Admissions

Take your career to the next level of professional achievement. Follow a few simple steps to apply.

Overview

Explore ETSU Admission Requirements

Joining East Tennessee State University’s community of changemakers begins with your online application. Our streamlined admission process makes it easy to get started — just submit your application along with your official transcripts and any other documents your chosen program may require.

Our team of experts is here to help you at every step of your academic career, starting with your application. Speak with an enrollment counselor for any questions you may have during this process.

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Multiple Start Dates

NO GMAT required

How to Apply

Step 1

Apply

Complete the online application.

Step 2

Submit Materials

Submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions.

Step 3

Confirm Degree

For graduate programs, you must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA. No GMAT score is required.

Step 4

Submit Documents

Submit all other documents required for your chosen program, if applicable. Find out what’s required for your degree by contacting an enrollment counselor at (833) 690-1228.

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Key Admissions Dates

ETSU understands that convenience and schedule flexibility are priorities for our online students, which is why we offer six start dates each year. Whether you want to start as soon as possible or have a specific time of year in mind, our online MBA programs are designed to fit your schedule. Explore our key admissions dates to learn about application deadlines, course terms, and start dates.

Term	Start Date	App Deadline	Document Deadline	Registration Deadline	Tuition Deadline	Class End Date	Term Length
Fall A	8/24/26	8/1/26	8/8/26	8/21/26	8/22/26	10/9/26	7 weeks
Fall B	10/19/26	10/1/26	10/8/26	10/16/26	10/17/26	12/3/26	7 weeks
Spring A	1/19/27	12/1/26	12/8/26	1/16/27	1/17/27	3/5/27	7 weeks
Spring B	3/8/27	2/1/27	2/8/27	3/5/27	3/6/27	4/29/27	7 weeks
Summer A	5/17/27	4/1/27	4/8/27	5/14/27	5/15/27	7/2/27	7 weeks
Summer B	7/6/27	6/1/27	6/8/27	7/3/27	7/4/27	8/20/27	7 weeks

Find the MBA That Fits Your Goals

ETSU's AACSB-accredited online MBA programs are designed to advance your career on your schedule. Explore your options and find the right fit.

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At ETSU, we believe a quality education shouldn't come at an impossible price. Explore tuition rates, financial aid options, scholarships, and military benefits designed to help you earn your degree without the financial stress.

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