Additional Note University of Denver—M.S in Marketing I PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Put your creativity, strategic thinking and brand building skills to work The Department of Marketing at the Daniels College of Business aligns you with live client accounts, providing opportunities to learn at the ground level and building realworld connections Digital Emphasis—One of the few programs in the country where you master hard analytical skills and participate in unique cases each year Corporate Connections—Leverage our network of more than 500 local companies and 5,800 corporations across the globe Research Opportunities—Build connections with world-class faculty while gaining invaluable experience, whether you’re an undergraduate or graduate student Actionable Insights—Engage with the Consumer Insights and Business Innovation Center (CiBiC) It is a state-of-the-art research center that guides you, faculty and businesses along a journey that starts with understanding the needs, feelings and behaviors of consumers and ends with ideas for developing new and improved market offerings http://daniels.du.edu/masters-degrees/marketing/ II DEADLINE Application Deadlines Daniels encourages applicants to submit a completed application as early as possible to secure a place in our programs Once we have received your online application and application fee we will render an admissions decision promptly Our goal is a smooth and responsive admissions process Fall Quarter Entry (Classes start in early September) Round November Round January 15 Round March 15 Round May Merit-based financial assistance includes scholarships and graduate assistantships Additional Note International applicants must apply by March 15 to allow time to obtain a student visa Applications received after May 15 will be considered on a space-available basis Spring Quarter Entry (Classes start in early mid-March) Round October Round December Round January 15 Merit-based financial assistance includes scholarships and graduate assistantships International applicants must apply by December to allow time to obtain a student visa Applications received after February will be considered on a space-available basis https://daniels.du.edu/marketing/# https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-students/admissions/ III.ADMISSION REQUIREMENT GMAT or GRE Scores Applicants will need to submit a GMAT or GRE score during the application process English Proficiency TOEFL: A score of 240(paper-based), 587(computer-based), or 94 (Internet-based) is preferred to consider an applicant for admission (no less than a 20 TOEFL on any section of the test) Those receiving less than these suggested scores will only be admitted under special consideration for outstanding work experience, additional evidence of language ability, or exceptional academic performance IELTS: A score of 7.0 or higher is preferred to consider an applicant for admission Those receiving less than these suggested scores will only be admitted under special consideration for outstanding work experience, additional evidence of language, or exceptional academic performance Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Certificate: A score of 185 overall (with no sub-score below 170) is preferred for admissions consideration Students must present a minimum grade of C on this certificate as sufficient proof of English proficiency Please supply us with your Candidate’s ID Number and Candidate’s Secret Number and we will be happy to verify your results Possible Exemptions: International applicants with a regionally accredited bachelor’s degree from a U.S institution and/or whose native language is English may be exempt from the TOEFL/IELTS/CAE requirement Alternatively, if an applicant received a postsecondary degree from a formally-recognized/accredited institution and the Additional Note institution’s only language of instruction and examination is English, the applicant may be exempt from the TOEFL/IELTS/CAE requirement Please submit proof of these circumstances with application materials Contact the Admission Office for clarification Work Experience We not require work experience for specialized master’s degrees However, MBA degrees require at least two years of full-time professional work experience; three years is preferred The Executive MBA degree requires ten years of work experience, with at least eight in a progressively responsible management role In reviewing your work experience, we consider your achievements, managerial or leadership potential, contributions to the community, personal ethics and values and motivation for a graduate business degree https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-students/admissions/ IV PROCESS & MAILING ADDRESS Process Online Application Application Fee: $100 Transcripts Applicants must request current transcripts from each higher education institution attended Students must earn a regionally-accredited undergraduate degree (or international equivalent) prior to enrollment If transcripts are in a language other than English, applicants must submit original copies of the transcripts as well as official, certified English translations of those documents Transcripts must be in officially sealed envelopes, sent directly from the issuing institution Documents that arrive in opened envelopes and/or marked “issued to student” will not be considered official For applicants who attended regionallyaccredited educational institutions in India, we require individual mark sheets for all semesters with all attempts of examination Submitting Unofficial vs Official Transcripts Official Transcript Sealed and mailed directly from the issuing institution Sealed and hand-delivered to the University of Denver Electronically transferred directly to the University of Denver Unofficial Transcripts Student provided email, copy, opened envelope from issuing institution We cannot accept pictures or images of transcript as unofficial or official The Office of Graduate Admissions accepts up-to-date, unofficial transcripts for Additional Note admissions consideration; however, applicants must submit final, official transcripts if admitted to the program Professional Resume GMAT/GRE Scores To have your GMAT or GRE scores reported to Daniels, please use the following codes: GMAT code is MZR-GT-65 and the GRE code is 4842 Letters of Recommendation Two letters of recommendation are required from individuals (nonrelatives) who can evaluate your academic and/or work performance as well as your potential for success in graduate school Please provide the email