Find answers to the most commonly asked questions. 

We encourage applicants to utilize this detailed resource containing; specific directions for submitting your MBA application and standardized test scores and common questions about Simon’s MBA deadlines, scholarship information, and resources you can utilize as a prospective MBA student.
 

If you still have questions after reviewing our FAQs, please contact our Admissions Office at admissions@simon.rochester.edu or (585) 275-3533.

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Full-Time MBA Application Support

I forgot my username and/or password. Who should I contact for assistance?

If you forgot your password, please follow the instructions located on the Application Login Page to reset.

If you forgot the email associated with your application and/or are still having trouble logging in, please contact Simon Admissions at admissions@simon.rochester.edu.

I don’t believe I am receiving emails regarding the status of my application. What should I do?

Emailed updates will be sent to the email account associated with your application and will originate from admissions@simon.rochester.edu. Check your email settings to allow emails from our Simon address.

I need to revise my essay, résumé, or supplemental materials but I have already submitted my MBA application. What should I do?

Unfortunately, updates are not allowed after a Full-Time MBA application is completed and sent to the Simon Admissions Committee for review.

Can I check the status of my Simon MBA application?

Can I check the status of my Simon MBA application?

Yes. Once your application is processed, you will be able to see whether or not we have received your materials and if they are under review on your status page. To access your status page, please log in to your application and you will be redirected to your Applicant Status Page. Please wait at least 15 business days after submitting your application to allow for sufficient processing time. If you have questions or suspect an error in the processing of your materials, email us at admissions@simon.rochester.edu.

Keep in mind that the timing for you to hear a decision from us varies depending on which Simon MBA deadline you choose—those who apply for an early deadline with a completed application are guaranteed to receive their decision sooner.

Standardized Test Scores for MBA Applicants

Codes for official score reporting to Simon Business School:

If on the day of your exam you are given the option to provide your results to Simon Business School free of charge, you may use the below codes to do so. We will only access your results if you are a confirmed student for the purpose of marking your scores “received official” in your application.

GMAT Codes

Full-Time Two-Year MBA Program: WX9-8R-10 Full-Time MS in Accountancy: WX9-8R-12 Full-Time MS in Business Analytics: WX9-8R-77 Full-Time MS in Finance: WX9-8R-36 Full-Time MS in Marketing Analytics: WX9-8R-61

 

Duolingo English Test

There is no code to submit your Duolingo English Test scores. Please enter your scores on the Test Score screen, and send us your certified test results.

IELTS Code

During the exam, choose from the pull-down menu: University of Rochester - Simon Business School After you have taken the exam, contact the test center and file a request. All Programs: 7260

TOEFL Code

Executive Assessment Codes

During the exam, select: University of Rochester - Simon Business School

If you haven’t selected which MS program you’d like to pursue, send your score to any of the MS program codes above, and we’ll receive it.

GRE Code

All Programs: 2972

 

Do I have to take the GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment?

Simon Business School offers the option to apply without a GMAT/GRE/EA score! We share the same goal: for you to submit a standout application—but we know figuring out how best to proceed based on your individual candidacy can raise some questions. Check out our test waiver page for more information and answers to popular questions to aid in your decision making.

What online standardized tests do you accept?

For our MBA application, Simon Business School accepts the following exams:

• GMAT Online
• GRE General Test at Home
• IELTS Indicator
• TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition
• TOEFL IPT Plus for China
• Duolingo English Test
• TOEFL Essentials

 

If you are able to take advantage of any of these options, we suggest you register for and complete your exam as soon as possible.

Do you have standardized test score minimums?

Each candidate receives a holistic evaluation of all aspects of the application. Simon Business School values diversity in our student body, and the Admissions Committee actively seeks candidates who can make unique contributions during and after their study. While we do not have any test score minimums, admission is competitive for the Full-Time MBA program. We encourage you to review the selection criteria and class profile for the program you’re interested in to learn more about our currently enrolled students.

What are the requirements for submitting my test scores?

All scores are submitted electronically through the online MBA application.

• GMAT scores, use the "Official Test Taker Copy" (instructions, view an example)
• GRE scores, use the "Test Taker Score Report" (instructions, view an example)
• Executive Assessment scores, use the "Official Test Taker Copy"
• TOEFL scores, use the "Examinee Score Report"
• IELTS scores, use the "Test Report Form"
• Duolingo English Test scores, enter your scores on the Test Score screen, and send us your certified test results; please note: you will not need to upload a Score Report; however, you will be asked to confirm you have sent your scores to Simon Business School within the application

Official exam results only need to be provided to us if you are offered admission or if your scores will expire prior to the start of your full-time MBA study (if any of your exam results will expire before then, you should provide your official scores to us at the time you submit your MBA application and notify our office, or you will need to retake the exam).

Do I have to take the TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test?

An English proficiency exam is required for all international applicants whose native language is not English. Simon Business School accepts the TOEFL, IELTS, and Duolingo English Test. This requirement is waived for applicants who meet the following conditions prior to matriculation at Simon:

Attended 3 or more academic years (at least 6 semesters/9 quarters/9 trimesters, not including summers) of post-secondary education taught solely in English and received a bachelor’s or master’s degree from a college or university where English was the language of instruction.

