Admissions

Applying For The Cox MSM

Your application, supporting documents and personal interview are all very important to us, but most of all, we want to get to know you. Please reach out to us with your questions, try to visit us on campus so we can meet in person, and consider attending an admissions event or class. Studying at SMU Cox is an intimate experience and connections matter — starting now.

Requirements for Application

Admission to the Cox MSM program is highly selective. The Admissions Committee evaluates candidates based on the following criteria:

• Successful completion of an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution prior to enrollment
• Sufficient personal commitment and motivation to succeed in graduate study
• Leadership potential
• Desire to speak the language of business and gain management skills

Successful applicants typically are in their senior year of college or are recent graduates, have a strong undergraduate academic record, and a desire to participate in an academically rigorous program.

What You Need to Apply for the SMU Cox Master of Science in Management

• All Applicants will need these items to complete an online application:

  • Current resume
  • Written essays
  • Unofficial transcripts or degree progress reports
    • Degree progress reports must show cumulative GPA and grades for each course taken
    • Official transcripts from any university or college where a student earned 12 or more credit hours are required after a student is offered admission
  • Two references
    • Name and contact information only
    • Recommendation letters are not required
  • Optional: Unofficial GMAT or GRE score report
    • Exam must have been taken within five years of the date of application
    • Official score report is required after a student is offered admission
    • GMAT School Code: HWG-KN-59
    • GRE School Code: 6660
    • Click here to learn more about the benefits of submitting test scores

  International Students have the additional option to submit a TOEFL/IELTS score as a part of their application. This testing component is not a requirement. For applicants without a test score, we will assess the application based on a holistic review process that takes all your application components into consideration.

  • Exams must have been taken within two years of the date of application
  • TOEFL School Code: 6660
  • Click here to learn more about the benefits of submitting test scores

Application Deadlines

Application deadlines for the MSM program are below. For any questions about Fall admission, please email gradadmissions@smu.edu to connect with a member of the admission team.

*Priority deadline for scholarships and fellowships

Tuition & Financing

A graduate management education is one of the most important investments you'll ever make, and it's likely to produce one of your biggest ROIs — you won't just boost your career and earning potential, but you'll reap personal gains, too. If you need additional funding, you'll find that a variety of loan and private scholarship opportunities are available.

"*This fee may not apply to all students and depends on international student status.

**This estimated total is based on a 9-month school year for the 2024-25 academic year. The cost may be more or less depending on the student's lifestyle, whether the student lives on-campus or off-campus and whether any family members accompany the student. If family members accompany the student, add $8,600 if 1 dependent (spouse or child) and $4,300 for each dependent after 1. "       

FAQs

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