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Admissions / Application
Outstanding students in any field of study may apply. It is normally expected that the applicant will have obtained a master's degree prior to the initial enrollment in the program, but exceptions may be made in appropriate circumstances. Students are admitted based upon the perceived likelihood of placement success in an academic career at other peer institutions. These factors include the standardized tests (such as GMAT) but also additional information that assesses research and teaching potential. 

FACTORS INCLUDE:

  • GMAT performance (600 minimum) - REQUIRED.
    Our GMAT program code is:      V0W-5V-03
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  • Grades from all previous institutions of higher education
  • Business/industry experience
  • Prior teaching experience
  • If English is a second language, performance on TOEFL (625 minimum) (required of all International Students)
  • Assessment of potential to conduct research (based on previous research papers, projects etc.)
  • pdf Letters of Recommendation

More detailed information may be found in the University Catalog. 

Early in the program, an assessment of a candidate's ability and potential to conduct research will be made and will be used to decide whether a student can continue in the program.  

DEADLINES FOR APPLICATION:

  Domestic International
Fall March 15 March 1
Spring October 15 August 1

All application materials must be submitted by the above deadlines in order to receive full consideration. Admissions are typically for the Fall semester.  Spring admissions are rare.

APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Graduate College: 
All students need to a complete an application with the Graduate College (http://gradcollege.okstate.edu/apply/domestic.htm). International students may wish to visit this site: (http://gradcollege.okstate.edu/apply/international.htm ).  If either of these links do not work, please visit the Graduate College Website at: http://gradcollege.okstate.edu ).Please note that, on the application, the degree should be indicated as "Ph.D. in Business Administration" and the option should be indicated as "MSIS".

Ph.D. Coordinator: 
In addition, each student must file the following directly with the Ph.D. Coordinator for the department (see address below):
  • pdf 3 letters of recommendation sent directly to the Ph.D. coordinator by the person providing the reference
  • A resume or curriculum vitae
  • A statement of why you want to pursue a Ph.D. in your chosen area of specialization, and why you think you will be successful (max. of 3 pages)
  • Evidence of any prior independent research work, such as a thesis or research papers.
  • Letter of Request for Financial Assistance, if you wish to apply for financial assistance.
 
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