Online MBA Programs and Hybrid MBA Programs that Don’t Require a GMAT, GRE or EA Test Score
For MBA applicants exploring Online MBA programs who wish to not take a standardized test, there is good news. Most Online MBA programs don’t require a standardized test score (GMAT/GRE/EA) as part of the application process. This means that if you are looking for an accredited Online MBA program but no GMAT test, you have options!
Our coverage of Online MBA programs can be organized into two categories:
- MBA Programs with no GMAT/GRE/EA Test Required
- MBA Programs that require a GMAT/GRE/EA Test but offer test waivers
Online MBA and Hybrid MBA Programs with no GMAT/GRE/EA Test Required
Here is a list of leading AACSB Accredited Online MBA programs and Hybrid MBA programs that do NOT require MBA applicants to submit a GMAT, GRE or EA test score:
- Arizona State Carey
- Boston Questrom
- Florida Warrington
- Georgia Terry
- Illinois Gies
- Indiana Kelley Direct
- Maryland Smith
- Minnesota Carlson
- Rice Jones
- SMU Cox
- UNC Kenan Flagler
- USC Marshall
- Washington Foster
Note about UNC Kenan-Flagler Online MBA Program (MBA@UNC). UNC does not require a standardized test score from MBA applicants with at least 5 years of work experience.
Online MBA and Hybrid MBA Programs that require a GMAT/GRE/EA Test but offer test waivers
While these Online MBA Programs and Hybrid MBA programs officially require applicants to submit a test, they offer test waivers for applicants who meet certain academic and work experience requirements.
- Carnegie Mellon Tepper
- Georgetown McDonough
- Ohio State Fisher
- Rice Jones
- UNC Kenan Flagler
- Michigan Ross
Note: The Michigan Ross Online MBA program offers applicants three options to fulfill their testing requirement. Applicants can 1) Submit a standardized test score (GMAT/GRE/EA) 2) Take the Michigan Ross Quantitative Readiness Course and score 80%+ on the test or 3) Apply for a Test Waiver.
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I just got rejected for WashU Olin and I have an interview invitation with Questrom. GPA continues to bother me but I addressed it in my supporting essays.
I got cancer when I was undergrad that's why my undergrad GPA is low. After MBA I want to work in consulting then make a social impact in Africa through entrepreneurship
UG Degree: BBA Financial Markets at an Accredited Institution.
Civilian Work History: 3 years as Wealth Advisor under an RIA in Minneapolis and Denver. Total AUM of ~$350-400M, served as a salaried advisor in a primary and secondary capacity. Holistic services to include investment management, estate planning, retirement planning, insurance planning, tax planning, etc.
Military History: 4 years as a supply/logistics officer heading efforts for air/ground mobility, defense contracting, supply and procurement, and fiscal budget management while located at various bases within CONUS and multiple forward deployed locations.
Professional Certifications: Obtained Certified Financial Planner designation (2022) and Series 65 (2019).
Education:
- Combined Major in Economics and Statistics
- CFA Charterholder (passed all three levels on the first attempt)
Professional Experience:
- Manager at a Big 4 firm Specializing in capital projects and infrastructure, with a role similar to investment banking
- Seven years of experience, mainly in financial services in Ghana
Extracurricular Activities:
- Pro bono capital-raising services for SMEs
- Aspiring to run a full advisory firm for SMEs in the future
- CFA exam coaching and tutorial classes for candidates
- Founder of a travel and tour club offering affordable trips to explore beautiful and historic scenes in Ghana
Will being 32 years old affect the attractiveness of my candidacy?
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Waitlisted without interview. How can I flip this in my favour?
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Applied early enough to guarantee interview.