A Small Program With Big Benefits

How exciting that you are considering getting your MBA. For me, this journey was not only rewarding in itself but pivotal in my career development. It took me beyond the point of questioning my ability to allowing me to feel accomplished and confident.

The UT Dallas Full-Time MBA is different than many programs out there. Like most, our students are driven and hard working—and given the university’s research orientation, very smart. But they are also students who are seeking a “family” to go through this with—together. When we conduct our mid-program survey, almost unanimously the small program size is what students identify as the program’s greatest strength. We know each and every student personally. We wouldn’t want it any other way.

I encourage you to take a few minutes, get to know us and find your place within this company of smart people.

Academics

Combining your experience with the Full-Time MBA curriculum will prepare you to switch industries or advance your career. Whatever your motivation for getting an MBA, this fast-paced program will position you to make the next step.

• A new class of 60 begins each fall.
• UT Dallas Full-Time MBA offers more than 100 business electives to choose from, more than any other public university in the state of Texas.
• The two-year curriculum is completed in 16 months.
• The MBA degree requires 53 credits—29 core and 24 elective.
• Students may select from more than 10 concentrations.

Our curriculum is designed to produce problem solvers—professionals who produce measurable and defensible results. Employers repeatedly tell us this is why they hire our MBA graduates. Learn more about our curriculum.

Application Procedures

To apply for Fall entry in a given year we’ll need:

• Completed online application
• Transcripts
• GMAT score(s)
• Resume
• Essays (2 required, one additional for scholarship)
• 3 Letters of Recommendation
• English Proficiency test from International Applicants
• Application fees $100 Domestic/ $150 International

Applications will be considered once all materials are received. Go to the Applications Requirements page for a complete list of deadlines and requirements.

Tuition and Fees

With in-state residents paying about $26,000 in tuition and fees for the entire program, we’ve proven that excellence is affordable. Consider these facts as well:

• 75% of students receive some level of scholarship.
• All scholarships are merit based and given at the time of admission in the form of tuition waivers or teaching assistantships.
• Scholarship recipients receive automatic in-state tuition.
• Additional cost of $2,300 +/- for international trip.

Visit our Tuition and Fees page for complete information.

Life in Dallas

• Dallas is the fourth largest metro area in the U.S.–only New York, LA, and Chicago are bigger.
• 46 of the top Fortune 1000 companies are headquartered in the Dallas area.
• CNBC ranks Texas as the best state to do business in.
• CNNMoney rates Dallas as the fastest growing city in 2010.
• BusinessWeek rates Dallas as the 3rd best city for new graduates—behind Houston and D.C.
• According to Hispanics Magazine, Dallas is ranked as one of the top five cities for Hispanics.
• Black Enterprise Magazine ranked Dallas as one of the 10 best cities for African-Americans.
• Dallas has the highest number of shopping centers & restaurants per capital in the U.S.
• The Dallas area is home to five professional sports teams—Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Stars and FC Dallas.

Student Experience

While the Full-Time MBA program is academically rigorous, students take time for life outside of class, including:

• Business Case Competitions
• Company Visits
• University research center participation
• Student Organizations
• Intramural Sports
• Community service projects
• Happy hours
• Networking events

These are just some of the ways our students spend their time outside the classroom, enriching both their personal and professional life.

Check out our Full-Time MBA Facebook Page to learn more.

Ready to Learn More?

• Register to attend one of our Information
  Sessions (on-line or in-person).
• Schedule a one-on-one appointment with our
  Assistant Director.
• Obtain an online information packet here.

Get Started on your Online Application.