Maine Business School

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• MaineMBA – Domestic Applicants
• MaineMBA – International Applicants
• MaineMBA – Accelerated Pathway for Undergraduate Students
• MaineMBA/Maine Law JD
• MaineMBA/M.S. in Information Systems
• MaineMBA/M.A. in Global Policy
• Graduate Certificate – Domestic Applicants
• Graduate Certificate – International Applicants
• Funding Information
• Scholarships
• Graduate Assistantships

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a 3.0 cumulative GPA; 3.5 preferred.
• GMAT score minimum of 500; 550 is preferred. GMAT waivers are available for qualified students.

Completed online application

• All applications are reviewed holistically – exceptional career or leadership experience may offset weak scores in some applicants. Conditional or provisional admission is available. Please note– some concentrations have additional prerequisite requirements. The entire application process is completed online. All materials should be uploaded to the Application Portal before submission. 

Contact information for three professional recommendations 

• Please include these on your resume or attach them as an additional document. 

Transcripts of all Previous College and/or University Work

• Official transcripts will be needed once the admissions decision is made. UMS students do not need to request official transcripts. 

Writing Sample

• A writing submission describing your career goals and aspirations to earn your MaineMBA is required. The submission is evaluated not only for content but also for intrinsic writing quality and strengths. The piece is no longer than 500 words in total. 

Resume/CV

• Please choose the format that works best for you. Be sure the information is current. 

GMAT Scores -or- GMAT Waiver Request Form

• All applicants must submit an official score report from the GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, or PCAT or a qualifying waiver with their application materials. 
• Please include the completed waiver with your application materials if you apply for a GMAT waiver. Your other application materials should demonstrate how you qualify for the selected option.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a 3.0 cumulative GPA; 3.5 preferred.
• GMAT score minimum of 500; 550 is preferred. GMAT waivers are available for qualified students.
• As of July 1, 2024, English Language Proficiency scores are required for all international students applying to the MBA unless the student has completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the USA or Canada (excluding Quebec province). There are no exemptions or waivers.
• International applicants should review the Office of International Programs page for more information on Visas, financial statements, and other requirements or to contact an international student advisor. International three-year degree holders are considered for admission to the Graduate School of Business. All applicants are considered on a case-by-case basis. Three-year degree holders are encouraged to apply. 
• All applications are reviewed holistically – exceptional career or leadership experience may offset weak scores in some applicants. Conditional or provisional admission is available.
• The MaineMBA is STEM Designated. 
• Please note– some concentrations have additional prerequisite requirements. 

Completed online application

• The entire application process is completed online. All materials should be uploaded to the Application Portal before submission. 

Contact information for three professional recommendations 

• Please include these on your resume or attach them as an additional document. 

Transcripts of all Previous College and/or University Work

• Official transcripts will be needed once the admissions decision is made. UMS students do not need to request official transcripts. 

Writing Sample

• A writing submission describing your career goals and aspirations to earn your MaineMBA is required. The submission is evaluated not only for content but also for intrinsic writing quality and strengths. The piece is no longer than 500 words in total. 

Resume/CV

• Please choose the format that works best for you. Be sure the information is current. 

GMAT Scores -or- GMAT Waiver Request Form

• All applicants must submit an official score report from the GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, or PCAT or a qualifying waiver with their application materials. 
• Please include the completed waiver with your application materials if you are applying for a GMAT waiver. Your other application materials should demonstrate how you qualify for the selected option. 

Transcript Evaluation

• WES or ECE certified transcript translation is required for students with degrees completed at an international institution. 

English Language Proficiency Scores

• For International applicants, a TOEFL minimum of 82 or IELTS minimum of 6.5. As of July 1, 2024, English Language Proficiency scores are required for all international students applying to the MBA unless the student has completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the USA or Canada (excluding Quebec province). There are no exemptions or waivers. Read more about the test requirements.

Certificate of Finances

• Certificate of Finances – U.S. immigration regulations require all international students to show proof of financial ability to attend an educational institution in the United States before immigration documents can be issued.

Copy of Passport or Visa

• A copy of your Passport or Visa must be uploaded to your application.
  

