- Basic information, including residency for tuition purposes
- Demonstration of sufficient preparation for the program coursework. This can include a graduate or undergraduate degree in business, marketing or a related field, or a combination of work experience and education. Admissions requirements will vary depending on what type of student is applying.
- Unofficial transcripts/mark sheets from any institution where a bachelor's degree was awarded and any institution where graduate-level credits were completed. Upon admission, applicants will be required to provide official transcripts from these institutions. Visit the PSU Admissions website for detailed transcript requirements.
- Professional resume
- Short essay responses to program-specific questions (see below)
- $67 application fee
Essay Questions
- What's an example of a problem affecting society or the environment that you personally care deeply about and why? (100 word maximum)
- Please describe an idea you may have for a new venture or program that would help to address this problem. (100 word maximum)
- Please explain what prior exposure you have had, either academic or professional, to concepts of social entrepreneurship and public interest design, human-centered design, or design thinking. (100 word maximum)
Current PSU master's business students will benefit from a streamlined application. If you have questions while applying, please reach out to sbgradadmissions@pdx.edu.