We operate on a rolling admissions basis, meaning that the sooner you submit your application, the sooner you'll receive updates about your application. As we have a competitive admissions process and limited space available, we strongly encourage you to apply early to ensure early consideration.
A 4-year bachelor's degree A preferred GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended Foreign degree - World Education Service (evaluation) Personal Statement Resume - minimum of 5+ years of professional experience
Optional: GMAT or GRE scores, but strongly encouraged for applicants with a GPA below 3.0 Optional: Letter(s) of Recommendation
English Language Proficiency exam may be required if you have earned your degree outside the United States. You may select one of these exams:
TOEFL score of 80 or higher (IBT) IELTS score of 6.5 or higher
Statistics - with a grade of B or higher (*SJSU courses: BUS2 90 , STAT 95 )
Economics - with a grade of B or higher (*SJSU courses: ECON 1A , ECON 1B ) (microeconomics or macroeconomics or principles of economics)
If you need to complete one or both of these courses you can find equivalent courses * at California colleges or take them online through Straighterline (Statistics: MAT 202 , Economics: ECON 101 ). The prerequisites must be completed by July 19, 2027 (Fall) and January 4, 2027 (Spring). Although only one economics course is required as a prerequisite, two semesters are recommended.
Each course must be equivalent to 3.0 units or higher.
The MBA for Professionals program admits twice per year.
CSU application (Fall & Spring admission)
Domestic applicants (not requiring a visa) Fall applications open October 1 - May 1 Application deadline: May 1 Document deadline: May 20
Spring applications open August 1 - November 1 Application deadline: November 1 Document deadline: November 20
International applicants Fall applications open October 1 - April 1 Application deadline: April 1 Document deadline: April 20
Spring applications open August 1 - October 1 Application deadline: October 1 Document deadline: October 20
The program pace for students is part-time, although the program can be completed more quickly, if needed. Most students will complete the program in 24 - 36 months.
Students will take 0 - 2 courses per semester Course sessions are 6 - 8 weeks Course schedule: evening, weekend, and some online options
To contact the Lucas Graduate School of Business with general questions, to learn more about our programs, or admission requirements, email: lucas-school@sjsu.edu or complete this survey .