Admissions decisions are made on a holistic basis, and each candidate’s full academic and business experience will be considered. The candidate’s views on how the program fits into and will support their future career plans will also be considered.

Executive Master’s Programs

For the Executive MBA (EMBA) program, we recommend that candidates have seven or more years of professional, managerial, or supervisory experience (typically post-baccalaureate) by the time they would enter the program. Consideration will also be given to exceptional candidates who have five or six years of relevant experience.

For the Executive MBA in Healthcare Administration (EMBA HCA) program, we recommend that candidates have five or more years of professional, managerial, or supervisory experience (typically post-baccalaureate) by the time they would enter the program. We especially welcome and encourage applications from clinicians who have completed their disciplinary training and are actively practicing in medicine (including physicians, advanced practice providers like PAs, and registered nurses), dentistry, optometry, mental health, physical therapy, or other clinical settings.

For the Executive MS in Human Resource Management (EMS HRM) program, we recommend that candidates have at least three to five years of professional, managerial, or supervisory experience (typically post-baccalaureate) by the time they would enter the program.

Candidates for all of master’s programs must hold a U.S. Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent.

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Program

Candidates must have seven or more years of business experience at the executive level and a U.S. Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent.

All Executive Programs candidates must understand the rigors of executive education and be motivated to excel academically while maintaining their professional and personal lives.

Pre-application

We recommend all interested candidates submit a pre-application before applying. This is the first step in confirming that your experience is a good fit for an executive program. After we review your information, you will receive a follow-up email with feedback.

Please note that the pre-application will only confirm if you meet the basic prerequisites for candidacy. It is not an indication of an admission decision.

Admissions events

There are many ways to connect with us to learn more about Executive Programs and the admissions process. Check our website for the latest event offerings.

Begin or access your application in the online application portal.

A complete application includes the following components:

$75 application fee

This may be paid electronically through the online application portal at point of submission. This fee is waived for veterans of the United States Armed Forces, those currently on active duty, and members of the National Guard or Reserves and their spouses. Our admissions team will not review any part of an application if the application fee is outstanding.

Supporting documents:

• Current resume/CV
• Complete essay questions (available within the online application portal)
• Academic transcripts
  Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded into the online application portal; official transcripts will be required if you are admitted. We require ALL past academic transcripts, including transfer credits and graduate degrees. If you were educated outside of the U.S., see below for additional requirements.
• Two professional letters of recommendation
  Input your recommendation providers’ information into your application. Our system will email each recommendation provider a unique link where they can upload a letter of recommendation in support of your candidacy. You will be able to track the status of each recommendation and send reminders to your recommenders through the online application portal.
• Test scores
  Test scores (from the Executive Assessment, GMAT, or GRE) are optional for Executive Programs applicants. If you choose to submit test scores to complete your application, you may self-report scores into the application and have official score reports sent to us. Our ETS school code for reporting GRE scores is 2034. Although we recommend the Executive Assessment for applicants to our Executive degree programs, we have no preference for which test you select, and your choice of test has no weight on an admission decision. Test scores should be no more than five years old.

Applicants educated outside of the U.S.

• International credential evaluations
  A course-by-course international credential evaluation by a NACES organization is required for each program and/or institution outside of the U.S. that an applicant has earned college-level credits from (including undergraduate, graduate and transfer credits). A course-by-course evaluation evaluates the U.S. equivalency for every course, credit, grade, the cumulative GPA and the degree or credential awarded. Applicants should contact the Executive admissions team before applying if they have any questions about this requirement.
• English-language proficiency test scores (if applicable)
  TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or Duolingo scores may be required for applicants educated outside of the U.S.. Test scores more than two years old cannot be accepted. The TOEFL (ETS) school code for the Zicklin School of Business, Baruch College, is 2034. Applicants should contact the Executive admissions team before applying if they have any questions about this requirement.

For more information about international credentials, test score requirements, or applying as an international student, please contact us.

Once an application is complete, qualified candidates are invited for an admissions interview. These interviews are conducted remotely via video call. Executive Master’s applicants typically have one interview; Doctor of Business Administration applicants will have two interviews.

Once your application and interview(s) are complete, your application will undergo a final review by the program’s admissions committee. Admissions decisions are published on a rolling basis.

Corporate sponsorship and reimbursement

We encourage applicants to inquire about financial sponsorship or tuition reimbursement opportunities from their employers. We recommend that you speak to your human resources department and/or manager to determine the level of support your organization may provide for the program that you intend to apply to.

Sponsorship is not required as a condition for admission into a program.

Student loans

Many self-paying or partially sponsored students apply for federal student loans to assist in financing their education. Some students also consider student loans from private lenders, such as their bank or financial institution.

The first step in applying for federal loans is completing your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Baruch’s FAFSA school code is 007273.

Please visit the Baruch College Graduate Student Financial Aid web site and studentaid.gov for general information about student loans.

We recommend that you speak to your accountant or tax advisor about the tax consequences and benefits (such as credits, deductions, and tax treatment of student loan interest and employer financial support) of continuing your education.

Scholarships

The only departmental awards available to new students enrolling in our Executive degree programs for Fall 2027 are our merit scholarships. All applicants are automatically considered for a merit scholarship award- there is no additional scholarship application or action required. Award information and details will be sent to scholarship recipients with their acceptance letter. Applicants that apply early (by the Round 1 application deadline) will receive priority consideration for scholarship awards.

Continuing students enrolled in the Executive MS in Human Resource Management and Executive MBA in Healthcare Administration programs may be eligible for program-specific scholarships offered by the college.

Students in our programs have also received scholarships from outside organizations. For more information about searching for scholarships, see CUNY’s guidance here.