Objective
The Old Dominion University MBA program will consider GMAT/GRE waiver requests for high potential candidates
by considering application elements that demonstrate the ability to take on the rigor of graduate level studies.
Applicant Considerations
• A request for waiver does not guarantee that a waiver will be granted.
• GMAT scores are strongly considered for various Strome College of Business (SCB) and ODU scholarship opportunities.
By not submitting test scores, applicants disqualify themselves from consideration for these forms of aid.
• GMAT/GRE scores are a key element in determining merit for Graduate Assistantships, by not submitting test scores
applicants may not be considered for certain assistantships.
• Requestswillbeevaluatedbyacommitteeandcommitteedecisionsarefinal.
Eligibility
Toqualifyforawaiver,applicantmustmeetspeciccriteriainoneofthefollowingcategoriesandcompletethe
admission application form online:
Terminal Degree
Hold a master’s degree or a terminal degree (e.g., MD or JD) from a regionally or professionally accredited
university or a US graduate degree equivalent.
Experience/Academics Combination
At least 5 years of full-time professional, progressive work experience at the managerial level in the private
or public sector, with demonstrated career advancement, AND a minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA
of 3.2* from a regionally accredited institution.
*FurtherGPAconsiderationmaybegivendependingondegreegrantinginstitutionand/oreldofstudy.
Military Experience/Academics Combination
At least 3 years of full-time O3 or higher or E7 or higher level experience AND an undergraduate degree
from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.2*.
*FurtherGPAconsiderationmaybegivendependingondegreegrantinginstitutionand/orfieldofstudy.
Recent/Currently enrolled high potential undergraduates
(Applies for up to one year prior and post graduation.)
CumulativeGPA≥3.5.
Expired GMAT or GRE test scores (NO OTHER TESTS CONSIDERED)
OfcialdocumentationofexpiredGMATorGREscoresthatmeetorexceedcurrentprogramrequirements.
To apply for all options, submit the following:
1. GMAT/GRE Waiver Request Form
2. Copies of all college/university transcripts
3. Each option may require additional credentials
4. Confirm submitted regular admissionapplicationform
SubmitthisformandrequiredmaterialstotheMBAprogramofficeat[email protected].
Do not send GMAT/GRE waiver requests to ODU Graduate Admissions, or the process will be significantly delayed. The
review process may take up to four weeks and waiver decisions will be sent by email. Waiver decisions are final.
MBA GMAT/GRE Waiver Request
Deadlines to apply:
Fall admission - May 1
Spring admission - October 1
Summer - February 1
1. Test score reports, if applicable.
2. Current Resume
3. A one-page written request that outlines professional and academic experience and preparedness for
graduate-level rigor. Include any professional certifications.
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Option 2: Experience/Academics Combination
At least 5 years of full-time professional, progressive work experience
at the managerial level in the private or
public sector
, with demonstrated career advancement, AND a minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.2*
from a regionally accredited institution or a US graduate degree equivalent.
*Further GPA consideration may be given depending on degree granting institution and / or field of study.
Institution attended: _____________________________________________________________ Undergraduate GPA: _________________
Degree field: ____________________________________________________________________ Year graduated: _______
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Current Employer: _______________________________________ Current Title: _________________________________________________
Years of full-time professional work experience at the managerial level: ____________
Years of management of people, resources, or projects: ____________
To apply, in addition to the GMAT Waiver Request Form and transcripts, please submit:
1. Current resume
2. A one-page written request that outlines professional and academic experience and preparedness for
graduate-level rigor. Include any professional certifications
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MBA GMAT/GRE Waiver Request
Name: ____________________________________________________________ UIN: ____________________ Birth date: _________________
Address: _______________________________________
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State/Country: _________________________ Postal Code: __________________ Email: ___________________
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Preferred phone: ________________________________
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Semester applied: ________________
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Option 1: Possess Advanced Degree
Hold a master’s degree or a terminal degree (e.g., MD or JD) from a regionally or professionally accredited university
or a U.S. graduate degree equivalent.
Degree Earned:
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Master
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Doctorate (PhD, DBA, etc.)
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Professional (MD, DO, JD, etc.)
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Other: ________________________________
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Institution attended: ____________________________________________________________________ Graduate GPA: ________________
Degree field: __________________________________________________________________________ Year graduated: ________________
Entrance Exam Taken (if applicable):
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GRE
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Other: ______________________________
Score (breakdown): Total: ________________ Quant: ___________ Verbal: ___________
Date taken: ___________
To apply, in addition to the GMAT Waiver Request Form and transcripts, please submit:
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Option 3: Military Experience/Academics Combination
At least 3 years of full-time O3 or higher or E7 or higher level experience AND an undergraduate degree from
a regionally accredited institution with a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.2*.
*Further GPA consideration may be given depending on degree granting institution and / or eld of study.
Institution attended: _____________________________________________________________ Undergraduate GPA: _________________
Degree field: ____________________________________________________________________ Year graduated: _______
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Current military affiliation:
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Active duty
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National Guard
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Reserve
Retired
Highest/Current Rank (O3, 4, 5, etc. or E7, 8, 9, etc.) ___________________________ Years at rank: _____________________
If office , note path to commission:
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ROTC
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Academy
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OCS
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Direct
To apply, in addition to the GMAT Waiver Request Form and transcripts, please submit:
1. Current resume
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A one-page written request that outlines professional and academic experience and preparedness for
graduate-level rigor. Include any professional certifications.
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Option 5: Expired GMAT or GRE test scores (NO other tests considered.)
Official documentation of expired GMAT or GRE scores that meet or exceed current program requirements.
Entrance Exam Taken:
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GRE
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GMAT
Score (breakdown): Total: ________________ Quant: ___________ Verbal: ___________ Date taken: ___________
To apply, in addition to the GMAT Waiver Request Form and transcripts, please submit:
1. Test Score Reports
3.
A one-page written request that outlines academic and professional experience and preparedness
for graduate-level rigor. Include any professional certications.
Complete the admission application online and then submit this form and required materials to the
MBA program office at [email protected].
Do not send GMAT / GRE waiver requests to ODU Graduate Admissions, or the process will be significantly delayed.
The review process may take up to four weeks and waiver decisions will be sent by email. Waiver decisions are final.
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2. Current Resume
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A one-page written request that outlines academic experience and preparedness for graduate-level rigor
and how MBA fits career goals.
1. Current Resume
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Option 4: Recent/Current high potential undergraduates
(available up to one year prior and post graduation)
Cumulative GPA ≥ 3.5.
Degree field:
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Undergraduate cumulative GPA: _____________ Date of graduation (expected): ____________________
To apply, in addition to the GMAT Waiver Request Form and transcripts, please submit: