The. business world. changing. Are you? APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION G R A D U A T E P R O G R A M S C O L L E G E O F B U S I N E S S

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1 The business world is changing. Are you? APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION G R A D U A T E P R O G R A M S C O L L E G E O F B U S I N E S S

2 WESTERN NEW ENGLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Application/Financial Aid Checklist Application Checklist Admission decisions will be based primarily on your undergraduate cumulative average, your professional experience, and your score on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT). The following items must be received before your application can be considered for formal admission by the Graduate Admissions Committee: A completed Application for Admission with a nonrefundable $30 application fee. This fee can be waived if a Western New England alumus/ae signs the application. Two essay responses. Reference page 2 of the application. An official transcript from all institutions attended as an undergraduate or graduate student. Your own copy is not acceptable. Two Recommendation Forms with letters sent directly to the College by the evaluators. Current résumé. An official score report for the GMAT or GRE taken no longer than five years prior to your application date. If you are requesting a waiver, please reference the enclosed GMAT waiver form. The above materials should be sent to: Admissions Office Western New England University 1215 Wilbraham Road Springfield, MA All materials submitted as part of your application become the property of Western New England University and will not be returned. Financial Aid (U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents) In order to be eligible for financial aid, students must have final approval into a degree program and be enrolled in at least three credit hours per term. Visit the Financial Aid page ( of our website to learn about available aid and scholarships offered specifically for graduate students. To file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): visit Western New England University s Title IV code is The Office of Student Administrative Services handles financial aid matters for all students. The office can be reached at , or by fax at Academic Calendar Graduate Programs Term Fall Winter Spring Summer Begins September January April July International Students International students should reference our International Student Application Checklist for additional details about required documentation. A copy can be found at (click on International Students). Campus Housing Housing is available on campus for full-time students, but is not guaranteed. Please be advised that accommodations are not available for family members to live on campus. For additional information, contact the Office of Residence Life at or visit Payment Plans Our Office of Student Administrative Services offers flexible payment options for self-paying students, those who qualify for employer reimbursement extension plans, or company or government direct payment plans. An employer reimbursement form can be downloaded from (click on Form Finder link) Wilbraham Road, Springfield, MA ext Fax: study@wne.edu

3 Application for Admission WESTERN NEW ENGLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Application for Admission (Please type or print clearly) PLEASE INDICATE WHICH PROGRAM YOU ARE APPLYING TO: Please indicate which program you are applying to: Master in Business Administration (MBA) Online and Optional In-Class (evening) Full-Time Day JD /MBA MSEM/MBA PharmD/MBA Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) MSA Forensic Accounting and Fraud Concentration MSA Taxation Concentration JD /MSA PERSONAL INFORMATION Name Last First Middle Social Security Number Other names that may appear on educational records Preferred first name Mailing Address Number Street Apt. City State Zip Code Home Telephone ( ) Date of Birth / / MM DD YEAR Home Address Cell Phone Number ( ) Work Telephone ( ) Male Female U.S. Veteran Yes No Please check the appropriate box: U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Other (please explain) International Student: Country of Citizenship Place of Birth Country Intended plan of study: Full-time* Part-time Do you intend to enroll in: Fall (September) Winter (January) Spring (April) Summer (July) year What is your housing preference?: Commuter, off-campus On-campus * Candidates interested in the full-time day program must start classes in the fall. The first cohort class for this program begins fall 2012 Continued on reverse

4 EDUCATION List all colleges, universities, graduate, and professional schools attended: College/University Location Dates of Attendance Degree Earned When did you take the following test(s), check all that apply: GMAT GRE LSAT (JD/MBA and JD/MSA students only) Date Date Date TOEFL* IELTS* EIKEN* Pearson* Date Date Date Date List your overall score(s): GMAT GRE LSAT (JD/MBA and JD/MSA students only) Score Score Score TOEFL IELTS EIKEN Pearson* Score Score Score Score *International students are required to take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), the IELTS (International English Language Testing Systems), Pearson test, or EIKEN test for admission. International students who have attended a college or university in which the instruction was in English will not be required to take the TOEFL. Permanent Residents who have completed their postsecondary education outside of the U.S., with instruction in a language other than English, may be required to demonstrate proficiency in English. List the names of two persons who will provide you with letters of recommendation. Letters are not required for MSA applicants with a BSBA in Accounting from Western New England University or current Western New England University BSBA students applying to the MBA program. Only one letter is required for current Western New England University graduate students who are applying for one of the combined degree programs. a. b. Name of recommender Name of recommender Title Title Please provide essay responses to the following questions. Limit each response to 500 words. Use at least 11 point font and 1.5 spacing. If you are applying to a combined degree program, you will only need to provide a response to question a. a. What strengths will you bring to the graduate program and how will they help you succeed in graduate business study? Discuss any circumstances that you feel account for any perceived weaknesses in your application. b. Discuss how a graduate business degree from Western New England University will help you enhance your career and attain your goals. MBA STUDENTS ONLY The information requested below is used for a preliminary determination of the core knowledge prerequisites that you may need to fulfill before entry into the graduate programs. a. Which of the following topic areas have you studied? Course Institution Date Grade Financial Accounting Principles of Finance Statistical Analysis Microeconomics

