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The Virginia Tech MBA Program office requires an application, $45 application fee, GMAT score (the GMAT code for the MBA Full Time program is 53B-XS-08), 2 letters of recommendation, official transcripts, and a TOEFL if applicable.  All applications and supporting documents should be directed to:

Admissions Coordinator
Virginia Tech MBA Program
1044 Pamplin Hall
Blacksburg, VA 24061

Please be reminded that you should also send an official transcript to the Graduate School at:

Graduate Admissions
134 GLC at Donaldson Brown
Blacksburg, VA 24061

DEADLINES FOR FULL-TIME ADMISSION
We are currently accepting applications.

May 1 - International application deadline.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants to the Pamplin MBA must have submitted a complete application and must have received a four-year bachelor of  science or bachelor of arts degree from an accredited college or university.  Generally, applicants should have at least a B average in previous course work.  The Virginia Tech MBA program no longer has formal academic prerequisitie courses required in Accounting and Calculus; however we do now require our entering students to successfully complete MBA Math. MBA Math is a learning tool specifically designed for meeting the quantitative learning needs of incoming MBA students. This program will prepare you for the necessary skills in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Microsoft Excel, and Statistics, all courses and software tools you will use throughout your Virginia Tech MBA experience. Further details on registering and completing this entry requirement are given to newly admitted students upon the receipt of the $500 seat deposit.  All full-time students will be required to have a laptop computer with wireless network capabilities.  Students must keep their computer hardware and software up to date during the program.  The Pamplin College of Business publishes the minimum computer hardware and software standards each year.

DEPARTMENTAL INTERVIEWS
All qualified Full-time applicants will be contacted to schedule an evaluative interview.  These interviews can be conducted by telephone, but applicants are strongly encouraged to visit our Blacksburg campus for an in-person interview when possible.  Interviews are also conducted at the Richmond and Roanoke locations on various dates.

VIRGINIA TECH/THUNDERBIRD DUAL DEGREE
Virginia Tech has established a dual degree program with Thunderbird, the American Graduate School of International Management.  At the end of this program, successful students will receive both a Pamplin MBA and a Thunderbird masters in international management (MIM).  Students must apply to and be accepted by both universities.  Contact the Pamplin Office of Graduate and International Programs for details.

TUITION AND FEES
For information on tuition and fees, please visit the Bursar website at:  http://www.bursar.vt.edu/.

For detailed information on instate residency and tuition, please visit the Graduate School website at:  http://www.grads.vt.edu/financial/tuition_residency/instate_residency.html.

FINANCIAL AID
All accepted applicants are reviewed for eligibility for departmental financial aid to include both assistantships and scholarships.  If awarded financial aid, the Pamplin MBA Office will supply a detailed letter outlining the details of the award.  Should you have any questions about this aid, please contact the Pamplin MBA Office at (540) 231-6152.

The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid also supplies financial aid, scholarships and loans.  The application for this financial aid and details and deadlines can be found at:  http://www.finaid.vt.edu/.  Please contact their office directly with questions pertaining to this aid.  Students can only be considered for need-based financial aid if a FAFSA form has been filed.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS
It is critical that the Pamplin MBA Office be able to contact you while processing your application.  Please notify the office and the Virginia Tech Graduate School of any change in your mailing and/or e-mail address.

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
International applicants must submit all materials required of U.S. citizens.  All application materials, including transcripts, must be translated in English.  In addition, international applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency and must supply other information in accordance with immigration restrictions.  The additional processing of international applicants is completed by the Virginia Tech Graduate School rather than by the Pamplin Office of Graduate and International Programs.  Applicants should address all questions about these special requirements to the Virginia Tech Graduate School at (540) 231-8636.

• English Proficiency

All international applicants whose first language is not English and who did not obtain a degree from a U.S., British, or Canadian (excluding Quebec) college or university  are required to submit the results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language  (TOEFL).  The minimum required score is 213 computer-based ( 79-80 internet-based or 550 for the paper-based test).  Please request that TOEFL scores be sent to Virginia Tech (ETS Institutional Code 5859).

International students admitted to the MBA may also be required to complete an English placement test administered by the Graduate School during the week before classes begin.  Students who pass this exam are certified as proficient.  Students who demonstrate a need for remedial instruction will be required to enroll in a separate course at their own expense.  Such study is counted as a part of the student’s regular course load for administrative purposes but does not count as required or elective courses in the MBA plan of study.

• International Financial Certification and Entrance Documents

The Virginia Tech Graduate School must receive financial certification documents no later than May 15 to assure sufficient time for processing.  For information on these documents, you can contact the Graduate School at (540) 231-8636.  No international student will be permitted to register for classes prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Eligibility (I-20 AB or IAP-66) and the approval of the U.S. Immigration Service.

SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Virginia Tech is committed to providing appropriate services and accommodations to allow identified students with disabilities access to academic programs.  To achieve this goal, the University provides services through the Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) office.  For more information, please visit http://www.ssd.vt.edu/.

PROGRAM DEPOSIT
Please note that once admitted students will be required to pay a non-refundable $500.00 seat deposit.  This $500.00 will reserve that student’s seat in the entering class and will be applied toward fall semester tuition and fees.  Information about the deposit and payment due date will be included with the acceptance letter.