Standardized Test Waiver (GMAT/GRE)
As part of our continuing efforts to identify and meet the needs of all future leaders interested in improving their lives through graduate education, the Full-Time MBA program offers GMAT/GRE test waivers for applicants. MBA applicants seeking a test waiver will have additional weight placed on the remaining application components and will be asked to submit a supplemental essay.
At least one of three requirements must be true to be considered for a test waiver:
- Have successfully completed college-level coursework in any of the following with a grade of "B" or better: Accounting, finance, algebra, geometry, statistics, calculus or similar quantitative courses.
or
- Hold a STEM degree
or
- Have any quantitative-based certifications (e.g. CPA, CFA)
Note: If you answered “Yes” to any of the above, your application will be reviewed without a standardized test score. However, if your cumulative or course GPA is below 3.00 or you have completed a limited number of quantitative courses, the admissions committee may request that you submit standardized test scores. If you answered “No” to all, you do not qualify for the test waiver, and you are required to complete the GMAT or GRE Standardized Test.
While a test waiver may benefit some MBA candidates, individuals should consider personal circumstances when applying. The GMAT and GRE exams are standard benchmarks for applicants wishing to signal their suitability for a rigorous MBA program and provide an additional point of consideration for the admissions team.
How to request a waiver:
Choose the waiver option
The waiver request is part of our online application. Simply answer "YES" to the question "Do you wish to request a GMAT/GRE waiver?"
Optional supplemental essay
Students requesting a GRE/GMAT/EA test waiver may write an optional supplemental essay to clarify how they meet the outlined criteria. The admissions committee will utilize this in consideration of a waiver permission. It can also be used to address any circumstances you’d like the Admissions Committee to be aware of.
Submit your application
Complete the remainder of your application and submit it for consideration.
Waivers are issued at the sole discretion of the Admissions Committee, and requests will not be considered until after an application has been submitted and all required documents are listed as complete in your application portal (i.e. transcripts, resume and essays). You may not request a waiver if you have already taken the exam and requested your scores be sent to The Ohio State University.