The Executive MBA Program uses a self-managed application process. You are responsible for assembling and submitting, in one envelope, ALL elements of the EMBA application package, except for the letters of recommendation, and transcripts, which should be sent to the EMBA office directly from those parties. Be sure to clearly communicate due dates with the appropriate parties to avoid any unnecessary delays in processing your application. Receipt of your application packet will be acknowledged by email. Candidates with incomplete application packages will be notified by email specifying the missing items.
Letter of Endorsement
Candidates must be sponsored by their employing organizations and endorsed by senior management as potential general managers. In sponsoring EMBA candidates, organizations agree to release them on class days and, in some cases, to cover the program fee. Individuals who are NOT sponsored by a company, will need to submit an additional letter of recommendation in place of the Letter of Endorsement.
Letters of Recommendation
Three letters of recommendation are required and an additional one is required for self-employed applicants. You are responsible for sending the recommendation forms provided directly to your contacts for completion. Recommenders will need to address the five areas requested on the form (using their own stationery). The signed form and completed responses should be sent directly to the EMBA Program Office by those parties.
GMAT
As part of the application process, applicants must submit results of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). The GMAT measures basic verbal and mathematical aptitude and is one of several indicators used to assess a candidate's ability to succeed in the EMBA Program.
The test can be taken throughout the year. Applicants should take the GMAT by January if applying for the early decision deadline of February 1. If applying for the final deadline of May 1, the GMAT should be completed by April. In exceptional cases, applicants may take the GMAT late. However, doing so puts them at a disadvantage in the admissions process.
Candidates are advised to prepare for the GMAT by becoming familiar with the test format and content and, if necessary, reviewing algebra and geometry. GMAT preparation guides and software are available in many bookstores. Those needing further preparation should consider tutoring or refresher courses. Information on GMAT preparation is available through the EMBA office.
Test registration information may be obtained from the EMBA office or by contacting the Graduate Management Admission Council:
E-mail: GMATCandidateServicesAmericas@pearson.com
Telephone: 1-800-717-GMAT (4628)
Web site: www.mba.com
Transcripts
TWO sealed copies of official transcripts from your degree granting institution are required. For your convenience, you may use the Transcript Request Form that is included in the application to request that your transcripts be sent directly to the University of Washington Executive MBA Program. In the case of international applicants, if the original language of the academic record and diploma is not English, a certified English translation must also accompany the original document. The EMBA Program Office will secure any University of Washington transcripts.
Application Workshop
You are invited to attend an informative one-hour session to learn how to submit your best application. Workshops begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Bank of America Executive Education Center at the Michael G. Foster School of Business.
Please call us at 206-685-1333 for more information or RSVP online.
|
