily guarantee admission.
Application Deadlines:
Fall 2025 admission is now closed for international applicants.
Program Duration:
- Those seeking an accelerated program can complete their degree in as little as one calendar year.
Graduate Funding Requirements:
- Students must complete and submit the Graduate College Assistantship Application and the Graduate College Scholarship Application form by February 1st.