General
How long will it take to complete the MBA program?
How many credits are in the MBA program?
What are your admission requirements?
When will I attend classes?
What is your minimum GMAT score?
Can I waive the GMAT?
Are there any prerequisites required for admission?
Can I take the prerequisites someplace other than Lehigh?
Is an interview required?
Is work experience required?
What factors does the Admission Committee consider when evaluating my application?
How can I gauge my chances for admission to Lehigh?
Does Lehigh accept transfer credits to the MBA program?
Can I begin classes as a non-degree student and then apply to the MBA program?
How do I arrange for a campus visit?
When are your information sessions?
Can I visit a class?
Can I change from part time to full time MBA study?

Financing
What are the tuition costs?
What types of financial aid are available?
I am reimbursed for tuition by my employer. Does Lehigh offer tuition deferment?

Application
Where can I access an application?
What are your application deadlines?
Where should I mail my application materials?
Must I submit my application documents in one package?
When will I receive an admissions decision?

International Applicants
Do I need a TOEFL?
What are your recommended TOEFL scores?
My TOEFL scores fall below the minimum. Does Lehigh offer conditional admission?
What documents should I submit as evidence of financial support?
Are international students eligible for financial aid?

The full time program can be completed in as little as 16 months without an internship, two years with an internship. The part time program can be completed in as little as two and one-half years, but most students take three years to complete it.

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There are 36 credit hours in both the full time and the part time program.

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You may view our admission requirements on Lehigh’s MBA admissions web page.
http://www.lehighmba.com/admissions.asp

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Full time and part time students attend classes together. There is a mix of evening, daytime and weekend classes, with classes primarily in the evening. Students may mix and match on campus, online, and satellite courses to achieve the degree.

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Performance on the GMAT is a good indicator of success in the program.
While we do not have a minimum GMAT score, we look for strong quantitative ability as evidenced in the mathematical portion of the GMAT. Most of our students score in the 70th percentile or above on their total score, a good measure of the strength of your peers.

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You are required to submit a GMAT score unless you have achieved a Ph. D degree.

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Prerequisites are not required in order to be admitted to the program. The program has four prerequisites: Principles of Economics, Financial Accounting, Statistics and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent. The prerequisites must be completed prior to specific core course work. Students can begin regular MBA course work and complete prerequisite course work simultaneously.

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Lehigh offers the prerequisite courses on line, a convenience of which most students take advantage. Principles of Economics and Statistics may be taken at another university upon submission and approval of a course syllabus. Financial accounting may be taken at another university but you must successfully pass the MBA program's accounting proficiency test in order to complete the prerequisite.

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An interview is not required, but we strongly encourage all applicants to the College of Business and Economics to interview with a member of the Admissions staff. The admissions interview will give you an opportunity to showcase your strengths and talents. Please call +1-610-758-5280 or email mba.admissions@lehigh.edu to schedule an interview.

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The Admission Committee strongly recommends a minimum of two years of work experience. The average work experience of our student body is eight years. Professional work experience adds to a competitive application and to your classroom experience.

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Each applicant presents a unique skill set for consideration. Your application is carefully evaluated upon your academic abilities, motivation, and maturity to complete graduate studies successfully. Evaluated areas also include past academic performance, leadership skills, accomplishments, and contribution to the learning environment.

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The MBA Admissions office is happy to schedule an individual appointment with you to discuss your credentials and your goals, and to discuss with you the opportunities available to you as a Lehigh MBA student. To schedule an appointment, please contact Lehigh MBA Admissions at +1-610-758-5280 or by email at mba.admissions@lehigh.edu.

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We accept a maximum of six credit hours from an AACSB accredited institution. The courses to be transferred must be graduate level course work completed within the past five years with a grade of at least “B”. An official transcript, course description, course syllabus and student petition must be submitted for evaluation. Courses may not have been used towards a prior graduate degree. Approved transfer courses will count toward elective course work only. Due to the integrated nature of the Lehigh core curriculum, core courses may not be waived.

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The MBA Admissions staff would be happy to arrange a class visit for you. Please contact us at least one week prior to your desired visit date so that we may make arrangements for you. MBA Admissions may be reached at mba.admissions@lehigh.edu or by phone at +1-610-758-5280.

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Financing

Tuition for the 2006-2007 academic year is $630 per credit hour for domestic and international students. Tuition may increase in subsequent years at the discretion of Lehigh University's Board of Trustees.

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The College of Business and Economics administers its own financial aid to full time MBA students in the form of teaching assistantships, graduate assistantships and business analysts in the Small Business Development Center. College awarded financial aid is determined based upon merit. Undergraduate GPA, test scores, and in some cases, work experience are considered when awarding this type of financial aid. There is no minimum test score for consideration, but most students receiving aid score in excess of 600 on the GMAT.

Information on federal financial aid may be obtained through Lehigh University’s Office of Financial aid.

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Tuition deferment is available for students whose employers reimburse their tuition. Students must fill out the deferment form for each semester in which they participate. A $50 fee per term applies.

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Application

Where can I access an application?

A copy of our application booklet may be downloaded here. Our online application may be accessed here.

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When will I receive an admissions decision?

You will receive an admissions decision from Lehigh 7-10 business days after receipt of your complete application. Admissions decisions are communicated via U.S. mail

International Applicants

Do I need a TOEFL?

Lehigh requires the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) for all applicants if your native language is not English, even when English has been the medium of instruction in an undergraduate academic program. If you have completed at least 1 year of study in a U.S. university, you may be exempt from the TOEFL. Information on the TOEFL may be found at www.toefl.org. Lehigh’s institution code number is 2365.

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What are your recommended TOEFL scores?

Paper Based TOEFL – 600
Computer Based TOEFL (CAT) – 250
Internet Based TOEFL (iBT) – 94

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English fluency is critical to your success as a Lehigh MBA student. An international applicant with TOEFL scores below the recommended minimum may qualify for conditional admission if other aspects of your application are strong. An applicant given conditional admission would be required to complete at least one term of Lehigh University’s English as a Second Language Step-up program prior to matriculation into the MBA program.

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Current U.S. immigration regulations stipulate that international applicants must provide evidence of financial support for the first year of graduate study. Acceptable documents include original or notarized bank statements. If the bank statements are not held by you, you must provide an original letter of sponsorship in which the holder of the account(s) attests that he/she will fund your first year of graduate study at Lehigh.

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International students are eligible for financial aid awarded through the MBA program. In addition to regular application materials, a Test of Spoken English (TSE) or a Lehigh University SPEAK score must be submitted to the MBA program to be considered for teaching and graduate assistantships.

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