Washington University in St. Louis (Olin)

St. Louis, MO

Part-Time MBA Overview

Average undergraduate GPA, 2023-24 enrollees	3.40
Tuition per credit, out-of-state 5%	$1,650
Size of 2022-2023 graduating class	64
Yield, 2023–24 (Matriculates/Admits)	83%
Graduation rate, 2020-23	72%
Average number of years of work experience, 2023-24 entrants	6.5
One-year retention rate, 2022-23	97%
Acceptance rate, fall 2023	98%

WashU's Olin Business School has a test-optional policy for its Flex MBA: Submission of test scores is not required but is recommended for most candidates. Letters of recommendation are not needed. International students must submit proof of English proficiency, but waivers are also available. Students must complete 48 credits of coursework during the program's duration. Whether in-person or online, students are taught by the same professors as Olin's full-time MBA program. The deadline to apply for fall admission is July 24.

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Traditional MBA Overview

Acceptance rate	28%
Median base salary of new grads	$130,000
Tuition per year, out-of-state	$68,882
Median GMAT	700

Students in the MBA program at WashU's Olin Business School are described as "competitive—but not cutthroat—ambitious, hungering to make a difference, and challenging each other to achieve more." Core classes have about 40 students—who have on average close to five years of work experience. Applicants are not required to submit standardized testing nor letters of recommendation. Students can choose to concentration in subjects like business and policy, global business, and business analytics. The deadline to apply is April 15—with no application fee.

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Traditional MBA — Consulting Overview

Acceptance rate	28%
Median base salary of new grads	$130,000
Tuition per year, out-of-state	$68,882
Median GMAT	700

Students in the MBA program at WashU’s Olin Business School are “competitive—but not cutthroat—ambitious” and motivated to create a positive impact. Core classes average 40 students, each with close to five years of work experience. Testing and letters of recommendation are not required for applicants. Concentrations include business and policy, global business, and business analytics. Applications are due by April 15, and there is no application fee. Olin is ranked No. 21 on Fortune’s flagship best MBA list and offers a concentration in consulting.

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Traditional MBA — Healthcare Management Overview

Acceptance rate	28%
Median base salary of new grads	$130,000
Tuition per year, out-of-state	$68,882
Median GMAT	700

Students in the MBA program at Washington University in St. Louis's Olin Business School are described as "competitive—but not cutthroat—ambitious, hungering to make a difference, and challenging each other to achieve more." Core classes have about 40 students—who have on average close to five years of work experience. Applicants are not required to submit standardized testing nor letters of recommendation. Students can choose to concentrate in subjects like business and policy, global business, and business analytics. Washington University in St. Louis (Olin) is ranked No. 21 on Fortune's flagship best MBA list and offers a concentration in business of healthcare.

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Traditional MBA — International Business Overview

Acceptance rate	28%
Median base salary of new grads	$130,000
Tuition per year, out-of-state	$68,882
Median GMAT	700

Students in WashU's Olin Business School MBA program are characterized as ambitious and supportive. Core classes average about 40 students, each with nearly five years of work experience. No standardized tests or letters of recommendation are required. Students can concentrate in business and policy, global business, and business analytics. The deadline to apply is April 15, with no application fee. Olin ranks No. 21 on Fortune's best MBA list and offers a concentration in global business.

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