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programs/mba/minnesota-carlson-qs-mba
Salary & Career
avg salary$146,511
employed at 3mo87%
Program Info
duration2 years
tuition$111,888
formatFull-time
teachingExperiential learning focused (Enterprise programs) combined with case studies and lecture-based instruction.
Class Profile
class size98
avg age28
avg work experience5.3 years
women %41%
international %34%
Rankings
QS rank#78
tierIII
Admissions
GMAT Range
650-740
TOEFL Min
100+
IELTS Min
7.0+
GRE
Accepted
Application Deadlines
round1October 14, 2024
round2January 6, 2025
round3March 17, 2025
Curriculum
Core Courses
Financial AccountingData Analysis and Decision MakingMarketing ManagementStrategy and Competitive AnalysisOperations ManagementFinancial ManagementLeading Others
Elective Areas
EntrepreneurshipFinanceInformation SystemsMarketingSupply Chain & Operations
Concentrations
FinanceMarketingSupply Chain & OperationsInformation SystemsMedical IndustryManagement
Top Recruiters
AmazonDeloitteMedtronic
Top Industries
ConsultingTechnologyHealthcare
Exchange Programs
HEC ParisWHU - Otto Beisheim School of ManagementESADE Business SchoolCopenhagen Business SchoolVienna University of Economics and Business
Program Highlights
  • -Experiential learning through Enterprise programs
  • -Strong career services
  • -Customizable curriculum
ROI
total cost$111,888
program typeFull-time
APPLICATION TIMELINE
# plan your timeline for MBA
deadline:
Oct 14, 2025
[!] Deadline passed remaining
progress:0/25 tasks
what_ready:
# reminders:
- ⚠️ URGENT: Less than 3 months until deadline - prioritize immediately
- Consider taking GMAT within 4 weeks - limited prep time remaining
- Focus on essay quality - this is your strongest differentiator now
- Reach out to recommenders immediately - they need advance notice
TIMELINE BREAKDOWN
[done]GMAT/GRE Preparation
# Study and take standardized test
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Jul 14, 2025 (-415 days)
[done]Document Gathering
# Collect transcripts and credentials
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Aug 14, 2025 (-384 days)
[done]Letters of Recommendation
# Request and follow up on references
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Aug 14, 2025 (-384 days)
[done]Essay Writing
# Draft and refine application essays
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Sep 14, 2025 (-353 days)
[done]Final Review & Submission
# Complete and submit application
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Oct 14, 2025 (-323 days)
# general guide only. check official website for requirements.
ADMISSION CALCULATOR
MBA
gpa (0-4.0):
>
gmat (200-800):
>
work_experience (yrs):
>
admission_probability:
60%
[target]
[+]gpa: strong
[~]test: average
[~]exp: average
recommendations:
- Seek leadership opportunities in current role
# estimate only. actual decisions consider essays, interviews, etc.
data: Financial Times & QS 2025
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