University of Washington Foster School of Business

University of Washington Michael G. Foster School of BusinessMasters of Business AdministrationTwo-year, Full TimeUniversity of Washington Foster MBA students are immersed in one of the most innovative MBA experiences in the world, built to deliver a personalized education for a career path each student defines with extensive input. Students begin with a first-year integrated curriculum that focuses on core business concepts, includes tailored professional development to enhance business communication and leadership skills, and presents opportunities for international study and hands-on learning. By doing projects during the school year and internships with local companies such as Microsoft and Starbucks, or in places such as Thailand, New York City or Boston, students have frequent contact with the business community.Foster MBA students can tap a broad range of elective courses in areas of special interest such as corporate finance or international marketing, choose from certificate programs such as entrepreneurship or global business, and augment business classes with flexible access to courses or dual-degree options in other university departments. MBA fees for 2010-2011Out-of-state tuition is $12,473 per quarter, and Washington residents pay $8,174. Other annual expenses are estimated at $26,354.•Room and board – $15,656•Books, computers, and supplies – $3,176•Local transportation – $1,924•Personal expenses – $3,020•MBA Association & Club dues – $435•Health Insurance - $1,600•UW Student Fees - $543MBA Application procedure and deadlinesApplications are accepted online at www.foster.washington.edu/mbaDeadlines to apply for fall 2011 are 10/15/10, 11/15/10, 01/20/11 (the final deadline for international applicants) and 3/15/11.Deadlines to apply for fall 2012 are 10/15/11, 11/15/11, 01/20/12 (the final deadline for international applicants) and 3/15/12.*SIDE BAR*National ranked, internationally recognizedThe UW Business School ranks among the nation’s best in Business Week, U.S.News & World Report, Forbes, and Business 2.0.Career servicesThe MBA Program has an excellent career placement rate of more than 96% of its graduating students. The Business Connections Center facilitates connections between students, employers, alumni, and faculty. The Advisory Board includes prominent employers such as Microsoft, Ford Motor Company, Washington Mutual, Accenture, Alaska Airlines, Expedia, IBM, Hitachi Consulting, Hewlett-Packard, Nike, Weyerhaeuser, Starbucks, T-Mobile, Deloitte & Touche, and Intel.Entry requirementsThe UW Business School believes that personal connections are essential to business education, just as they are to business. Advance counseling is strongly advised. The MBA Program encourages prospective students to visit campus to meet face-to-face with admissions staff or to attend a reception held in cities world wide. Applicants must:- Complete the equivalent of a four-year U.S. bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university - Meet a quantitative analysis requirement and possess minimum English language skills - Take the GMAT - Possess a necessary level of English language skills- Apply to each school, college, or department of interest if pursuing a concurrent degreeContactMBA AdmissionsMichael G. Foster School of Business110 Mackenzie Hall, Box 353200Seattle, Washington 98195-3200, USAAdmissionsTel: +1 (1) 206 543 4661Fax: +1 (1) 206 616 7351MBA ProgramE-mail: [email protected]/mba*IMAGE*SEATTLE SKYLINE FROM 2005 PROFILE