addresses of your recommenders when filling out the online application and let them know they will receive an email from Daniels with instructions on how to submit the completed recommendation form online If you prefer to contact your recommenders directly, you may download the Letter of Recommendation form and have them send the completed form to daniels@du.edu Essays TOEFL/IELTS ETS Institution Code: 4842 Mailing Address Send official transcripts to: Office of Graduate Admissions Daniels College of Business, University of Denver 2101 S University Blvd., Suite 255 Denver, CO 80208-8921 Main: 303.871.3411 Graduate Admission: +1 303.871.3416 Official transcripts sent through a secure email service should be directed to daniels@du.edu http://daniels.du.edu/masters-degrees/marketing/admissions/ V SOP/ESSAY/WRITING SAMPLE Essays Essays are assessed for clarity, organization, conciseness and grammar Through the essays, you can communicate what you hope to achieve at Daniels and how you will contribute to the Daniels community Take advantage of the third optional open-topic essay to let us know what sets you apart from other applicants Essay What contribution will you make to the Daniels learning environment? Include Additional Note examples of previous experience that demonstrate your readiness for graduate school, specific to the program for which you are applying (maximum 350 words) Essay Describe an ethical dilemma that you encountered Explain alternatives you considered and how you determined the best action to take (maximum 350 words) Essay Provide any additional information you would like the admissions committee to consider concerning your professional experience, personal accomplishments or academic record (maximum 350 words) Professional Resume In addition to documenting your level of work experience in the online application, you will be required to submit a résumé demonstrating the scope of your professional experience and educational achievements http://daniels.du.edu/masters-degrees/marketing/admissions/ VI ADDITIONAL NOTE FOR INT’L APPLICANT Visa After you are admitted, you will need an F-1 or J-1 Student Visa in order to live and study in the United States Do not worry—we are here to help you out if you run into any problems Just contact us at INTLADM@du.edu Financial Verification Form Start by filling out the Financial Verification Form and submitting your bank documents For an F-1 Student Visa, you will need to show you can pay for at least the first year of your study at DU If you are applying for a J-1 Visa (through the DS-2019 form), you must show that you can pay for the full duration of your time at DU Download Financial Verification Form Supplement for International Applicants Fill out the Supplement for International Applicants We need this to verify your information for your I-20 Download Supplement for International Applicants Pay the SEVIS fee SEVIS is where the United States government maintains information on international students who are visiting for educational purposes It's where your I-20 and visa information is stored and updated, and you will need to register and pay the SEVIS fee before you can obtain your official student visa Find more information at the SEVIS website Your SEVIS fee must be paid at least three days before your visa interview Additional Note Interview You must participate in an interview at your local United States Embassy or Consulate We recommend scheduling this interview as soon as possible, as it takes time to confirm an appointment Bring these essential documents Passport: Your passport must be valid for at least six months past the expiration of your I-20 Financial documents: You will need to show that you can pay for the first year of your education Admission letter I-20 form Educational documents: Bring the documents you submitted with your DU application (transcripts, test scores, etc.) https://www.du.edu/admission-aid/undergraduate/international-applicants/visainformation.html Tuition and Fee Per Quarter Per Year Tuition $15,840 $47,520 Student Fees $351 $1,053 Living Expenses (estimated) $4,188 $12,564 Books/Supplies/Health Insurance $1,407 $4,221 Total $21,786 $65,358 https://www.du.edu/admission-aid/undergraduate/international-applicants/tuition.html VII STATUS CHECK https://admission.du.edu/account/login?r=https%3a%2f%2fadmission.du.edu %2fapply%2f VIII OTHER Admissions Interview Qualified applicants may be invited to complete an admissions interview on campus or via Skype The admissions interview is an opportunity for both you and Daniels admissions staff to evaluate whether or not the program is a good fit After you have completed all other application requirements, your graduate admissions manager will contact you via email to schedule the interview Additional Note By invitation only https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-students/admissions/ Financial Aid Merit-based Scholarships, Graduate Assistantships and Work-Study The majority of merit-based scholarships, Graduate Assistantship (GA) and workstudy positions are offered at the time of acceptance to a Daniels graduate program Scholarships and GA positions are awarded based on extraordinary academic performance and relevant work experience There is no separate application process; decisions are based on your graduate-school application GA positions provide a tuition waiver and a small stipend Work-study positions are available for graduate students who have financial need as determined by the FAFSA form The average salary is $14.00/hour, hours per week The GMAT/GRE is required of all those wishing to be considered for merit-based scholarships, work-study positions and Graduate Assistantships Both U.S and international students may apply for merit-based scholarships, workstudy positions and Graduate Assistantships Most merit-based scholarships range from $5,000–$24,000 total, disbursed equally over the duration of a student's program https://daniels.du.edu/graduate-students/admissions/ ... the University of Denver Unofficial Transcripts Student provided email, copy, opened envelope from issuing institution We cannot accept pictures or images of transcript as unofficial or official... examination Submitting Unofficial vs Official Transcripts Official Transcript Sealed and mailed directly from the issuing institution Sealed and hand-delivered to the University of Denver Electronically... Admissions Daniels College of Business, University of Denver 2101 S University Blvd., Suite 255 Denver, CO 80208-8921 Main: 303.871.3411 Graduate Admission: +1 303.871.3416 Official transcripts sent