5 List any other colleges to which you are applying: From what sources have you learned about Western New England University graduate business programs? Please check all that apply: Internet Friend/Relative/Alumnus Direct Mail Colleague Print Ads Your Human Resource Department TV I am a Western New England alumnus/a Radio Other Have you ever been convicted of a felony (without the record being sealed or expunged)? Yes No If you answered Yes, please provide an explanation on a separate sheet of paper. I, the undersigned, acknowledge that by signing this application form, I am hereby financially responsible for any and all tuition, fees, and other charges incurred during my enrollment at Western New England University. Furthermore, I understand that any and all payment terms must be satisfied before the beginning of each academic session, and that failure to do so may prevent me from being able to register at Western New England University for future sessions. I also understand that finance charges will accrue on any and all unpaid balances. Lastly, I understand that I will be financially responsible for all costs related to collection of any and all unpaid balances, including but not limited to attorney fees, collection costs, and further interest. I understand that the application fee is not refundable for any reason. I certify that the information above is complete and correct to the best of my knowledge, and that I am the original author of any information that is directly requested of me. I understand that my acceptance and matriculation may be canceled if any information in support of my application is found to be false. Signature of Applicant Date If you are seeking an application fee waiver from a Western New England alumnus/a, please complete the following: Alumna/Alumnus Name Signature of Alumna/Alumnus Graduation Date OPTIONAL To meet revised Federal requirements on the collection and reporting of race/ethnicity, please answer the following two statements. A. I identify myself as Hispanic or Latino, or of Spanish origin: Yes No B. I identify myself as belonging to one or more of the following groups (Please check all that apply, if any): Black/African American/Haitian Asian American Indian/Alaska Native Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander White If you answered statement B, please make sure that you also answered statement A. Is English your primary language? Yes No, it is Is English the primary language spoken in your home? Yes No, it is Western New England University is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Executive Director of Human Resources, Western New England University, 1215 Wilbraham Road, Springfield, MA Inquiries concerning the application of nondiscrimination policies may also be referred to the Regional Director, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, J.W. McCormack P.O.C.H., Room 222, Boston, MA

6 GMAT Waiver WESTERN NEW ENGLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF BUSINESS GMAT Waiver Form Applicants must complete this form when requesting a waiver of the GMAT requirement. Please check ONE of the following to justify the request: 1. Completion of a graduate degree, master's, or doctorate, from an accredited college or university with quantitative coursework (six or more credits) averaging a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Send official copy of transcripts to the Admissions Office. 2. Acceptable Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score. Send official copy to the Admissions Office. 3. Currently enrolled in the Western New England University School of Law JD program in good academic standing. Arrange for copy of LSAT report to be sent from the School of Law to the Admissions Office. 4. Have passed all sections of the Uniform CPA Exam. Attach copy of score reports. 5. Current professional certification (see list below). Attach documentation of certification. Approved professional certifications: Certified Public Accountant (any state), Certified Management Accountant, Certified Network Engineer, Certified Professional Engineer, Certified Integrated Resource Manager, Certified in Production and Inventory Management, Certified Financial Planner, Certified Financial Analyst, Certified in Financial Management, Registered Pharmacist, Project Management Professional, Registered Nurse, Six Sigma Green Belt or higher (two week course), Fellow of Society of Actuaries. 6. A minimum of four years of professional experience that demonstrates steady career progression toward senior levels of management with increasing budgetary responsibilities. Please attach a written statement that provides specific examples in which you have demonstrated the following skills leadership, supervision, decision-making, analytical, problem solving, and budgetary. All applicants requesting a GMAT waiver must provide a written statement explaining why a waiver should be granted. Attach a separate page to this form with the explanation. Name (please print) Signature Date

