University of San Diego (Knauss)

San Diego, CA

Part-Time MBA Overview

Average undergraduate GPA, 2023-24 enrollees	3.14
Tuition per credit, out-of-state 5%	$1,595
Size of 2022-2023 graduating class	41
Yield, 2023–24 (Matriculates/Admits)	70%
Graduation rate, 2020-23	97%
Average number of years of work experience, 2023-24 entrants	7.0
One-year retention rate, 2022-23	100%
Acceptance rate, fall 2023	94%

Applicants to the University of San Diego's Knauss School of Business part-time MBA must complete MBA Math prior to starting, in lieu of GMAT/GRE scores. Letters of recommendation are optional although two are recommended. International students must submit proof of English proficiency. The program boasts of 49% of students securing promotions after graduation. The admission cycle is rolling, with the last deadline being May 1 for fall admission.

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Traditional MBA Overview

Acceptance rate	78%
Median base salary of new grads	$91,000
Tuition per year, out-of-state	$35,090
Median GMAT	DNP

The University of San Diego Knauss School of Business seeks to elevate the careers of aspiring business leaders through its MBA program. Students may concentration is one of six areas, including business analytics, entrepreneurship, and marketing. To apply, two letters of recommendation as well as standardized test scores are optional, but international students must submit proof of English proficiency. The average class size of core courses is 38 students—with about two years of work experience. The deadline to apply is May 1, and the application fee is $125.

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