Apply to Thunderbird
At Thunderbird, we make the application process easy by consolidating most steps through a user-friendly online application portal. Detailed instructions are provided on the online application and our Global Admissions Team is available to assist you throughout the entire process. Admissions decisions take approximately 4-6 weeks.
If you have any questions, please contact us directly at admissions@thunderbird.edu or call +1 602 978-7100 or 800 457-6966.
Click on a program below for eligibility/application requirements
Full-time MBA
Eligibility requirements
- English proficiency: Yes
- Education requirements: Four-year degree or equivalent
- Work experience: Minimum 2 years
Application requirements
- Official GMAT or GRE score: Yes
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE test score: If applicable
- Transcripts: Yes
- Personal essay(s): Yes
- Resume or CV: Yes
- References: Yes, minimum of 2
- Application fee: $125
- Interview with Admissions: Required
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Online MBA
Eligibility requirements
- English proficiency: Yes
- Education requirements: Four-year degree or equivalent
- Work experience: 2 years (recommended)
Application requirements
- Official GMAT or GRE score: Yes (waivers may be available to highly qualified candidates)
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE test score: If applicable
- Transcripts: Yes
- Personal essay(s): Yes
- Resume or CV: Yes
- References: Yes, minimum of 2
- Application fee: $125
- Interview with Admissions: Required
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Executive MBA - US
Eligibility requirements
- English proficiency: Yes
- Education requirements: Four-year degree or equivalent
- Work experience: Minimum 8 years, 3 years in management
Application requirements
- Official GMAT or GRE score: No
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE test score: If applicable
- Transcripts: Yes
- Personal essay(s): Yes
- Resume or CV: Yes
- References: Yes, minimum of 2
- Application fee: $125
- Interview with Admissions: Required
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Master of Science in Global Management
Eligibility requirements
- English proficiency: Yes
- Education requirements: Four-year degree or equivalent
- Work experience: None
Application requirements
- Official GMAT or GRE score: Yes
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE test score: If applicable
- Transcripts: Yes
- Personal essay(s): Yes
- Resume or CV: Yes
- References: Yes, minimum of 2
- Application fee: $125
- Interview with Admissions: Required
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Master of Science in Global Marketing
Eligibility requirements
- English proficiency: Yes
- Education requirements: Four-year degree or equivalent in business, economics, mathematics, engineering, or science**
- Work experience: None**
Application requirements
- Official GMAT or GRE score: Yes
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE test score: If applicable
- Transcripts: Yes
- Personal essay(s): Yes
- Resume or CV: Yes
- References: Yes, minimum of 2
- Application fee: $125
- Interview with Admissions: Required
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**Two years of work experience may be substituted if your undergraduate degree is in something other than the disciplines specified.
Master of Science in Global Finance
Eligibility requirements
- English proficiency: Yes
- Education requirements: Four-year degree or equivalent in business, economics, mathematics, engineering, or science**
- Work experience: None**
Application requirements
- Official GMAT or GRE score: Yes
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE test score: If applicable
- Transcripts: Yes
- Personal essay(s): Yes
- Resume or CV: Yes
- References: Yes, minimum of 2
- Application fee: $125
- Interview with Admissions: Required
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**Two years of work experience may be substituted if your undergraduate degree is in something other than the disciplines specified.
Master of Arts in Global Affairs & Management
Eligibility requirements
- English proficiency: Yes
- Education requirements: Four-year degree or equivalent
- Work experience: None
Application requirements
- Official GMAT or GRE score: Yes
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE test score: If applicable
- Transcripts: Yes
- Personal essay(s): Yes
- Resume or CV: Yes
- References: Yes, minimum of 2
- Application fee: $125
- Interview with Admissions: Required
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Online Dual Degree with Indiana University
Eligibility requirements
- English proficiency: Yes
- Education requirements: Four-year degree or equivalent
- Work experience: 2 years (recommended)
Application requirements
- Indiana University "Admissions Questionnaire:" While you apply to the dual-degree program via Thunderbird's online application, you must also indicate your interest by completing this IU online questionnaire. Simply read the first page and click "next." Then select "Thunderbird Dual Degree - Fall Term Start" from the options, complete the required information and submit.
- Official GMAT or GRE score: Yes (waivers may be available to highly qualified candidates)
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE test score: If applicable
- Transcripts: Yes
- Personal essay(s): Yes
- Resume or CV: Yes
- References: Yes, minimum of 2
- Application fee: $185
- Interview with Admissions: Required
Additional information:
Because this is a dual degree program with Indiana University's Kelley School of Business, you will need to submit transcripts and test scores to both Thunderbird and IU. You will begin the application process by submitting Thunderbird’s online application. Admissions counselors at both schools will support you throughout the remainder of the application process.
For more information, contact us at
or call +1 602 978-7100 or 800 457-6966.
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Full-Time Post-MBA
Eligibility requirements
- English proficiency: Yes
- Education requirements: MBA from approved institution earned within the last 5 years
- Work experience: Minimum 2 years
Application requirements
- Official GMAT or GRE score: No
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE test score: If applicable
- Transcripts: Yes
- Personal essay(s): Yes
- Resume or CV: Yes
- References: Yes, minimum of 2
- Application fee: $125
- Interview with Admissions: Required
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Online Post-MBA
Eligibility requirements
- English proficiency: Yes
- Education requirements: MBA from approved institution earned within the last 5 years
- Work experience: 2 years (recommended)
Application requirements
- Official GMAT or GRE score: No
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE test score: If applicable
- Transcripts: Yes
- Personal essay(s): Yes
- Resume or CV: Yes
- References: Yes, minimum of 2
- Application fee: $125
- Interview with Admissions: Required
Read more about Thunderbird's Online Post-MBA
Full-Time Dual Degree
Eligibility requirements
- English proficiency: Yes
- Education requirements: Four-year degree or equivalent
- Work experience: N/A
Application requirements
- Official GMAT or GRE score: Yes
- TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE test score: If applicable
- Transcripts: Yes
- Personal essay(s): Yes
- Resume or CV: Yes
- References: Yes, minimum of 2
- Application fee: $125
- Interview with Admissions: Required
- Additional information:
Students applying for a dual-degree program must meet the admissions/eligibility requirements of Thunderbird and the partner school. Read about our dual degree partners.
Read more about Thunderbird's Full-time Dual Degrees
Dual Degrees with Vermont Law School
This dual-degree program allows you to pair any of Thunderbird’s full-time degree programs with a Juris Doctor or Master of Environmental Law & Policy from Vermont Law School. Admissions standards and criteria are specific to each degree program.
To qualify for the dual degrees, candidates must apply separately to and be accepted by each institution based on their respective admissions requirements.
Choose your Thunderbird program of interest from this chart for more details on Thunderbird eligibility and application requirements. For more on the Vermont program details, see the Vermont Law School Partnership page.
Note: All international students admitted to Thunderbird will need to complete the I-20 process in order to obtain the necessary visas for study in the United States. Thunderbird’s Admissions department will support you in this process. Contact admissions@thunderbird.edu for more information.
