Robert H. Smith School of Business – University of Maryland

FAQ

What is the tuition for Smith's MBA program?

The tuition for Smith's MBA program is $46,116 (in-state); $56,646 (out of state) per year.

Does the Smith MBA program accept the GRE?

Yes. The Smith MBA program has accepted the GRE for a few years now.

What is the minimum number of years of work experience required for admission to Smith's MBA program?

Smith does not state a minimum requirement for years of work experience. However, it is important for candidates to be aware that they are being considered against other candidates with an average of 6 years of experience.

What is the average number of years of work experience for admission to Smith's MBA program?

The average number of years of work experience among students in Smith's MBA program is 6.

What is the average starting salary for graduates of the Smith MBA program?

The average starting salary for Smith MBA graduates is $116,428.

How long is Smith's full-time MBA program?

Smith offers a traditional 2 year MBA program.

What are the application deadlines for Smith's MBA program?

The Round 1 MBA application deadline is October 1, 2022. The Round 2 deadline is November 1, 2022. The Round 3 deadline is December 15, 2022. The Round 4 deadline is January 15, 2023. The Round 5 deadline is March 15, 2023. The Round 6 deadline is April 30, 2023 after which, admissions is rolling.

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Admissions

Application Procedures

UMD Smith gives its applicants the choice of applying in one of five admissions rounds, which usually take place once a month, October through January, and then finally in March. December is the priority deadline for scholarships for international students, while domestic students have until the January deadline to be considered a priority for scholarships. The application requirements for UMD Smith include the online application, an essay, a letter of recommendation, a $75 application fee, GMAT/GRE scores, transcripts, and TOEFL/IELTS scores, if necessary.

Class Profile

On average, Smith expects a class size of 120 students. Members of the Smith MBA class matriculate with 6 years of work experience. The average GMAT score lands at 640 and undergraduate GPA at 3.23.

Application Checklist

• Online Application Form
• Application Fee
• Essay
• Résumé
• Official Undergraduate and Graduate Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation
• GMAT or GRE
• TOEFL or IELTS (if applicable)

Interview Reports

U. Maryland / Smith MBA Interview Report: Round 2 / Adcom / On-Campus

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Admissions Director Q&A: Maria Pineda of University of Maryland Smith School of Business

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Academics

Faculty

The more than 200 full- and part-time professionals who make up the UMD Smith School faculty bring their significant expertise to the classroom. They comprise six academic departments: Accounting & Information Assurance; Business Communication; Decision, Operations, & Information Technology; Finance; Logistics, Business, & Public Policy; Management & Organization; and Marketing. Furthermore, many of the professors have worked as consultants for leading corporations or worked in the international business realm.

Curriculum

The UMD Smith School’s full-time MBA requires 54 credits to complete, and the program lasts for two years. Students begin the program in August and take classes during weekdays.

Core courses, which cover topics such as financial accounting, managerial economics, and strategic management, encourage students to master business fundamentals. These make up 30 of the required 54 credits. Furthermore, the program offers students four career tracks to choose from: Consulting & General Management, Finance, Marketing, and Operations & Supply Chain/Logistics. In each track, MBA students take courses that will prepare them for their futures in that specialty. For instance, Finance offers MBA students in Derivatives and Financial Restructuring. In addition to the track coursework, students take electives. The number of electives vary based on which track students take. For example, Consulting & General Management only requires four elective credits, whereas Finance requires students to take 12. 

In addition, the UMD Smith School provides many opportunities for international travel. MBA students may participate in consulting opportunities, semester-long exchange programs, and 10-day global learning experiences to understand more about the international business world.

Other MBA Degree Options

The UMD Smith School also offers a Part-time MBA, an Online MBA, and an Executive MBA. The Part-time MBA offers a flexible format that can be completed in 24, 28, or 33 months on evenings in Rockville, MD; Baltimore, MD; or Washington, D.C. Fifty-four credits are required for completion. Students have an average of five years’ working experience and represent a variety of industries and academic backgrounds.

The Online MBA takes place over 24 months and requires 54 credits for completion. Aside from a three-day residency at the beginning and end of the program, all coursework takes place online. Students have an average of eight years of work experience. They hail from areas all over the United States, and many international students also pursue this degree.

Lastly, the Executive MBA takes place on Fridays and Saturdays of alternating weekends. The UMD Smith EMBA program is cohort-based and places a strong emphasis on personal growth, leadership development, and the improvement of executive competencies. UMD Smith EMBA students tend to be further along in their careers with an average of 15 years of working experience with at least three to five years of management experience.

Career Tracks at UMD Smith

Consulting & General Management
Finance
Marketing
Operations & Supply Chain/Logistics

Degree Options at UMD Smith

Full-Time MBA Program
http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/programs/full-time-mba

Part-time MBA Program
http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/programs/part-time-mba

Online MBA
http://onlinebusiness.umd.edu/mba

Executive MBA
http://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/programs/executive-mba

Campus Life

Clubs, Conferences, & Competitions

Twenty clubs invite MBA students to get more involved with the UMD Smith School community. The clubs may focus on particular areas of study (such as the Smith MBA Finance Association) or cultural affinity (such as the Asian MBA Association).

Furthermore, the UMD Smith School offers annual conferences, such as the Smith Entrepreneurship Research Conference, to encourage prominent business leaders to speak on a variety of topical issues.

Lastly, the Cupid’s Cup Business Competition is the University of Maryland’s international business competition. It promotes student entrepreneurship. Previous winners have included a company to improve coffee, an app to help students locate college scholarships, and an inexpensive device for diagnosing Malaria.

Campus Spaces

The UMD Smith School is located only 10 miles from the White House on the University of Maryland’s College Park campus. The business school is located in Van Munching Hall, which offers meeting spaces for interviewing and networking and houses career services and the Dean’s office.

MBA Careers

Career Services

The UMD Smith School offers comprehensive career services, including individualized career coaching, mock interviews, and career fairs. Assistance with résumé building and personal branding are also provided, and leadership assessment tools and automated job postings are available as well. Furthermore, students are given a comprehensive career education that addresses the soft skills needed for successful connections. On-campus interviews with prospective employers are also offered, but those abroad may virtually interview with staff to practice the related skills. Students have been hired by prominent companies, such as Amazon, Deloitte, and Citi.

Career Statistics

For the Class of 2020 full-time MBAs, technology was the most popular industry, as 26% entered the field. Consulting was next at 21% while financial services followed at 13%. Next in line was consumer products, employing 10% of the Class of 2020. Manufacturing and healthcare/pharma each saw 5% of the Smith MBA class, and the remaining 20% spread out across different industries.

Financing

For the class entering Fall of 2021, tuition was $46,116 (in-state) or $56,646 (out of state) per year. Additional fees add $2,360 to the cost of attendance.

Applicants who meet priority deadlines are automatically considered for merit awards based on scholastic achievement, test scores, and leadership experience. Furthermore, full-time MBA students may qualify for graduate assistantships in exchange for a partial tuition waiver. Scholarships are also available for military service members and veterans. Federal student loans may be available for qualified students with a FAFSA application. Lastly, international students may get loans through the Global Student Loan Corporation or country-specific organizations.

Estimated Cost of Attendance (per academic year, 2021)

• Tuition: $46,116 (in-state); $56,646 (out of state)
• Fees: $2,360

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