Chicago MBA Programs without GMAT and GRE Requirements

If you are applying for an MBA program, it’s likely that you are already a working professional with a busy schedule. Simply finding time to write personal essays, prepare your resume and pursue recommendation letters while working full-time can feel like an impossible challenge.

In addition, many MBA programs require students to submit scores for the GMAT or GRE exams, a test which can require more than 102 hours of preparation to score in the highest percentile.

If you don’t have 102 hours to spare, don’t panic.

Several MBA programs throughout the United States offer alternatives to submitting GMAT/GRE scores, such as replacing the requirement with work experience or only requiring scores in particular circumstances. Programs without GMAT or GRE requirements give potential students the opportunity to earn a top-notch MBA education without sacrificing the time and money that the exams require.

Below are a list of MBA programs in Chicago which do not require GMAT or GRE test scores, or allow the requirement to be waived:

Chicago MBA Programs without GMAT and GRE Requirements

Kellstadt Graduate School of Business – DePaul University

Submitting GMAT/GRE scores is required for all MBA programs at Kellstadt, including the Full-Time MBA, Part-Time MBA and Weekend MBA. However, the school allows the possibility of waiving the GMAT/GRE requirement if certain criteria are met. Students who have five years of progressive work experience or a completed JD, MD or PhD from an U.S. institution may obtain a GMAT/GRE waiver.

Additional requirements for the Kellstadt programs include a personal statement, two letters of recommendation, current resume, transcripts from all prior attended colleges, and for the Full-Time Cohort MBA Program, an in-person interview.

The Full-Time MBA program at Kellstadt allows students to complete their MBA degree in just 18 months, while the Part-time and Weekend MBA offers students a flexible schedule of courses throughout the week and on weekends, allowing students to earn their degree while still holding employment.

Lake Forest Graduate School of Management

The Leadership MBA program at the Lake Forest Graduate School of Management is particularly designed for mid-level professionals to advance in their organizations and careers. The GMAT/GRE is not a requirement to apply for this program, though students may choose to use GMAT scores to enhance their application.

Students that have four or more years of work experience, a U.S. bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and are currently employed full-time are eligible to apply for the Leadership MBA program. All applicants are required to interview with an Admissions Advisor, submit a resume, academic transcripts, two letters of recommendation and a completed application with personal statement.

Quinlan School of Business — Loyola University

The Executive MBA Program at Loyola University is designed to help students stay competitive in a constantly evolving business world. The 20-month program offers a flexible schedule of courses to fit into a student’s already busy schedule. An integral aspect of the program is an international trip, which allows students to experience business from a global perspective.

Applicants to the Quinlan School of Business’ Executive MBA program do not need to submit GMAT or GRE scores in order to be eligible for admittance. Requirements for application to the program are listed below:

• Current Resume/CV
• Statement of Purpose
• Two letters of Recommendation
• Completed Application form
• Official Transcripts

Mendoza College of Business – Notre Dame University

Applicants to the Executive MBA Program at Mendoza College are not required to take the GMAT or GRE, though exam scores can be used as a substitute for an undergraduate degree. Students also must be willing to take the GMAT if requested by the Admissions Committee.

To apply for Mendoza’s Executive MBA Program, students must submit a completed EMBA application, academic transcripts, at least two letters of recommendation, personal essays, and, if selected, a personal interview.

The Executive MBA program can either be an 18-month or 22-month program beginning with an intensive exploration of each individual’s leadership style. The program is tailored for students with a minimum of five (average 10+) years of management experience.

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For more information on the GMAT and GRE in Chicago and other Metros see MetroMBA’s No GMAT and GRE Guide and Chicago MBA Programs that Don’t Require the GMAT or GRE.

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