{"id":3887,"date":"2024-05-14T17:29:40","date_gmt":"2024-05-14T21:29:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/?page_id=3887"},"modified":"2026-01-29T13:49:55","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T18:49:55","slug":"admissions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/phd-program\/admissions\/","title":{"rendered":"Admissions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-amp-picture--cover alignfull hero-image-banner wp-block-amp-picture\">\n\t<picture\n\t\tclass=\"wp-block-amp-picture__picture\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"width: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/PhD-Hero-Image-1920x795.png\" media=\"(min-width: 1920px)\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/PhD-Hero-Image-1440x596.png\" media=\"(min-width: 1080px)\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/PhD-Hero-Image-1080x609.png\" media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\tid=\"wp-block-amp-picture-6a04c908c3c73\"\n\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/PhD-Hero-Image-768x609.png\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"wp-block-amp-picture__image wp-block-amp-picture__image--cover\"\n\t\t\talt=\"Group of PhD Graduates posing for photo\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-amp-picture__overlay\" style=\"opacity: 0.6\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/picture>\n\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull hero-image-banner__group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group hero-image-banner__columns is-content-justification-left is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-12f0d32a wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull wp-container-content-9cfa9a5a is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-1322f107 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-1f8ac0a3 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading hero-image-banner__heading has-white-color has-text-color has-h-1-font-size\" style=\"line-height:0.9;text-transform:uppercase\">PhD Program Admissions<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7925b49a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b5a6612ca389381f40a5dfa4dee349c3\">Ready to take the next step? 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class=\"section-nav__link\" title=\"PhD Directory\" data-id=\"11046\">PhD Directory<\/a><\/li>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"section-nav__ctas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"section-nav__breadcrumbs\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/phd-program\/\" title=\"PhD Program\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tPhD Program\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"breadcrumb-separator\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"current-page\">\n\t\t\t\tAdmissions\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-1-font-size\">Applying to the PhD Programs at Questrom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>BU provides generous support to its PhD students. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/admission-funding\/phd-funding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">support <\/a>includes a full tuition scholarship, fully covered student fees, payment of the premium for you to participate in BU\u2019s student health insurance plan, and a stipend to cover living expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer three PhD in business programs: PhD in Business Administration, PhD in Mathematical Finance, and PhD in Business Economics. The PhD in Business Administration offers seven <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/phd-program\/academics\/\">academic disciplines<\/a>. Our PhD community is small, we seek candidates who will thrive in an open environment where collaboration and collegiality are key.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When we review applicants, we consider analytical skills, GMAT and GRE scores, academic background, and research fit\u2014we want to ensure that your research goals are a good match with our faculty, who provide exceptional support and expertise. Our aim is to create a class of diverse and dedicated researchers. PhD candidates at Questrom come from a variety of impressive backgrounds, not just in academics but in culture, life experience, and professional work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/phd-program\/admissions\/#deadlines\">Admissions Deadlines<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/phd-program\/admissions\/#checklist\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--95);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--95)\">Admissions Checklist<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ready to Take the Next Step<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We want to get to know you better through your application beyond the numbers. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds\u2014not just business\u2014to apply to Questrom. We look forward to hearing from you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">Application Form<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px;width:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When you\u2019re ready, start with our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/bu-questrom.liaisoncas.com\/applicant-ux\/#\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online application form<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may submit one application to Questrom per entry term, and you can check the status of an existing application at any time by logging into your application portal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review the&nbsp;<a href=\"\/questrom\/phd-program\/admissions\/#checklist\">admissions checklist<\/a>&nbsp;to stay on top of required materials, and keep an eye on our deadlines, too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feel free to contact us with any questions along the way. We want the admissions process to be as simple and transparent as possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Graduate Admissions and Financial Aid Office<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Phone: (617) 353-2670&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email: questromphd@bu.edu&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">Re-applicants<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you choose to reapply, please note that the Graduate Admissions and Financial Aid Office keeps application records on file for one year. Reapplicants are required to submit the following:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a new application form and fee ($125)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>an essay discussing updates or changes in research interests and experiences since the time of the previous application&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reasons for re-applying<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>an updated resume<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a letter of recommendation from a new reference who was not included in your previous year\u2019s application&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>official university-level transcripts (if the re-applicant has taken new coursework since the time of their first application)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>updated GMAT or GRE results (if applicable) <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\" id=\"waiver\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">Application Fee Waiverability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Graduate Admissions and Financial Aid Office will waive the application fee for current BU employees, as well as for those who attended select admissions events and off-site fairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, we will waive the application fee for those who are members or alumni of the following programs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>The US Military<\/td><td>AmeriCorps<\/td><td>Education Pioneers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The Peace Corps<\/td><td>Teach for America<\/td><td>City Year Corps <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>To take advantage of this waiver, please fill out&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/application-fee-waiver-request\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this form<\/a>&nbsp;once your application has been started.