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The Neeley School seeks to bring together highly
motivated and academically talented students
from a broad range of backgrounds. Admission is
competitive and seeks excellence. Candidates
should be proactive individuals who can contribute
in a highly interactive, team-based environment and
who have meaningful life and professional
experiences upon which to draw. Most of all, we are
seeking focused, motivated students who are
dedicated to success
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Application Form
The online application for Fall 2009 admission is available on your Neeley VIP page.
Application Essays
Are submitted with the online application. Click here to review the questions.
Application Fee
A credit card payment of $75 is collected when the online application is submitted.
Official GMAT Scores
The GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) is required of all applicants. To request score reports or register for the GMAT, visit www.mba.com.
Three Letters of Recommendation
Recommendations should be submitted on the specific forms made available in the online application process. Click here to review or print additional copies of the form. The recommendations should come from individuals familiar with your professional work experience. Personal recommendations from family members or friends are of less value and receive less consideration from the Admissions Committee.
Official College Transcripts
Official transcripts in sealed envelopes are required from each college or university previously attended.
Credentials presented in a language other than English must be submitted with a certified English translation. For transcripts from colleges or universities outside the U.S., an evaluation from a professional evaluation agency within the U.S. may be requested.
Applicants from China should note that all of the following are required: Grade Transcripts, Bachelor Degree Certification and Diploma.
Admission Interview (invitation only)
Required for admission, but not all applicants are invited to interview. After a preliminary review of the application, candidates selected for an interview will be notified by e-mail or phone.
Official TOEFL Results
The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required of all applicants who are not native English speakers. To request score reports or register for the TOEFL, visit www.TOEFL.org.
International Student/Scholar Form
Click here to access the form.
Financial Statement
Click here to access the form.
The financial statement is not required as part of the admission application, but will be upon admission before the Certificate of Eligibility (I-20 or IAP 66) needed for acceptance will be issued.
Fall 2010 (August) Admission
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Decision Round |
Application Deadline, including supporting documents, GMAT and TOEFL |
Decision Mailed By |
Deposit Due | |
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1 |
For early decision and scholarship priority |
Nov. 15, 2009 |
Dec. 15, 2009 |
Jan. 15, 2010 |
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2 |
For early decision and scholarship priority |
Jan. 15, 2010 |
Feb. 15, 2010 |
March 15, 2010 |
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3 |
General admission and scholarship deadline. |
March 1, 2010 |
April 1, 2010 |
May 1, 2010 |
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4 |
Extended admission and scholarship deadline |
April 15, 2010 |
May 15, 2010 |
June 1, 2010, or 2 weeks after receipt of offer |
Admission FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions
Application Process
What kind of student is right for the Neeley School at TCU?
We seek to bring together highly motivated and academically talented students from a broad range of backgrounds. Admission is competitive and seeks excellence. Candidates should be proactive individuals who can contribute in a highly interactive, team-based learning environment and who have meaningful life and professional experiences upon which to draw. Most of all, we are seeking focused, motivated students who are dedicated to success.
How does the Neeley School evaluate applications?
The admissions committee will review your entire application. First, we look to determine that you have the academic ability to handle challenging, graduate-level academic work. In addition to your undergraduate transcript and your GMAT scores, we look for a history of setting and achieving challenging goals in every aspect of your life. Your professionalism also is reflected in your application presentation and interview.
When can students start the program?
The Neeley School admits students for fall admission only.
How will I be notified of the admission decision?
Decisions are announced by mail.
Do I need to send all the materials together as one package?
No. While the application will not be reviewed for admission until all of the materials are received, you can begin sending application materials as they are completed.
What is the minimum GPA required?
There is no single GPA requirement that will guarantee admission. The GPA range of admitted students is very broad. To be viable candidates, applicants who did not perform well in their undergraduate academic career would be expected to show ability through GMAT and motivation through professional success.
Is a business major or certain business classes required?
Prior business study is not required for the Full-time or Professional MBA programs. In fact, more than half of our students come from non-business backgrounds. The condensed format of the Accelerated MBA, however, does necessitate that participants in that program hold a BBA degree from a university accredited by the AACSB. Click here for more information on the Accelerated MBA admission requirements.