7 Recommendation Form WESTERN NEW ENGLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Recommendation Form To the Applicant Please complete the following and ask your recommender to complete the rest of the form. Name of Applicant: Last First Middle MBA MSA JD/MBA MSEM/MBA PharmD/MBA JD/MSA Waiver: Under the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, I waive my right of access to this recommendation; Western New England University may consider it to be confidential. Applicant s Signature To the Recommender Thank you for providing an evaluation of the applicant named above. We value your candid and thoughtful assessment of the applicant. Your comments will be reviewed only by persons involved in the admissions process. Please attach a separate letter of recommendation on your own letterhead or stationery. Please provide your insights on the applicant s creative and practical abilities which would make him or her an effective leader. We ask that your recommendation include answers to the following questions, but invite you to provide any other information you think relevant: How long and in what capacity have you known the applicant? What characteristics has the applicant demonstrated which indicate to you that he or she will be a successful leader in business and society? Where applicable, please describe situations which demonstrate these characteristics. Please comment on the applicant s strengths, as well as the areas in which the applicant still needs to develop. Please complete the recommendation by filling out the questionnaire on the back of this form. Please return this recommendation to: Admissions Office Western New England University 1215 Wilbraham Road Springfield, MA Fax: Thank you for your assistance. Business Graduate Admissions Committee Continued on reverse

8 WESTERN NEW ENGLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Recommendation Questionnaire Recommendation Questionnaire Based on your experience, please rate the applicant in the following areas: Truly Exceptional Excellent Very Good Good Below Average Unable Top 2% Top 10% Top 25% Middle 50% Lower 25% to Judge Oral communication skills Written communication skills Maturity compared to peers Initiative Flexibility Ability to work with others Ability to accept constructive feedback and learn from it Ability to understand others viewpoints Time management skills Self-confidence Leadership Are you confident of the applicant s integrity? Yes No Unable to judge In summary I... enthusiastically recommend recommend recommend with some reservations do not recommend Signature of Recommender Date Name of Recommender (please print) Title and Organization Work Telephone Street Address City State Zip Code

9 Recommendation Form WESTERN NEW ENGLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Recommendation Form To the Applicant Please complete the following and ask your recommender to complete the rest of the form. Name of Applicant: Last First Middle MBA MSA JD/MBA MSEM/MBA PharmD/MBA JD/MSA Waiver: Under the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, I waive my right of access to this recommendation; Western New England University may consider it to be confidential. Applicant s Signature To the Recommender Thank you for providing an evaluation of the applicant named above. We value your candid and thoughtful assessment of the applicant. Your comments will be reviewed only by persons involved in the admissions process. Please attach a separate letter of recommendation on your own letterhead or stationery. Please provide your insights on the applicant s creative and practical abilities which would make him or her an effective leader. We ask that your recommendation include answers to the following questions, but invite you to provide any other information you think relevant: How long and in what capacity have you known the applicant? What characteristics has the applicant demonstrated which indicate to you that he or she will be a successful leader in business and society? Where applicable, please describe situations which demonstrate these characteristics. Please comment on the applicant s strengths, as well as the areas in which the applicant still needs to develop. Please complete the recommendation by filling out the questionnaire on the back of this form. Please return this recommendation to: Admissions Office Western New England University 1215 Wilbraham Road Springfield, MA Fax: Thank you for your assistance. Business Graduate Admissions Committee Continued on reverse

10 WESTERN NEW ENGLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Recommendation Questionnaire Recommendation Questionnaire Based on your experience, please rate the applicant in the following areas: Truly Exceptional Excellent Very Good Good Below Average Unable Top 2% Top 10% Top 25% Middle 50% Lower 25% to Judge Oral communication skills Written communication skills Maturity compared to peers Initiative Flexibility Ability to work with others Ability to accept constructive feedback and learn from it Ability to understand others viewpoints Time management skills Self-confidence Leadership Are you confident of the applicant s integrity? Yes No Unable to judge In summary I... enthusiastically recommend recommend recommend with some reservations do not recommend Signature of Recommender Date Name of Recommender (please print) Title and Organization Work Telephone Street Address City State Zip Code

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