Now Accepting Winter 2026 Applications. Apply by December 1, 2025
Attend an information session to waive the application fee.
Graduate Degree Application Deadlines
Application | Open Date | Close Date |
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Winter 2026 | December 15, 2024 | December 1, 2025 |
Spring 2026 | March 1, 2025 | March 1, 2026 |
Summer 2026 | July 1, 2025 | June 1, 2026 |
Fall 2026 | October 1, 2025 | August 1, 2026 |
Master Program Terms of Admission
The following table outlines when each master's program enrolls new students.
Program Name | Term(s) of Admission |
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MS in Applied Data Science for Business | Fall Quarter |
Daytime MBA for Career Explorers* | Fall Quarter |
Evening MBA for Career Accelerators | Fall Quarter |
Online MBA | All Quarters (Launching Summer 2026) |
MS in Finance* | Fall Quarter** |
MS in Global Supply Chain Management | Fall, Winter & Spring Quarters |
MS in Real Estate* | Fall Quarter |
Master of Taxation | Summer and Fall Quarters |
*Daytime MBA, MS in Finance and MS in Real Estate are currently the only full-time in-person programs (eligible for F-1 student visas). F-1 visa applicants should apply to fall term by April 1st due to long wait times for appointments with U.S. consulates.
**Fall term is the preferred start for MS in Finance students. Winter admission is offered as an alternative track and may take longer to complete than if started in fall. International students admitted in winter will need to take 2-4 additional elective credits to stay compliant with F-1 student visa requirements.
Scholarship Application Deadlines
Application | Open Date | Close Date |
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University Scholarships For funding beginning Fall 2025 for new and continuing students | November 1, 2025 | April 1, 2026 (additional deadlines may vary by scholarship program) |
Redefine & Transform Scholarship For students admitted to the following terms: Winter 2026, Spring 2026, Summer 2026, Fall 2026 | Submit with program application (see app dates above) | May 1, 2026 |
General School of Business Admissions Scholarships | No additional materials required -- opt in on program application. | August 1, 2026 |
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.