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San Francisco is one of our favorite places for studying, exploring, career opportunities, embracing world-renowned attractions, connecting, adventure, growth, creativity, community, and much more. San Francisco scored highest in the 'employer activity' category of the QS Best Student Cities index, and we believe it has great potential to be your MBA destination.

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This article will give you information about top MBA programs in San Francisco, their eligibility, deadlines, the concentrations they have, the scholarships they provide, and some suggested tips. 

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Quick Snapshot

  1. Hult International Business School 

  2. San Francisco State University 

  3. Masagung Graduate School of Management 

  4. Presidio Graduate School

1) Hult San Francisco, Hult International Business School 

The program is designed to develop the skills most in-demand worldwide. You can accelerate your career in just one intensive year with a transformative campus experience that immerses you in diversity and takes you across the globe. The tuition fee is $79,800. 

Admission Requirement

  • The application fee is $75.

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

  • Three years of relevant work experience

  • Proof of proficiency in English by submitting the scores of  TOEFL or IELTS

  • No GMAT requirement

  • Current resume/CV

  • Personal statement

  • One academic or professional reference

  • Transcripts 

  • Scholarship and financial aid application

January 2023 Start Term

Round 1 Application Deadline: October 1, 2022

Round 2 Application Deadline: November 1, 2022

September 2023 Start Term

Rounds Application Deadline
Round 1 November 1,2022
Round 2 December 15,2022
Round 3 March 15,2023
Transfer Applicants March 15, 2023
Late Applicants June 1, 2023

Concentrations 

  • Marketing

  • Finance

  • Strategy

  • Entrepreneurship

  • Business Analytics

  • Disruptive Technology, Innovation, and Behavior

Scholarships they provide;

Merit-based scholarships

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2) Lam Family College of Business, San Francisco State University 

It is a vibrant and diverse campus located in a relaxing urban oasis that allows you to have a dynamic experience around the campus community and beyond the academic, introducing you to new interests, people, and ideas. The tuition fee is $41,000. 

Admission Requirement

  • The application fee is $70.

  • Minimum 3.0 GPA in your undergraduate. 

  • GMAT AWA score of 5.0 or a GRE AWA score of 4.5 or higher is required for classified admission 

  • TOEFL score of at least 88, IELTS score of at least 6.5, PTE score of at least 59

  • Statement of purpose

  • Two letters of recommendation

  • Resume

  • Official transcript

Deadlines

Application Spring Dates Fall Dates
Application Opens August 1,2022 October 1,2022
Application Closes September 30 ,2022 January 15, 2023 (Domestic)
May 1, 2023 (International)
Returning Student Application Deadline November 30 ,2022 July 31 ,2023

Concentrations 

  • Accounting

  • Decision Sciences/Operations Research

  • Finance

  • International Business

  • Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM)

  • Information Systems

  • Management

  • Marketing

Scholarships they provide 

  • Balestrieri Forgivable Loan/Scholarship

  • Alexander String Quartet

  • Burr G. & Virginia G. Burbank Physics Scholarship

  • Anthony I. Balestrieri Endowment Fund

Source: (https://sfsu.academicworks.com/)

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3) Masagung Graduate School of Management, the University of San Francisco

If you want a global perspective that emphasizes your business skills, social justice, cultural understanding, and diversity, then this school has a lot of opportunities to offer you. You will meet top leaders, connect with alums and build a network with the community, which will help you succeed. The tuition fee is $79,200.

Admission Requirement

  • There is no application fee.

  • Minimum 3.0 GPA in your undergraduate. 

  • Applicants must submit scores on the GMAT or GRE

  • TOEFL iBT score of at least 71, IELTS score of at least 6.5, PTE score of at least 62

  • Statement of purpose

  • Two letters of recommendation

  • Resume

  • Official transcript

  • Proof of Financial Support

  • A copy of the passport

Deadlines

  • Spring: October 15

  • Fall: January 15 to March 1

Concentrations

  • Business Analytics

  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation

  • Finance

  • International Business

  • Marketing

  • Organization Development

Scholarships they provide 

  • Albert and Sophie YU scholarship

  • Bernard Martin scholarship

  • Women Advancement Scholarship

Source: https://www.usfca.edu/management/programs/graduate/mba/full-time/tuition-scholarships)

4) Presidio Graduate School 

It is the first and only independent graduate school dedicated entirely to educating people who are working for a more just and sustainable world. It offers excellent programs in sustainable management. The tuition fee is $63,335. 

Admission Requirement

  • The application fee is $90.

  • GMAT or GRE score is optional.

  • Statement of purpose

  • Two letters of recommendation

  • Resume

  • Official transcript

  • Retain copies of all documents you submit.

  • Personal Essay

Deadlines

  • Priority Deadline: November 4

  • Final Deadline: December 15

Scholarships they provide:

  • Economic Access Scholarship

  • Academic Leadership Scholarship

  • Representation Matters Scholarship

  • John A. Spiekhout Scholarship (Final deadline: June 30)

Source: https://www.presidio.edu/admissions/scholarships/)

Deadline for these Scholarships

  • Round 1: March 15

  • Round 2: May 1

  • Round 3: June 15

Hope, you found this article helpful. We have covered various MBA programs in the USA, and you must check them out. Feel free to contact us any time; our experts will maximize your chances of getting selected for your dream school. 


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