The Accelerated MaineMBA provides University of Maine System undergraduate students with the opportunity to begin MBA coursework during their senior year. Your first step is officially declaring your interest in the program using this brief form as well as informing your current undergraduate academic advisor. From there, you will officially be entered into our system so Cynthia D’Angelo, your designated Accelerated Pathway advisor, can assist you throughout your journey. Please note, declaring interest is not an official application to the program.

There are several key admissions requirements (GPA requirement & grade requirements are firm). Students must apply in their senior year for the term following the semester their degree is completed.

• Be a current University of Maine student
• Have completed at least 90 credit hours at the time of application
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Earn a B or higher in key undergraduate business coursework
  • Financial and Managerial Accounting 
  • Principles of Microeconomics & Principles of Macroeconomics 
  • Statistics 
  • Finance 
• Meet the Graduate School admissions requirements (bachelor’s degree & 3.0 GPA in your last 60 credit hours of undergraduate coursework)
• Please note – some concentrations have additional prerequisite requirements. 

Completed online application

• The entire application process is completed online. All materials should be uploaded to the Application Portal before submission. 

Contact information for three professional recommendations 

• Please include these on your resume or attach them as an additional document. 

Transcripts of all Previous College and/or University Work

• Official transcripts will be needed once the admissions decision is made.

Writing Sample

• A writing submission describing your career goals and aspirations to earn your MaineMBA is required. The submission is evaluated not only for content but also for intrinsic writing quality and strengths. The piece is no longer than 500 words total. 

Resume/CV

• Please choose the format that works best for you. Be sure the information is current. 

GMAT Waiver Request Form

• All Accelerated Pathway MaineMBA students must submit a completed GMAT waiver.
  

Admission to MaineLaw and the MaineMBA is required via a separate application process. 

Please note– some concentrations have additional prerequisite requirements. 

Admissions is streamlined for joint applicants. In addition to submitting a University of Maine School of Law Application, applicants should submit: 

Completed online application

• The entire application process is completed online. All materials should be uploaded to the Application Portal before submission. 

Contact information for three professional recommendations 

• Please include these on your resume or attach them as an additional document. These contacts can be the same for MaineLaw and the MaineMBA. 

Transcripts of all Previous College and/or University Work

• Official transcripts will be needed once the admissions decision is made. UMS students do not need to request official transcripts. 

LSAC Admission Essay

• You may use your LSAC admission essay for your MaineMBA application. 

Resume/CV

• Please choose the format that works best for you. Be sure the information is current. 

LSAT Scores 

• All applicants must submit an official score report from the LSAT and a completed GMAT waiver indicating the completion of the LSAT. 

International MaineMBA/Maine Law JD Applicants: 

The MaineMBA is STEM Designated. 

In addition to the requirements above, international applicants must also submit the following: 

Transcript Evaluation 

• WES or ECE certified transcript translation is required for students with transcripts in a language other than English AND/OR graded on a scale other than a 4.0. 

English Language Proficiency Scores 

• For International applicants, a TOEFL minimum of 80 or IELTS minimum of 6.5. As of July 1, 2024, English Language Proficiency scores are required for all international students applying to the program unless the student has completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the USA or Canada (excluding Quebec province). There are no exemptions or waivers. Read more about the test requirements.

Certificate of Finances 

• Certificate of Finances – U.S. immigration regulations require all international students to show proof of financial ability to attend an educational institution in the United States before immigration documents can be issued.

Copy of Passport or Visa 

• A copy of your Passport or Visa must be uploaded to your application.

Admission to the M.S. in Information Systems (MSIS) and the MaineMBA is required via a separate application process. 

Please note– some concentrations have additional prerequisite requirements. 

Admissions is streamlined for joint applicants. In addition to submitting an MSIS application, applicants should submit: 

Completed online application

• The entire application process is completed online. All materials should be uploaded to the Application Portal before submission. 

Contact information for three professional recommendations 

• Please include these on your resume or attach them as an additional document. These contacts can be the same for MSIS and the MaineMBA. 

Transcripts of all Previous College and/or University Work

• Official transcripts will be needed once the admissions decision is made. UMS students do not need to request official transcripts. 

Writing Sample

• A writing submission describing your career goals and aspirations to earn your MaineMBA is required. The submission is evaluated not only for content but also for intrinsic writing quality and strengths. The piece is no longer than 500 words total.  

Resume/CV

• Please choose the format that works best for you. Be sure the information is current. 

GMAT Scores -or- GMAT Waiver Request Form 

• All applicants must submit an official score report from the GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, or PCAT or a qualifying waiver with their application materials. 
• Please include the completed waiver with your application materials if you are applying for a GMAT waiver. Your other application materials should demonstrate how you qualify for the selected option. 
• For students already admitted to the MSIS, please select “option 1” o the GMAT waiver and include on your resume your program start date. 

International MaineMBA/MSIS Applicants: 

International applicants seeking an F-1 or J-1 student visa to study in-person in the United States will only be admitted to our MBA program’s fall semester cohort. International students who wish to complete the program online from their home country may apply and start in any semester. Special exceptions may be considered for students currently in the U.S. on a student visa.

The MaineMBA is STEM Designated. 

In addition to the requirements above, international applicants must also submit the following: 

Transcript Evaluation  

• WES or ECE certified transcript translation is required for students with transcripts in a language other than English AND/OR graded on a scale other than a 4.0. 

English Language Proficiency Scores  

• For International applicants, a TOEFL minimum of 80 or IELTS minimum of 6.5. As of July 1, 2024, English Language Proficiency scores are required for all international students applying to the program unless the student has completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the USA or Canada (excluding Quebec province). There are no exemptions or waivers. Read more about the test requirements .

Certificate of Finances  

• Certificate of Finances – U.S. immigration regulations require all international students to show proof of financial ability to attend an educational institution in the United States before immigration documents can be issued.

Copy of Passport or Visa  

• A copy of your Passport or Visa must be uploaded to your application.
  

Admission to the M.A. in Global Policy and the MaineMBA is required via a separate application process.

International applicants seeking an F-1 or J-1 student visa to study in-person in the United States will only be admitted to our MBA program’s fall semester cohort. International students who wish to complete the program online from their home country may apply and start in any semester. Special exceptions may be considered for students currently in the U.S. on a student visa.

Please note – some concentrations have additional prerequisite requirements. 

Admissions is streamlined for joint applicants. In addition to submitting a M.A. in Global Policy application, applicants should submit: 

Completed online application

• The entire application process is completed online. All materials should be uploaded to the Application Portal before submission. 

Contact information for three professional recommendations 

• Please include these on your resume or attach them as an additional document. These contacts can be the same for M.A. in Global Policy and the MaineMBA. 

Transcripts of all Previous College and/or University Work

• Official transcripts will be needed once the admissions decision is made. UMS students do not need to request official transcripts. 

Writing Sample

• A writing submission describing your career goals and aspirations to earn your MaineMBA is required. The submission is evaluated not only for content but also for intrinsic writing quality and strengths. The piece is no longer than 500 words total. 

Resume/CV

• Please choose the format that works best for you. Be sure the information is current. 

GMAT Waiver Request Form  

• All applicants must submit an official score report from the GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, or PCAT or a qualifying waiver with their application materials. 
• Please include the completed waiver with your application materials if you are applying for a GMAT waiver. Your other application materials should demonstrate how you qualify for the selected option. 
• For students already admitted to the M.A. in Global Policy, please select “option 1” o the GMAT waiver and include on your resume your program start date. 

International MaineMBA/M.A. in Global Policy Applicants: 

The MaineMBA is STEM Designated. 

In addition to the requirements above, international applicants must also submit the following: 

Transcript Evaluation  

• WES or ECE certified transcript translation is required for students with transcripts in a language other than English AND/OR graded on a scale other than a 4.0. 

English Language Proficiency Scores  

• For International applicants, a TOEFL minimum of 80 or IELTS minimum of 6.5. As of July 1, 2024, English Language Proficiency scores are required for all international students applying to the program unless the student has completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the USA or Canada (excluding Quebec province). There are no exemptions or waivers. Read more about the test requirements.

Certificate of Finances  

• Certificate of Finances – U.S. immigration regulations require all international students to show proof of financial ability to attend an educational institution in the United States before immigration documents can be issued.

Copy of Passport or Visa + 

• A copy of your Passport or Visa must be uploaded to your application.
  