If you qualify for the waiver, please indicate that in your application. You will be required to upload supporting documentation stating “I meet the English Language Proficiency waiver requirements.”

Do you accept Duolingo English Test scores?

Do you accept Duolingo English Test scores?

Yes! Simon Business School accepts the Duolingo English Test in addition to the TOEFL and IELTS exams. The Duolingo English Test is taken via a computer with a camera and includes a proficiency score, video interview, and writing sample, which are shared with Simon Business School when you send your results. Certified results are available within 48 hours of your test session and can be sent to schools for free. Find more information on sharing your Duolingo English Test scores.

Applicants who choose to submit a Duolingo English Test score will be required to share their score with Simon at the time of MBA application submission.

Do you accept TOEFL MyBest scores?

The Simon Admissions Committee only accepts TOEFL iBT scores from a single test date; however, if you would like to provide us with your MyBest score in addition to your TOEFL iBT score, we will consider it as part of our review process.

May I submit a screenshot of my TOEFL/IELTS score report?

TOEFL: Screenshots of TOEFL scores will be accepted as appropriate supporting documentation. Upload a full screenshot (including name and address in English) or scanned copy of your online TOEFL score report into the application.

IELTS: Screenshots are not accepted. Upload the scanned copy of your score report with the Test Report Form Number visible.

If my TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo English Test is expiring, do I need to take it again?

TOEFL, IELTS, and Duolingo English Test scores expire two years from the test date. Your Full-Time MBA application must be submitted prior to the test score expiration date. If your score will expire before the start date of the program to which you are applying, you should provide your official scores to us at the time you submit your MBA application and notify our office, or you will need to retake the exam. ETS, IELTS, and Duolingo will not send an official score report after expiration.

Can I submit my application without uploading my test score report?

Standardized test sections of your MBA application must have one of the following to be considered complete:

• A required test score report attached (for Duolingo English Test, enter scores on the Test Score screen*), or
• Uploaded verification of waiver eligibility

• Full-Time MBA applications missing this information will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed. Ensure that all proper support documentation has been successfully uploaded to your application before submitting.

  The Simon Admissions Committee will only consider documents that are included in your online application. We do not accept official paper test score reports at the time of applying and will not be checking for receipt of your official scores until after an offer of admission has been made.

  *Please note: if you took the Duolingo English Test, be sure to send Simon Business School your certified score before submitting your application.

How long is my GRE score valid?

• For individuals testing on or after July 1, 2016, GRE test scores are valid for five years after your test administration date. For example, scores for a test taken on July 3, 2016, are reportable through July 2, 2021.
• For individuals who tested between August 1, 2011, and June 30, 2016, GRE test scores are valid for five years after the testing year in which you tested (as indicated in the GRE® Information and Registration Bulletin from that testing year). For example, scores for a test taken on May 15, 2016, are reportable through June 30, 2021.

Military and Service Educational Benefits

What educational benefit is best for me?

Detailed information about educational benefit options is available through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The University of Rochester also offers one of the strongest financial aid programs in the country, including UR Yellow Ribbon, which covers 100% of your remaining tuition costs after the post-9/11 GI Bill. You can find more on the University of Rochester Veteran & Military Family Services page or Simon’s military admissions page.

I am a veteran. How do I apply for my veteran’s educational benefits?

First, apply for educational benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) by completing your Certificate of Eligibility.

Then, notify your Simon Business School Admissions contact and the University of Rochester’s Financial Aid Office that you are eligible and applying for veteran’s educational benefits.

I am the dependent of a veteran. How do I apply for my veteran’s educational benefits?

First, your parent transfers a portion—or all—of the benefit to you through Transfer of Entitlement. After the transfer is approved, you apply for the educational benefit.

You then notify the University of Rochester’s Financial Aid Office that you are eligible and applying for veteran’s educational benefits.

What documentation does the Financial Aid Office need from me to process my veteran’s educational benefits?

Veteran: Photocopy of your VA Certificate of Eligibility

Dependent of veteran:

• Photocopy of approved Transfer of Educational Benefit
• (TEB) Photocopy of your VA Certificate of Eligibility

Whom do I call about the status of my educational benefits claim?

Call +1 (888) 442-4551 to speak with an educational case manager at the VA.

What is the Yellow Ribbon Program?

For an overview of this program administered by the US Department of Veteran Affairs, please visit the Yellow Ribbon Program page.

How do I qualify for the Yellow Ribbon Program or UR Yellow Ribbon?

You or your parent must qualify for 100% of the Post-9/11 GI Bill to qualify for the Yellow Ribbon Program and UR Yellow Ribbon, which will cover all of your remaining tuition costs.

What UR campuses participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program?

The River Campus (where Simon Business School is located) and the Eastman Campus are participants.

What campus resources are available to veterans?

At Simon Business School, resources that may be particularly helpful to active-duty military and veteran students are: 

• Our STEM-designated MBA option which enhances our already rigorous quantitative program
• The Benet Career Management Center offering our career-focused Simon Approach  
• Our Ain Center for Entrepreneurship - for those interested in starting their own enterprise

 

Across the University of Rochester, campus resources that are available to veterans include: University Counseling Center, Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Disability Services, and Office for Residential Life and Housing Services.