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MSFA ADMISSIONS

Admission to the MSFA program is competitive, based on an applicant’s ability to meet a range of application criteria. Applicants are admitted to the program in fall quarter only (no admission in winter, spring or summer quarters).

 

Application Deadlines

Now accepting MSFA applications for Fall, 2010.  

To update a 2009 MSFA application, please e-mail gradadmissions@sba.pdx.edu.

 

Fall 2010 Admissions Term

The next admissions term will begin in Fall 2010. The admissions committee meets from November to June and reviews applications in cycles. Due to the large number of applications received, complete applications will be processed first.

 Fall 2010 Application Deadlines
Application Cycle  Application Due  
 Decision Date
on or before
First Round  November 1, 2009  December 15, 2009
Second Round
 February 1, 2010 April 30, 2010
Final Round
 April 1, 2010 May 15, 2010
  • Final Deadline for applicants interested in applying for all scholarships and Graduate Assistantships is February 1, 2010 (Financial Aid)
  • Applications received after the April 1st deadline may be considered for admission on a space available basis. Applicants should contact the Graduate Business Programs Office at 503-725-8001 or via e-mail at gradinfo@sba.pdx.edu for further details and space availability.
  • Please be aware that there are prerequisite classes required for the MSFA program. These classes start the first week of June. International applicants accepted after the April 1st deadline might miss the start of the summer term MSFA prerequisite classes due to difficulties in obtaining a US student visa. 

 

Each applicant must submit TWO (2) different application packets:

  • Packet 1

    Office of Admissions & Records
    Portland State University
    PO Box 901
    Portland OR 97207 

 

  • Packet 2

    MSFA Program
    School of Business Administration
    Portland State University
    PO Box 751
    Portland OR 97207

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Requirements for getting into the MSFA Program:

  • The equivalent of a US four-year bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

  • Official transcripts from an accredited university.

  • Official GMAT score sent directly from the Educational Testing Services to the SBA. Scores should indicate a strong aptitude for business studies.

  • Resume illustrating solid work experience