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a 3.0 cumulative GPA; 3.5 preferred.

All applications are reviewed holistically – exceptional career or leadership experience may offset weak scores in some applicants. Conditional or provisional admission is available.

Completed online application  

• The entire application process is completed online. All materials should be uploaded to the Application Portal before submission. 

Contact information for three professional recommendations  

• Please include these on your resume or attach them as an additional document. 

Transcripts of all Previous College and/or University Work  

• Official transcripts will be needed once the admissions decision is made. UMS students do not need to request official transcripts. 

Writing Sample +

• A writing submission describing your career goals and aspirations to earn your MaineMBA is required. The submission is evaluated not only for content but also for intrinsic writing quality and strengths. The piece is no longer than 500 words total.

Resume/CV

• Please choose the format that works best for you. Be sure the information is current.
  

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a 3.0 cumulative GPA; 3.5 preferred.
• As of July 1, 2024, English Language Proficiency scores are required for all international students applying to the program unless the student has completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the USA or Canada (excluding Quebec province). There are no exemptions or waivers.
• International applicants should review the Office of International Programs page for more information on Visas, financial statements, and other requirements or to contact an international student advisor. International three-year degree holders are considered for admission to the Graduate School of Business. All applicants are considered on a case-by-case basis. Three-year degree holders are encouraged to apply. 
• All applications are reviewed holistically – exceptional career or leadership experience may offset weak scores in some applicants. Conditional or provisional admission is available.
• The MaineMBA is STEM Designated. 

Completed online application

• The entire application process is completed online. All materials should be uploaded to the Application Portal before submission. 

Contact information for three professional recommendations

• Please include these on your resume or attach them as an additional document. 

Transcripts of all Previous College and/or University Work

• Official transcripts will be needed once the admissions decision is made. UMS students do not need to request official transcripts. 

Writing Sample

• A writing submission describing your career goals and aspirations to earn your MaineMBA is required. The submission is evaluated not only for content but also for intrinsic writing quality and strengths. The piece is no longer than 500 words total. and how the MaineMBA will help you with your career goals. 

Resume/CV

• Please choose the format that works best for you. Be sure the information is current. 

Transcript Evaluation  

• WES or ECE certified transcript translation is required for students with transcripts in a language other than English AND/OR graded on a scale other than a 4.0. 

English Language Proficiency Scores  

• For International applicants, a TOEFL minimum of 80 or IELTS minimum of 6.5. As of July 1, 2024, English Language Proficiency scores are required for all international students applying to the program unless the student has completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the USA or Canada (excluding Quebec province). There are no exemptions or waivers. Read more about the test requirements .

Certificate of Finances  

• Certificate of Finances – U.S. immigration regulations require all international students to show proof of financial ability to attend an educational institution in the United States before immigration documents can be issued.

Copy of Passport or Visa  

• A copy of your Passport or Visa must be uploaded to your application.
  

University of Maine graduate business funding opportunities are extremely competitive and limited. Many opportunities require the filing of the FAFSA. For more information regarding Graduate School of Business Funding opportunities, please visit our Funding Website.

• The Graduate School of Business offers small partial scholarships to qualifying students. For more information on current scholarships, please email mba@maine.edu.
• The University of Maine scholarship search tool, Scholarship Universe, is available to all University of Maine students. You gain access to this tool after being accepted to the program. You can learn more about Scholarship Universe here: Scholarships – Student Financial Aid – University of Maine (umaine.edu)
• The University of Maine Graduate School awards scholarships through a highly competitive nomination process. Students interested in being nominated should contact mba@maine.edu. Scholarships – University of Maine Graduate School – University of Maine (umaine.edu) 
  

• Most assistantships require the filing of the Federal Application for Student Aid, or the FAFSA. 
• The Graduate School of Business Graduate Assistantships are highly competitive. Applications are reviewed annually at the start of the new calendar year. Applications are due January 15th. If you are interested in applying, please do so here: MaineMBA Graduate Assistantship Application – UMaine (umaine.edu) 
• Many other departments and offices at the University of Maine have Graduate Assistantships available to students. Students can read more about University funding here: Fund your graduate degree | University of Maine Graduate School (umaine.edu)