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What’s new at Stony Brook University MBA? All those who are planning to take admissions in MBA for Spring 2024 the application deadline is Nov. 1, 2024. GMAT/GRE testing is optional.  Exam results should be submitted by applicants who have a total college GPA of less than 3.2 to support their application.

Read - Study Guide to USA for International Students

Stony Brook University MBA Requirements 2023

A GPA of 3.0 in prior academic work is required for admission. GPA below 3.0 could be considered in exceptional cases for conditional admission to the College of Business. If admitted on a conditional basis, students must achieve a 3.0 GPA in the first semester to continue the chosen course.

As an international student, you will be required to demonstrate English proficiency.

  • IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 (with no sub-scores below 6)

 OR

  • TOEFL internet-based: Overall score of 80

The admission committee looks for a minimum GMAT score of 550. However, applications are still reviewed for admission if the scores are less than required. The submission of the official copy of the GMAT score is mandatory for the final processing of the admission application.

Note: Candidates may apply for a GMAT waiver if they think they qualify for an exemption. All GMAT/GRE waivers will be considered on a case-by-case basis. An approved waiver request does not guarantee admission to the chosen course.

English Language Requirements 

A copy of one of the following documents must also be submitted by applicants whose undergraduate studies were done in a language other than English:

  • a TOEFL score of 80 or higher on the internet version.  Test results from the TOEFL iBT® Home Edition are accepted. 
  • an IELTS test result with a total score of 6.5 or higher and no subscores lower than 6.0

To assess an application for potential admission, official scores are necessary. Candidates who don't achieve the required test scores won't be taken into consideration.

Documents required

MBA      

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume
  • GMAT Score
  • TOEFL or IELTS
  • Proof of satisfactory completion (grade of ‘C’ or better) of a three-credit hour Calculus course. (This requirement can be waived off on request based on the student's undergraduate major, business experience, and career aspirations)

Stony Brook University MBA Tuition Fees

For international students, theStony Brook University MBA fees for 2023-24 is USD 27, 734 (excluding living expenses).

  • In INR the tuition fee for first year for MBA is INR 22,77,239. 
  • Other expenses for international graduates in 1st year are mentioned below:

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components

Amount

Hostel & Meals

INR 11,24,086

*Source- official university site

Also read- Cost of Studying in the USA for International Students.

Stony Brook University MBA Admission Dates 

International graduates wishing to enroll in the MBA in the spring of 2024 must submit their applications by November 1, 2024.

Stony Brook University MBA Acceptance Rate

At Stony Brook University, the acceptance rate for the MBA is 44%. Graduate admissions are not particularly competitive.  Admission offers are made to applicants with exceptional academic records and extracurricular activities and include the necessary GMAT & GRE scores.

Make careful to work on each component of the application in order to be accepted to the Stony Brook MS in CS. These consist of undergraduate GPA, IELTS/TOEFL results, recommendation letters, etc.

Stony Brook University Cost of Living 2023

Graduate and Family Housing

Graduate students, families and graduate Health Science Centre students can all live on campus in apartments. On the West Campus, Schomburg flats and West Apartments offer four to six one-bedroom flats with communal kitchen and bathroom facilities.

Estimated Graduate Cost of Living Based on 12 Credits per Semester/Off-Campus Housing

Indirect Costs

International Student Expenses

Books

$900

Transportation

$3,968

Personal

$16,940

Total

$21,808

Source: Stony Brook University

Stony Brook MBA Ranking

According to THE (Times Higher Education) 2023 Stony Brook University is ranked at #301-350. The university is well known for its MBA program in U.S. 

Ranked By

2023

THE (Times Higher Education) - PG Business and Economics

#301-400

Stony Brook University VS University of Florida VS Arizona State University

The best universities in U.S.A. for MBA degrees are shown in the table below. This information is from the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings.

University

Times Higher Education (THE) 2023 Ranking - PG Business and Economics

Stony Brook University

#301-400

University of Florida

#61

Arizona State University 

#82

The first-year tuition fee for MBA courses offered at the above-given universities are:

University 

First-Year Tuition Fee

Stony Brook University

INR 22,77,239

Arizona State University 

INR 49,27,093

University of Florida

INR 26,80,153

(Source: studyabroad.shiksha.com)

(Note: The tuition fees given above are subject to change)

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SBU MBA/PGDM FAQs

Q:   What are admission requirements for MBA at Stony Brook University?

A: 

GPA of 3.0 in prior academic work is required for admission. GPA below 3.0 could be considered in exceptional cases for conditional admission to the College of Business. If admitted on conditional basis, students must achieve a 3.0 GPA in the first semester in order to continue the chosen study course.

As an international student, you will be required to demonstrate English proficiency.

IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 (with no sub-scores below 6)

 OR

TOEFL internet-based: Overall score of 80

The admission committee looks for a minimum GMAT score of 550. However, applications are still reviewed for admission if the scores are less than required. The submission of the official copy of the GMAT score is mandatory for final processing of admission application.

Note: Candidates may apply for a GMAT waiver if they think they qualify for an exemption. All GMAT/GRE waivers will be considered on a case-by-case basis. An approved waiver request does not guarantee admission to the chosen course.

Q:   Is Stony Brook good for MBA?

A: 

A Stony Brook University MBA with AACSB accreditation provides students with a top-notch education to help them succeed in a cutthroat business environment as well as the outstanding value of SUNY tuition rates. Also, an entirely online option for the regular MBA degree is now available through the College of Business. The MBA degree prepares students for employment in strategic management of firms, healthcare organisations, government agencies, and non-profit organisations, regardless of whether they have prior business experience.

Q:   How long is an MBA at Stony Brook?

A: 

48 to 36 credits. Attend either full-time or part-time. The fall and spring semesters, as well as the three-week winter term and two six-week summer sessions, all offer classes. For full-time students, the completion period normally lasts 12 to 18 months.

Q:   What GPA do you need to pursue MBA from Stony Brook?

A: 

A minimum grade point average of 3.0 in previous coursework. A GPA below 3.0 may, in extreme circumstances, be taken into consideration for "conditional admission" to the College of Business. Conditionally admitted students who wish to continue in the programme must earn a 3.0 GPA during their first semester.  

Calculus for three credit. The successful completion of a 3-credit calculus course with a grade of "C" or above must be documented by the applicant. Based on their college degree, professional experience, and desired career path, applicants may ask for a waiver.

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