We are excited for your interest in the Fox School. Since its founding in 1918, over 65,000 alumni have chosen Fox for its singular record of excellence in providing student-centered, career-focused education. Thank you for taking the first step toward becoming a part of the Fox community.
Instructions
Apply through the Fox online application portal and submit a $60 application fee.
After fee payment, the admission materials below will be available to upload within the application portal. An application will only be considered for admission once all required materials are received.
Please note all graduate candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and should have the US equivalent of a minimum of overall 3.0 GPA.
Admissions Documents
For timely processing, we encourage you to prepare the following materials prior to submitting your application.
Academic Programs
Please review your intended academic program for additional admission requirements and considerations.
Master of Business Administration
Prerequisites
A minimum of two years of work experience is required; five or more years of work experience is strongly preferred.
Executive MBA
Prerequisites
A minimum of 10 years of professional experience is required, with five to seven years of managerial experience.
Essays
- A Supplemental Essay is also required. This essay should describe a leadership decision you have made in your career. What was the outcome of the decision? If you had to make the same decision again today, would you and why/why not? Word count should fall under 250 words.
Degree Modality: Majority Online
This degree requires substantial online coursework. As such, it is not eligible for an F-1 sponsorship. Applicants should consult with an admissions representative for further information.
Master of Accountancy
Prerequisites
Successful completion of the following accounting coursework. Prerequisite tax courses should address U.S. tax laws.
- Auditing
- Cost Accounting
- Federal Taxes on Income
- Financial Accounting
- Intermediate Accounting I and II
Financial Accounting, Intermediate Accounting I, and Intermediate Accounting II course equivalents must address U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
In addition to transcripts, you may be asked for course descriptions.
Master of Health Administration
Prerequisites
A minimum of three years of healthcare experience or management is highly recommended.
Degree Modality: Majority Online
This degree requires substantial online coursework. As such, it is not eligible for an F-1 sponsorship. Applicants should consult with an admissions representative for further information.
MS in Actuarial Science
Prerequisites
Due to the mathematical nature of many actuarial science courses and their fast pace, the admissions review includes particular attention to your quantitative background.
This background must include multivariable calculus and probability (both discrete and continuous).
Standardized Test Scores
This program requires either submission of the passed actuarial Exam P, the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), or the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) taken within the last five years.
Please request a test score report to be sent to Temple University (GRE: 2906 / GMAT: 72S3T52).
MS in Business Analytics
Prerequisites
Due to the mathematical nature and fast pace of many business analytics courses, the admissions review includes particular attention to your quantitative background.
This background must include statistics and comfortability with Excel.
MS in Digital Marketing
Prerequisites
A minimum of two years of marketing experience is highly recommended.
Degree Modality: Online
This degree is conducted entirely online. As such, it is not eligible for an F-1 student visa sponsorship. Applicants should consult with an admissions representative for further information.
MS in Financial Analysis
Prerequisites
Due to the mathematical nature of many financial analysis courses and their fast pace, the admissions review includes particular attention to your quantitative background.
This background must include accounting, economics, finance, and statistics.
MS in Quantitative Finance and Risk Management
Prerequisites
Due to the mathematical nature of this degree’s courses and their fast pace, the admissions review includes particular attention to your quantitative background.
This background must include calculus.
MS in Financial Analysis and Quantitative Risk Management
Prerequisites
Due to the mathematical nature of many financial analysis courses and their fast pace, the admissions review includes particular attention to your quantitative background.
This background must include accounting, economics, finance, statistics, and calculus.
MS in Human Resource Management
Degree Modality: Online
This degree is conducted entirely online. As such, it is not eligible for an F-1 student visa sponsorship. Applicants should consult with an admissions representative for further information.
MS in Information Technology Auditing and Cyber Security
Prerequisites
Due to the technical nature and fast pace of this degree’s courses, the admissions review includes particular attention to your IT background.
For eligible candidates without sufficient IT experience, the program offers an additional Enterprise Architecture for IT Auditors course. This course introduces IT concepts and provides hands-on skills essential for success in the program. This course brings the program from 30 required credit hours to 33 required credit hours. Please contact an admissions representative for further information.
MS in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship
No additional requirements.
MS in Statistics and Data Science
Prerequisites
Due to the mathematical nature of this degree’s courses and their fast pace, the admissions review includes particular attention to your quantitative background.
Standardized Test Score
This program requires either submission of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) taken within the last five years.
Please request a test score report to be sent to Temple University (GRE: 2906 / GMAT: 72S3T52).
The Fox PhD
Prerequisites
A master's degree in a related discipline is not required, but preferred.
Due to the mathematical nature of this degree’s courses, the admissions review includes particular attention to your quantitative background. This background includes a working knowledge of calculus, functions, calculating and understanding derivatives and optimization. At a minimum, a familiarity with the mathematics entailed in an intermediate microeconomics college course.
The ability to conduct research, as demonstrated by academic research publications, and whether your indicated research interests match those of our faculty are also taken into consideration.
Standardized Test Score
This program requires either submission of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) taken within the last five years.
Preferred Tests by Specialty:
- PhD Business Administration – GMAT
- PhD Statistics – GRE
Please request a test score report to be sent to Temple University (GRE: 2906 / GMAT: 72S3T52).
Letters of Recommendation
This program requires two letters of recommendation that support your candidacy into a doctoral program.
Essays
- Statement of Goals should also address your research area of interest. Word count should fall between 750-1000 words
- A Supplemental Essay is also required. This essay should address other experiences that could enhance your application. Examples include non-profit experience, volunteerism, or overcoming a life obstacle. These may or may not be related to research. (1000 word max suggested)
Academic Paper (optional)
You may also upload an article or paper you would like considered with your application. Excluding such an article or paper will *not* adversely affect your likelihood of admission.
Interview (invite only)
After initial review of your credentials a personal interview may be requested. Telephone interviews are acceptable and will be arranged by the appropriate department coordinator. A visit to campus is the responsibility of the applicant. To arrange for a campus visit, please send an email to your intended concentration advisor.
Executive DBA
Prerequisites
A master's degree in a related discipline or an MBA is not required, but preferred.
A minimum of 12 years of management experience, with at least 7 at the executive level.
Essays
- Statement of Goals should also address your research area of interest. Word count should fall between 750-1000 words.
- A Supplemental Essay is also required. This essay should address how you plan to balance the academic demands of the DBA program into your current schedule. Word count should fall under 500 words.
Degree Modality: Part-time and Online delivery
This degree requires substantial online coursework coupled with occasional weekend residencies and is intended as part-time study, complementing a candidate’s current job. As such, it is not eligible for an F-1 sponsorship. Applicants should consult with an admissions representative for further information.
Grad Certificates
No additional requirements. Does not require any letters of recommendation.