Next Steps
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"My journey to SMU Cox started when I was in the U.S. Army, deployed in Afghanistan. SMU Cox really opened doors."
Dan KeefePMBA '19
7-Eleven
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Admissions
The best way to find out if SMU Cox is the right school for you is to visit us and learn more. You can register for an Information Session, meet up with an Admissions team member at a Coffee Chat or join us at another upcoming event on or off campus.
Connect with a current Cox Professional MBA student to ask questions and get their perspective on the Cox School of Business, the curriculum and student life.
Talk with a current PMBA student
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By The Numbers: Class of 2023
Total Students
92
Average GPA
3.2
Average Age
29
Women
39%
Average Years of Work Experience
6
Unique Companies Represented
78
Number of Undergraduate Colleges/Universities Represented
48
Percent Receiving Scholarship
67%
Under-Represented Minorities
32%
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Application Information And Deadlines
Studying at SMU Cox is an intimate experience and connections matter. While your application, supporting documents, and personal interview are all very important to us, most of all we want to get to know you. Please reach out to us with your questions or concerns, or try to visit us on campus so we can meet in person. We can also connect you with current students, alumni, or any faculty members whose work especially interests you.
August or January enrollment in the SMU Cox Professional MBA gives you the power to start your MBA as soon as you're ready. See below for application rounds for upcoming application schedules and next steps for wherever you are in the process.
Key Dates & Deadlines
Spring 2023
Fall 2023
August 16* October 24* September 19 December 19 October 17 February 13 November 14 April 17 June 12 *Applicants who apply by the first deadline for each entry term will automatically receive a $2,500 scholarship if admitted.
For 2023 entry terms, SMU Cox will continue a test-optional policy for all MBA and Specialized Masters programs. For the benefits of taking a test, click here to learn more. -
Tuition And 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. To offset the costs, you may be eligible for a merit-based scholarship. All applicants are automatically considered for merit based scholarships at the time they are considered for admission.
Tuition and fees - Professional MBA Class Entering in Fall 2022 or Spring 2023
* Tuition = $1,762 per credit hour
* Fees = $293 per credit hour
* Estimated Total Cost (50 credit hours) = $102,750
Click here for Financial Aid and Tuition InformationSMU Employees: Click here for SMU Tuition Benefits Information
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Additional Resources
• Application Process and Criteria
• Military Candidates
• Tips on Gaining Employer Support