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Admission Requirements

An application for admission to the College of Business and Public Management may be submitted at any time preceding the term for which admission is sought. However, applicants are encouraged to apply early to ensure a place in the entering class.

Qualifications for admission to the College of Business and Public Management's graduate business programs reflect the University's desire to offer the greatest opportunity consistent with academically sound standards. The College of Business and Public Management seeks applicants from a wide variety of educational and professional backgrounds and evaluates all students on an individual basis.

In addition to an application form and a non-refundable fee of $50, all applicants are required to submit the following documents:

Official university/ college transcripts showing a Bachelor's degree from an accredited school;
Personal statement and resume;
Two letters of recommendation from professionals not related to the applicant.

International students with a degree from a non-English speaking institution, where English is not the primary language of instruction and of the geographic area, must establish minimal proficiency in English. The English language requirement could be accomplished by one of the following:

a) A minimum score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language - TOEFL of 550 (computer based TOEFL of 213), or more;
b) A satisfactory completion of the University of La Verne English Proficiency Test (EPT - 5.0 and higher); or
c) A satisfactory completion of prerequisite English Development courses at the ULV, as indicated by a placement exam.

Please note: TOEFL of 560 is required for MBA for Experienced Professionals.
International Students with F-1 or J-1 visas may apply to and attend only the central campus in La Verne, California.