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University of Washington (Foster)

Seattle, WA
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Traditional MBA Overview

Acceptance Rate28.10%
Enrolled221
GMAT requirementNo
Average GMAT703
Median base salary of new grads$144,500

University of Washington (Foster) MBA applicants are strongly encouraged to submit either a GMAT or GRE score to be considered for admission. Among students accepted last year, the average GMAT score was 703. The program requires two letters of recommendation, and English testing scores are required for international applicants. The median base salary for graduating Foster MBA students is $144,500.

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Part-Time MBA Overview

Average undergraduate GPA, 2023-24 enrollees3.34
Tuition per credit, out-of-state 5%$1,206
Size of 2022-2023 graduating class121
Yield, 2023–24 (Matriculates/Admits)76%
Graduation rate, 2020-2383%
Average number of years of work experience, 2023-24 entrants6.8
One-year retention rate, 2022-2397%
Acceptance rate, fall 202384%

Applicants to the University of Washington Foster School of Business Evening MBA program can choose whether to submit standardized test scores or not. Two letters of recommendation are needed to apply. If not a native English speaker, applicants must submit a TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo score. There are three rounds of applications, with the last being May 30 for fall admission. Graduates have median annual salaries of $137,500 four months post-graduation, an increase of over $20,000 from entry.

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Online MBA Overview

Credits required to graduate62
Yield, fall 2023 (matriculates/admits)60%
GMAT requirementNo
Size of 2022-2023 graduating class83
Avg. undergraduate GPA, fall 2023 enrollees3.40
Graduation rate, 2020-23100%
Tuition per credit, out-of-stateDNP
One-year retention rate, 2022-23100%
Acceptance rate, fall 202347%
Avg. # of years of work experience, fall 2023 enrollees7.7

University of Washington's hybrid MBA does not require submission of admission exam scores, but applicants are welcome to submit a test score to demonstrate quantitative ability and program readiness. Two guided assessments/recommendations are required to apply. In core classes, the average number of students is 72. International students cannot generally apply for the program unless they have a U.S. employment visa. The final round deadline to apply for fall admission is June 15. Four months post-graduation, alumni earn about $155,000 in median annual salary. Total program cost is $93,000 and 62 credits are needed to graduate.

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