Early Career MBA Admissions

The Early Career MBA Program is a one year, full-time, accelerated, cohort program designed specifically for young professionals who are in the early stages of their careers and who come from a variety of undergraduate backgrounds. It is four quarters in length and a new cohort begins each year in Fall quarter (September).

Application Deadlines

  • Round 1* - Early Application: March 1 (priority review)
  • Round 2*: May 1
  • Round 3**: July 1 (final deadline)

Applications submitted for Round 1 are given first consideration for early admission to the cohort. Applications must be complete with all supplemental materials received by the deadline to ensure timely decisions. Applications will be received and reviewed on a rolling, space-available basis.

*Applications for the Early Career MBA scholarships will only be considered for the March 1 and May 1 submission dates and require a separate application.

**Any applications received after July 1 will be reviewed on a space available basis.

Completed applications generally take three to four weeks to be evaluated and reviewed by the department. When a decision has been made, a notification will be sent via email asking you to check your application portal.

You can check the status of your application at any time on the Graduate Admissions website.

Are You a Seattle University Undergraduate?

Seattle University undergraduates whose GPAs are 3.2 or above are eligible for automatic acceptance1, and all Seattle University undergraduates who apply by the May 1 deadline and are accepted to the program, will automatically receive a $4,800 Albers Graduate Scholarship2.

1 Application to program still required.

2 To be considered for a scholarship amount above $4,800, simply complete the scholarship application as part of your regular application. Applications for scholarship received after the May 1 deadline will be considered based on funds available.

To Apply:

Application Requirements

  1. Application Form and $55 fee. (Application fee is waived through Fall of 2023.)
  2. Resume. Please reference any work, internship, or volunteer experiences.
  3. Essay/Personal Statement. Outlining:
    • Why you wish to join the Early Career MBA program at Seattle University.
    • How you expect the program to aid you in your professional development.
    • How you believe an MBA will help you with your post-graduation career plans, and
    • Anything else you would like the Graduate Admissions team to know about you. (500 words or less).
  4. Optional: Professional and/or Academic Letter(s) of Recommendation.
  5. Official Transcripts from undergraduate and any post-baccalaureate work.
  6. Official GMAT or GRE test scores sent from testing agency (GMAT and GRE scores are now optional, except for international applicants with a 3-year undergraduate degree).
  7. Official English language proficiency test scores, if required. TOEFL, IELTS, and PTE accepted.
  8. Optional: Application for Early Career MBA Scholarship. (Mar 1 or May 1 deadlines only).
  9. Interview with an Albers adviser. Selected candidates will be invited to be interviewed.

Online Application Materials

The following should be completed online and/or uploaded to the application:

  • Resume
  • Essay/Personal Statement
  • Optional: Professional and/or Academic Letter(s) of Recommendation
  • Optional: Application for Early Career MBA Scholarship (Mar 1 or May 1 deadlines only)

Transcripts

Please have official transcripts sent directly to:

Graduate Admissions
Seattle University
901 12th Ave
PO Box 222000
Seattle, WA 98122-1090

GMAT or GRE

GMAT and GRE scores are now optional, except for international applicants with a 3-year undergraduate degree. Applicants are still encouraged to submit a GMAT or GRE when possible, however. Choosing to include a GMAT or GRE score can make your application more competitive by providing the admissions team with more information about you.

Test scores should be submitted directly from the test administrator to Seattle University. Seattle University's codes are:

  • GMAT (Early Career MBA program specifically): OTM -56-99
  • GRE: 4695.

English Language Proficiently Requirements

English language proficiency is only required if English is not your native language or if you have not completed a degree program taught in English (cannot be more than two years old). Test scores should be submitted directly from the test administrator to Seattle University.

Seattle University's code for TOEFL scores is 4695.

Additional information about international admissions, including language requirements, can be found on the Graduate Admissions - International Students page.

What Does the Admissions Committee Look for When Evaluating Applicants?

Each applicant is viewed holistically. The admissions committee assesses each application individually, looking for students who have the desire, motivation, prior academic success, and maturity to be successful in the program. As the Early Career MBA program is a cohort program, they look for individuals who can work collaboratively and contribution to a positive learning environment. Applications are carefully evaluated based on a combination of the essay submitted, prior academic performance, accomplishments, work experience (when applicable), letters of recommendation, and GMAT/GRE scores (when available).

Additional Questions?

Call us, email us or schedule an individual appointment to talk with a representative in the Albers Graduate Admissions office. We would be happy to discuss your application, to answer your questions about the Early Career MBA program, and to help you decide if the program is right for you.

For Questions About Admissions:

Albers Graduate Admissions Office

Phone: (206) 296-5700
E-mail: albersgradinfo@seattleu.edu

Graduate Admissions

Phone: 206-220-8010
Email: grad-admissions@seattleu.edu 

For Questions About the Early Career MBA Program:

Early Career MBA Program Director

Liesl Bohan
Email: bohanl@seattleu.edu