VCU Business

 

Application deadlines

Round 1: Nov. 1
Round 2: March 1 
Round 3: May 1
Round 4: July 1

After July 1, applications are accepted on a rolling basis if seats are still available in the cohort.

How to Apply

To apply, submit the VCU Graduate Application with all required supplemental materials, including: 

• A $75 non-refundable application fee
• Application for Virginia in-state tuition (if applicable)
• Transcripts for each college/university attended. 
• A statement of intent
• A current resume
• Three letters of recommendation
• International applicants shall submit one of the following to meet the English proficiency requirement:
  
  • TOEFL score of 100
  • IELTS score of 6.5
  • Duolingo score of 120
  • Pearson Test of English score of 65

Online Application Details

Entry Term: Fall 2026
Academic Level: Master's Degree
School: School of Business
Program: Business Administration (Executive MBA)

Statement of Intent

The statement of intent should be a concise document (1–2 pages) in which you articulate to the admissions committee: Why are you applying to the specific program you have selected, and how does it align with your goals?

Think of the statement of intent as a cover letter for your application. This is your opportunity to share your background, experiences and aspirations with the admissions committee.

Transcripts

Include transcripts from each institution you attended. Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded with your online application; however, official transcripts will be required if you are admitted. Official transcripts are defined as those sent directly from the institution or via a selected electronic service (i.e., Parchment) to VCU.

Recommendations

Three letters of recommendations are required. The online application will request an email address for each recommender. VCU will contact them on your behalf.

Test scores

We do not require a GMAT or GRE score.

Please note

Required items not submitted with the online application should be sent via email or traditional mail to:

• Domestic applicants
  Virginia Commonwealth University
  Office of Graduate Admissions
  Box 843051
  Richmond, VA 23284-3051
  gradmail@vcu.edu
  
  
• International applicants
  Virginia Commonwealth University
  International Admissions
  408 West Franklin Street
  Richmond, VA 23284-3012
  vcuia@vcu.edu

Contact Information

Executive MBA
Email: emba@vcu.edu
Phone: (804) 828-3622

Butch Sarma Director Executive MBA Program mksarma@vcu.edu

Lillian Butler Program Manager Executive MBA Program butlerlm2@vcu.edu

We offer a competitive tuition of $69,000, billed in four separate semester payments.

For billing and payment questions, visit VCU Student Accounting.

Our comprehensive tuition covers:

• • Course materials and software
  • Parking
  • Simulations, assessments, and field exercises
  • International trip (including airfare and hotels)
  • Socials and networking events
  • Meals during on-campus sessions

EMBA Billing Schedule - Class of 2027

Financial Aid:

Federal loans are available to Executive MBA students. Visit VCU Financial Aid for information.