Application Process
Steps To Apply
Complete the online application along with the $50 application fee.
As part of your online application, be prepared to complete a mandatory video interview. The video interview is your opportunity to show the admissions committee your personality and articulate why you are a good fit for Robinson. You will have the opportunity to test your system for compatibility prior to proceeding to the final video prompt, but will only receive one opportunity to record your answers. If a second in-person or Skype interview is needed, someone from the admissions committee will notify you.
A GMAT or GRE score is not required for admission.
We review applications through a holistic lens, and understand that multiple factors contribute to success in graduate school: career history, academic background, and personal experience, to name a few. If you feel the inclusion of a GMAT or GRE score would strengthen your application, you are welcome to do so.
If you feel your work history or previous academic coursework does not indicate your readiness for graduate school, you should consider taking one of the exams and submitting the scores. Also, test scores can be beneficial for scholarship consideration.
Please note: the admissions committee reserves the right to request additional materials (e.g., GRE/GMAT score, letter of recommendation) if needed to better evaluate your application.
Test Codes
- To send official GMAT scores to Georgia State, use the code QCK-ZW-99.
- To send official GRE/MAT/TOEFL/IELTS scores to Georgia State, select institution code 5251.
- For submitting official IETLS scores, select Georgia State University Graduate Admissions.
Test Preparation
Several GMAT and/or GRE preparation options are available, such as test prep guides at local bookstores as well as the review courses and software applications at mba.com and ets.org.
In addition, Robinson’s Office of Executive Education offers GRE, GMAT and LSAT preparation courses via the Test Prep Academy.
Unofficial transcripts may be submitted at the time of application.
One official copy of the transcript of all college work is required from each previously attended institution if you are subsequently offered admission.
Each transcript must be closed with the institution's official seal across the flap. If an institution's policies do not permit sending official transcripts to applicants for use with self-managed applications, the transcripts may be sent directly to the Office of Admissions – Graduate Programs at the below address.
The eSCRIP-SAFE System
Electronic transcripts from eSCRIP-SAFE are acceptable if your institution is listed as a “sender” (not receiver) of transcripts. “Sender” must be selected for the member type. If a school does not utilize eSCRIP, we will accept official transcripts electronically as long as they are sent by the institution directly to our email address:
Transcript Email: gradapplytranscripts@gsu.edu
Transcript Order Site Name: Georgia State University – Graduate Programs
Mailing Address (U.S. Postal Service)
Office of Admissions – Graduate Programs
Georgia State University
P.O. Box 4018
Atlanta, GA 30302
Delivery Address (FedEx, DHL, UPS, etc.)
Office of Admission – Graduate Programs
Georgia State University – Sparks Hall 200
33 Gilmer Street SE
Atlanta, GA 30302
The personal statement provides an opportunity for applicants to present themselves to the Master’s Admissions Committee and to highlight qualities relevant to success in a graduate business program that may not be evident in test scores and past academic performance.
Required Essay
In a single essay, no more than 750 words in length, please explain why the Robinson College of Business, and the particular program to which you are applying, is best for helping you achieve your short-term and long-term career goals. You should also address reasons why you believe you would be good fit for the Robinson College of Business and the program to which you are applying.
All applicants must submit an updated résumé. While work experience is not required, it is preferred.
Optional Essay
If you have additional information or feel there are extenuating circumstances which you would like to share with the Admissions Committee (i.e. academic performance issues or areas of weakness in the application). Please limit your response to 250 words.
Letters of Recommendation
Although it is not required, you are welcome to submit a letter of recommendation. Recommendation letters may be submitted through the online application process or in sealed envelopes from the recommender; recommenders must sign their names across the sealed portion of the back of the envelope.
Want to know the status of your application? Log in to your graduate application to view your program checklist. Once all of the required admission items have been received, your application will be reviewed for minimum admission requirements before being routed to the program faculty for an admission decision.
Contact Recruitment
Ksenia Lukicheva
program recruiter
klukicheva@gsu.edu
404-413-7150
Application Questions
If you already have submitted an application and are looking for a status update or are following up with supplemental documents, please contact the Georgia State University Office of Admissions – Graduate Programs: Phone: 404-413-2444
Email: gradapply@gsu.edu
Please send digital transcripts to our transcript email: gradapplytranscripts@gsu.edu
Application Deadlines
Applicants can expect to receive a decision within six weeks of the Office of Graduate Admissions receiving all required materials.
SPRING SEMESTER
Early Priority Scholarship Deadline: September 1
Priority Scholarship Deadline II: October 1
International Student Deadline: November 1
Final Application Deadline: December 1
FALL SEMESTER
Early Priority Scholarship Deadline: October 1
Priority Scholarship Deadline II: December 1
Priority Scholarship Deadline III: February 1
International Student Deadline: April 1
Final Application Deadline: June 1
Contact Recruitment
Application Questions
Phone: 404-413-2444
Email: gradapply@gsu.edu
Please send digital transcripts to our transcript email: gradapplytranscripts@gsu.edu
Mailing/Delivery Addresses
Office of Admissions - Graduate Programs
Georgia State University
P.O. Box 4018
Atlanta, GA 30302
Delivery Address (FedEx, DHL, UPS, etc.)
Office of Admission - Graduate Programs
Georgia State University - Sparks Hall 200
33 Gilmer Street SE
Atlanta, GA 30303