&nbsp;Your CAS ID can be found at the top right of the online application.&nbsp;Once we process your fee waiver request, you\u2019ll receive a follow-up email with additional instructions on how to submit your application.<strong>&nbsp;DO NOT click \u201csubmit and pay for programs\u201d prior to receiving these instructions.&nbsp;We are unable to offer application fee refunds.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the high volume of applications we receive, your application fee waiver may take a few business days to process. If you submit this request before or on one of our application deadlines but do not receive a confirmation from us that same day, your application will still be considered \u201con time\u201d for the deadline to which you applied.&nbsp;You must submit your waiver request before you submit your application in order for the fee waiver to be applied.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note: If you have been approved for an application fee waiver and are applying to one of our dual degree programs, the application fee waiver will be applied to your Questrom application only. You will still need to pay the required application fee for the other school at BU to which you are applying.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-p-1-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/application-fee-waiver-request\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Fee Waiver Request Form<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull deadlines has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-1-font-size\" id=\"deadlines\" style=\"line-height:1\">Admissions Deadlines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group deadlines__table-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Entry Date<\/th><th>Application Deadline<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>August 2026<\/td><td>January 7, 2026<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>All applications must be submitted and received by the Questrom School of Business by January 7. All supporting materials\u2014including letters of recommendation, GMAT\/GRE scores, and language exam scores\u2014must be received by January 15 for your application to be reviewed and evaluated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Late applications will not be accepted under any circumstances. <\/strong>Applications submitted by January 7 but missing required components <strong>will not be reviewed or evaluated<\/strong> unless all materials are received by January 15. It is the applicant\u2019s sole responsibility to ensure their application is complete; we do not provide status updates via email. Additionally, please note that we do not offer pre-evaluations of applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>All admission decisions will be communicated by April 15.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--310);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--310)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-85446c76 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ac3fef3b wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group community-columns is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b3c38d55 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group community-heading wp-container-content-e7bfab89 is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-864899b7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c4d06299 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"checklist\">Admissions Checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\"><br><strong>Remember<\/strong>: You may submit one application per entry term, and you can check the status of an existing application at any time. The Graduate Admissions and Financial Aid Office keeps all records on file for one year. Once you\u2019ve applied, we\u2019ll begin the review process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-primary-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bu-questrom.liaisoncas.com\/applicant-ux\/#\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Start Application<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group community-headline is-vertical is-content-justification-right is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-39769c5a wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8e60f446 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-left-color:var(--wp--preset--color--questrom-red);border-left-width:1px;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--2);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--2)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-4-font-size\" style=\"font-weight:500\">We&#8217;re here to help. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.5\">We know the application process can take a lot of time and effort. If you have any questions, please email or call us at (617) 353-2670. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:questromphd@bu.edu\">Email Our Team<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px;width:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">Application Form<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">Applications must be submitted via the online application portal to be considered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1c719467 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bu-questrom.liaisoncas.com\/applicant-ux\/#\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submit Online<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/application-fee-waiver-request\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Waiver Request Form<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">Application Fee<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">$125 application fee payable by credit\/debit cards only. Required unless <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/phd-program\/admissions\/#waiver\">waived<\/a> by the Graduate Admissions and Financial Aid Office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1c719467 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bu-questrom.liaisoncas.com\/applicant-ux\/#\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submit Online<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/application-fee-waiver-request\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Waiver Request Form<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">Personal Statement<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">There is no word limit for the personal statement; however, applicants are encouraged to respond thoughtfully to the prompt, ensuring their statement clearly reflects their experiences and research interests.