Drexel University’s AACSB-accredited LeBow College of Business features the future-ready, Part-Time MBA, which offers enhanced flexibility while consistently adapting to the latest industry needs. In our comprehensive, experiential and streamlined program, you’ll build your interdisciplinary skills in leadership, data-driven decision-making and emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and automation.
Apply learnings immediately in your work and thrive in your career.
Experience the Drexel Difference
Our future-ready MBA program takes an applied approach through experiential learning opportunities. This approach is propelled by over 100 years of industry-based education at Drexel, and it can build your professional network and expand your knowledge through relevant, real-world applications. Choose from experiential electives in digital marketing, negotiations for leaders and more, and graduate ready to drive innovation in your industry.
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Application Requirements
The Drexel LeBow College of Business runs on a quarter-based academic calendar, terms last 10 weeks instead of the 15 in a semester system. Classes are accelerated to a real-world pace of learning and achieving. All applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Degrees earned abroad will be evaluated and must be deemed equivalent.
Application Deadline: September 1 (Fall Term 2025)
- 1. Complete Your Application
First, complete your online application and submit your supplemental documents through the Application Portal. An application fee of $65 U.S. is required.
- 2. Upload Your Transcripts
Transcripts from all institutions attended are required. To expedite the process, you can upload unofficial transcripts for each institution in the admissions portal. If you are accepted to LeBow, you will be required to submit official transcripts from all schools attended prior to the start of the first term.
- 3. Provide a Letter of Recommendation
One letter of recommendation is required from either a professional or academic reference. You will be asked to enter your reference’s contact information into the application system, which will generate a formal request that is sent to your recommender.
Note: Please let your recommender know they will be receiving the request through an auto-generated email. If your recommender has already written the recommendation, they must formally submit it via email to the enrollment team on your behalf.
- 4. Upload Your Professional CV/Résumé
You will be asked to upload your CV/résumé as part of your application or through the Applicant Portal.
- 5. Submit a Personal Essay
You are required to submit a personal statement/essay that addresses the following areas:
- Future career goals
- How this graduate degree will allow you to grow professionally
- Why you are choosing Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business
- Anything additional about your personal or professional experiences that will support your growth in leadership, community and personal development
Suggested personal statement/essay length is one page, single spaced to two pages, double spaced (300 to 500 words)
- GMAT/GRE Test Optional
GMAT or GRE test scores are not required for LeBow College of Business graduate admissions. However, applicants who have completed or will be completing the GMAT or GRE are encouraged to submit their test scores to be considered for additional merit scholarship opportunities. Sharing of test scores is also recommended for those who may have minimal quantitative or analytical experience, to help showcase quantitative aptitude.
Have Questions?
Our team is here to support you! Request an individualized session with a LeBow graduate enrollment advisor to get answers about the admissions process, your program of interest, and scholarship and career opportunities.
A Global Campus in the Heart of Philadelphia
Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business is a top-ranked, AACSB-accredited business school known for its pioneering experiential education. Located in Philadelphia’s University City — just a short train ride away from New York and Washington, D.C. — our students have access to our many industry partners and leaders in business, research and government.
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