Graduate Business Programs Admissions

2024 Graduate Degree Application Deadlines

MS in Global Supply Chain Management enrolls new students in Fall, Winter, or Spring. Master of Taxation enrolls new students in Summer or Fall (part time students only in Fall). MS in Finance enrolls new students in Fall and Winter. MBA, MS in Real Estate, and Master of Applied Data Science start in Fall only. Graduate certificates start terms vary; see below for more information.

Application Requirements

Admission requirements for prospective graduate business students at Portland State vary by program and certificate. Please note that admission requirements for any program or certificate have to be met in addition to Portland State’s minimum admission requirements.

Start by understanding which admission requirements you will need to fulfill in order to be considered for your program or certificate of interest, in addition to Portland State’s minimum standards.

Once your application is submitted, we will be in touch if we find anything incomplete or need clarification. Once finalized, you will be able to check the status of your application online. As soon as the decision has been made, you will receive a notice via email and will be able to access the corresponding letter online.

We are excited for you to launch your next career chapter with The School of Business. Please send questions to sbgradadmissions@pdx.edu.

International Student Admissions

About 20% of all graduate business students at PSU are international students, enriching the learning experience with their diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Admissions requirements for international students are mostly the same as for U.S. students. One additional requirement that international students may be asked to provide is proof of English language proficiency. Please also keep in mind that if you are sending transcripts in a language other than English, you will need to submit a certified translation along with the original.

Admissions requirements

• If seeking an F-1 visa, apply for a program that is eligible for F-1 visa status. These programs include: MBA full time, Master of Science in Finance, Master of Science in Real Estate
• International Documents & Certified Translations: this page explains what you need to provide in order for Portland State to verify documents (such as transcripts) issued in a language other than English.
• English Language Proficiency Requirements: this page explains options for demonstrating English language proficiency.

Visa requirements

Financial Documentation for the I-20: this page outlines tuition, fees and estimated living expenses for international students.

Please note that only three of our graduate programs are eligible for F-1 visas: 

• Full time MBA
• Master of Science in Finance
• MS in Real Estate

Financial aid

Financial Aid for International Students: visit this page for a brief explanation of financial aid available to international students as well as helpful resources.

Vaccination requirements

Measles Vaccine Requirement: all students have to show immunity to measles. International students have to meet this requirement before beginning their first term at Portland State.

Gaining work experience in the U.S.

• Working on Campus
• F-1: Curricular Practical Training (CPT) 
• F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT)