MS Marketing Application Deadlines & Requirements

Select the year in which you plan on entering the program. International students based abroad are only eligible to apply for the full-time enrollment.  

Ensure your resume clearly lists the dates of any professional (ex: full-time role, internships, co-ops), volunteer, non-profit or any other leadership experiences. There is no formatting requirement, however, please review your resume for any grammar mistakes. It should be no longer than two pages. Ideally, candidates for the MS in Marketing program should have a minimum of two years of professional work experience

An unofficial transcript (or degree audit) is required from each institution attended, including in-progress coursework, even if from the University of Cincinnati. These documents must show a complete record of your courses and grades. Uploading an unofficial transcript is recommended, but an official transcript may also be sent. Your application will not be reviewed until all transcripts are received.

International Applicants: You must have a U.S. bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or an international equivalent before starting the program. While NACES course-by-course evaluations are not required, one may be requested in certain cases. Your unofficial transcripts must be translated into English. If your grading scale isn't on a four-point scale, you will be asked to translate in the application process. For international three-year bachelor’s degrees, use the free WES degree equivalency tool to confirm U.S. equivalency. 

At the University of Cincinnati Lindner College of Business, we value thought-driven leaders. With this in mind, please upload a personal statement expressing the following:

• What specific professional changes are you seeking, and how do you believe this program will facilitate those changes? How will you leverage the University of Cincinnati Lindner Alumni network and connections with business leaders for your career advancement?
• What aspects of the marketing graduate program appeal to you and why?"
• What global issues are you interested in, and how do you see these elements benefiting your career?

Formatting: We recommend the personal statement be between 250 and 500 words, double-spaced.

Please select two recommenders who will be able to discuss your professional performance, academic performance and work style. This can include previous supervisors, faculty members or mentors. Letters of recommendations must come directly from the listed recommender on your application.

IMPORTANT: Your application will not move forward in the review process until we receive both letters of recommendation.

The GMAT and GRE are optional.

• U.S. Residents: $65
• International: $70

If your native language is not English, you must demonstrate your proficiency in English. This includes submitting an IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo test score.

Please reference the Graduate College website for information on the minimum score needed to be eligible for the program.