Applying to a graduate program is easy. Complete the following application steps by the chosen application deadline. The admission committee evaluates applications within two weeks of the deadlines.

Questions about the process? Contact businessgradprograms@umontana.edu.

Step 1: Complete the Online Application

Complete the online Graduate School application: Apply Now!

This is an electronic process that requires a $70 application fee due at the time of submission.

Step 2: Request Official Transcript(s)

Submit documentation showing all previous college coursework.

If an undergraduate degree was earned from the University of Montana, we do not require official transcript(s) to be submitted.
Submit official transcripts to:
- businessgradprograms@umontana.edu -or-
- Gallagher Business Building Room 316, 32 Campus Dr. Missoula MT 59812

All international transcripts will require a United States equivalency evaluation (recommendation: www.WES.org)

Step 3: Three Letters of Recommendation

Names and email addresses are supplied during the application process and the letters will be electronically collected by the university.

Submit information for those qualified to attest to your academic potential or professional performance.
We will email recipients directly, requesting the letter of recommendation on your behalf.

Step 4: Current Resume

Submit your most recent resume.

Include all work experience with dates of employment.

Step 5: Letter of Intent

Address letter to the Graduate Review Committee (2-3 paragraphs, no more than 1 page, in standard business format).

Describe your objective for receiving the specific graduate degree you are applying for (MAcct, MBA, MSBA).
Outline your career highlights, achievements, and goals.

Step 6: Official GMAT Scores (if required)

Submit GMAT scores by the admission date, unless you have been granted a waiver (see below). Scores should be no older than five years.

More information on the GMAT can be found at www.mba.com. The website provides a complete description, including test dates and locations.

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