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bu-questrom.liaisoncas.com\/applicant-ux\/#\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submit Online<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">Resume<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">Resumes should be current and include all professional work experience since completing an undergraduate degree. Applicants are also encouraged to include relevant research links and publications, where applicable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bu-questrom.liaisoncas.com\/applicant-ux\/#\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submit Online<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">University- Level Transcripts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">Transcripts for any coursework completed, including study abroad, transfer credits, and post-graduate work. Unofficial documents will be accepted for admission consideration. Official copies will be required for incoming students prior to matriculation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-458daba3 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bu-questrom.liaisoncas.com\/applicant-ux\/#\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submit Online (Preferred)<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:questromappdocs@bu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submit via Email<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">GMAT and\/or GRE Results<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">A GMAT or GRE score is a required component of the PhD application process at Questrom. Waivers are not available, and an exam score must be uploaded at the time of application. Unofficial score reports are acceptable for initial review; however, official scores will be required from incoming students prior to matriculation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-458daba3 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bu-questrom.liaisoncas.com\/applicant-ux\/#\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Electronic (Preferred)<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:questromappdocs@bu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submit via Email<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mba.com\/exams\/gmat\/after-the-exam\/gmat-scores-and-score-reports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Request Official Scores<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">Three Letters of Recommendation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">Three letters of recommendation are required for PhD applications. Please ensure that your recommenders submit their letters by the deadline listed above. Recommenders should be individuals who know you well\u2014professionally or academically\u2014and can speak to your interests, goals, and qualifications.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1c719467 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bu-questrom.liaisoncas.com\/applicant-ux\/#\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submit Online (Preferred)<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:questromappdocs@bu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submit Via Email<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">English Language Exam<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">Required for international applicants, unless waived. See more information on accepted exams and the waiver policy in the \u201cInformation for International Students\u201d section outlined below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-458daba3 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bu-questrom.liaisoncas.com\/applicant-ux\/#\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submit Online (Preferred)<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:questromappdocs@bu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submit Via Email<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Application Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px;width:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">GRE and GMAT Information<br><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">GMAT and GRE test scores are valid for 5 years, and you should upload an unofficial copy with your online application. You can register for the GMAT exam at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mba.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mba.com<\/a>, and the GRE at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ets.org\/gre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ets.org<\/a>. You may also wish to familiarize yourself with these tests by viewing free GMAT&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gmatfree.com\/gmat-sample-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sample questions<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mba.com\/us\/the-gmat-exam\/prepare-for-the-gmat-exam\/test-prep-materials\/free-gmat-prep-software.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">practice tests<\/a>, as well as free GRE&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ets.org\/gre\/revised_general\/prepare?WT.ac=grehome_greprepare_b_130807\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">preparation materials<\/a>, though we do not endorse any particular prep source and encourage you to do your own research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">Information for International Students<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\"><strong>English Language Proficiency:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">Candidates who have earned or will have completed at least two years of a bachelor\u2019s or master\u2019s degree at an institution in which the language of instruction was solely based in English are eligible for an automatic TOEFL\/IELTS\/PTE waiver. Candidates must present evidence of language of instruction with the application for admission. Appropriate documentation includes a transcript coversheet, an official statement from the university, or a link to the institution\u2019s website that specifies that the mode of instruction is English. Additionally, candidates who have or will have worked for at least two years in a full-time, post-bachelor\u2019s degree position in the US are eligible for an automatic waiver. If you do not meet this criteria but would like to be considered for a waiver, you can submit a written request highlighting your experience with and proficiency in the English language to&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:questromphd@bu.edu\">questromphd@bu.edu&nbsp;<\/a>prior to the submission of your application. The admissions committee will consider these requests on a case by case basis. If you are submitting test results with your application, please be advised that tests are valid for two years. We are currently accepting Duolingo scores in addition to TOEFL and IELTS.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">To access the Duolingo test, go to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/englishtest.duolingo.com\/applicants\">https:\/\/englishtest.duolingo.com\/applicants<\/a>.&nbsp; Select Boston University Graduate &amp; Professional Programs as a score recipient, and email&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:questromappdocs@bu.edu\">questromappdocs@bu.edu<\/a>&nbsp;with your name and the date you have taken the Duolingo test.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">TOEFL: BU\u2019s TOEFL code is 3087. A minimum score of 90 on the iBT is recommended. For tests scored on the new &#8220;1-6&#8221; scale introduced on January 21, 2026, a minimum total score of 4.5 is recommended.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">IELTS: Competitive applicants typically score a minimum of 6.5 on each band.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">PTE: As more candidates submit the PTE, we are developing updated standards for our requirements. As new information becomes available, it will be posted here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">Duolingo: A minimum score of 120 is recommended.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\"><br><strong>Undergraduate Degrees:<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">We require that applicants hold a four-year bachelor\u2019s degree from an accredited US institution or its international equivalent. If you have earned a three-year degree that is the equivalent of a four-year degree in the US, it will be accepted in the admissions process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">Diplomas, the Higher National Diploma (H.N.D.), certificates, memberships or associate memberships in some professional organizations, and some bachelor\u2019s and technical degrees are not considered equivalent to a U.S. bachelor\u2019s degree for the purpose of gaining admission to Questrom School of Business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size\">For example, if you earned a three-year degree in India, your degree will qualify you to be considered for admission. 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