Are there specific course prerequisites?
Admitted students are expected to have an understanding of basic mathematics, such as basic algebraic operations, relations and functions, exponents, logarithms, sets and functions, linear equations, differentiation, integration, slope, and extrema. Typically, this requirement is satisfied by the completion of college algebra or business quantitative methods with a grade of “C” or better.
Who should write my letters of recommendation?
Professional recommendations are preferred over academic recommendations. The most valuable recommendations come from individuals who have first-hand knowledge of your professional development and can assess directly your management potential. Whenever possible, one recommendation should come from your direct supervisor. Recommendations from relatives or family friends are of less value and receive less consideration.
What if I don’t want my supervisor to know I’m planning to leave my job to return to school?
If you do not wish your supervisor to know you are applying to graduate school, you will need to provide other professional recommendations. You might contact past employers, colleagues within your firm, or even customers.
Can general letters be used, or do the recommendations have to be on the TCU form?
General letters will be accepted, but we prefer that the recommendations be submitted on our forms since the general letters may not address all of the information requested.
Is the GMAT required for admission?
Yes. While it is only one part of the application, it is required before an admission decision can be made.
If I already have an advanced degree, will the GMAT be required?
Yes. The GMAT assesses different skills than the GRE, LSAT, MCAT, etc.
May I substitute the GRE for GMAT?
No. The GMAT assesses different skills than the GRE, LSAT, MCAT, etc.
May I start the program and later submit the GMAT?
No. The GMAT is a part of the admission decision.
What is the minimum GMAT score you accept?
There is no single GMAT requirement that will guarantee admission. The GMAT range of admitted students is broad, typically from 500 to mid-700s. Two candidates with the same GMAT score might have different admission outcomes because of their past academic record, work experience, performance in the interview, etc.
Where can I get more information about the GMAT?
You can learn more about GMAT, view sample test questions, and register for the test at www.mba.com.
If I take the GMAT more than once, which scores do you consider?
We take your highest score.
Why is a resume requested?
We ask that you list your past jobs on the application, but the resume gives you the opportunity to communicate the nature of the positions and your major professional accomplishment.
How much work experience is required?
There is no specified minimum; however, most students fall into the 2-10 year range. The average for the Full-time MBA program is typically about 4 years, and 5-7 years for the Professional MBA.
The Accelerated MBA Option does have a minimum of at least three years of postgraduate professional or military experience.
I am about to graduate from college now? What are my chances for admission?
About 10% of the students in the Full-time MBA Program are admitted directly from college. These students have usually demonstrated exceptional academic ability through test scores and past grades, and have held meaningful internship and part-time work experiences.
Is an interview required?
Admission interviews are required for admission, but not all applicants will be invited to interview. After a preliminary review of the application, the Admissions Committee may request an evaluative admission interview. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via e-mail or phone.
How will I be notified that I have been selected for an interview?
If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via e-mail or phone.
What are the specific admission requirements for the Accelerated MBA Option?
Since the Accelerated MBA Option significantly reduces the number of hours required for graduation, it is only available to candidates with specific academic and professional backgrounds in business. To be considered for the option, candidates must hold a BBA or equivalent degree, demonstrate strong performance on the GMAT, and have three years or more of postgraduate professional work experience.
What additional requirements do you have for international candidates?
1. Official TOEFL results, required if your native language is not English and you did not
attend an undergraduate institution in the U.S.
2. TCU’s International Student/Scholar form
What about a financial statement?
The financial statement is not required with the application for admission, but must be submitted before the Certificate of Eligibility (I-20 or IAP 66) needed for the student visa will be issued. Upon admission, candidates will be asked to provide a financial statement.
What is the minimum TOEFL score you accept?
The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required of all non-native English speakers, with the exception of applicants who attended a university in the United States. The minimum scores required for admission are:
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TOEFL Format |
Score |
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Internet-based test (TOEFL iBT) |
100 |
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Computer-based test |
250 |
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Paper-based test |
600 |
