Owen Graduate School of Management – Vanderbilt University
The Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Business offers a full-time MBA option that can be completed in two years. The college provides students with a rich variety of real-world projects as well as a flexible curriculum. With a close-knit faculty and many career-focused options for study, the Vanderbilt MBA appeals to students who value a targeted business education across a wide variety of disciplines.
FAQ
What is the tuition for Vanderbilt’s MBA program?
The tuition for Vanderbilt’s MBA program is $60,750 per year. The total cost of the Vanderbilt MBA program is $93,359 per year; this includes budgeted living expenses.
What is the median GMAT score for admission to Vanderbilt’s MBA program?
The median GMAT score for the incoming class at Vanderbilt is 680.
Does the Vanderbilt MBA program accept the GRE?
Yes. The Vanderbilt MBA program has accepted the GRE for a few years now.
What is the average GRE score for admission to Vanderbilt’s MBA program?
Vanderbilt does not publish an average GRE score for its incoming class, but does accept the GRE for admissions.
What is the minimum number of years of work experience required for admission to Vanderbilt's MBA program?
Vanderbilt does not state a minimum requirement for years of work experience.
What is the average age of a Vanderbilt student?
The average age of a Vanderbilt MBA student is 28 years.
What is the average starting salary for graduates of the Vanderbilt MBA program?
The average starting salary for Vanderbilt MBA graduates is $126,137. The salary will vary by industry, with consulting and finance jobs generally commanding the higher salaries.
How long is Vanderbilt's full-time MBA program?
Vanderbilt / Owen offers a traditional 2 year MBA program.
What are the application deadlines for Vanderbilt's full-time MBA program?
The Round 1 MBA application deadline is October 12, 2020. The Round 2 application deadline is January 11, 2021. The Round 3 deadline is March 29, 2021. After May 15, admissions are rolling.
What percent of Vanderbilt MBA students are women?
The percentage of the class at Vanderbilt that are women is 32%.
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Admissions
The Class Profile
The Class of 2022 is comprised of 182 students. They have an average age of 28, with a range of 20 to 40. The class has a median undergraduate GPA of 3.42, a median GMAT of 680, and a mean TOEFL score of 106. Women comprise 32% of the class and international students made up 13% of the class.
Application Procedures
Vanderbilt Owen gives its MBA applicants the choice of applying in one of three admissions rounds, which usually take place from mid-October through early April. After the third round, admissions are rolling. The application requirements for Vanderbilt Owen include completing the school’s application forms and submitting a written essay, a video essay, a résumé, two letters of recommendation, $200 application fee, and unofficial college and graduate transcripts. Applicants must also report their GMAT and, when applicable, TOEFL/IELTS scores. Interviews are required for admission, and Owen encourages applicants to schedule an interview along with a campus visit, no matter where they are in the application process. Webcam interviews will be offered by invitation only after submission of an application.
Application Checklist
- Online Application
- Application Fee
- Official GMAT or GRE test scores
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Resume
- Written Essay
- Video Essay
- Two letters of recommendation
- Official TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE scores (international applicants)
Interview Reports
Vanderbilt Owen Interview Questions & Report: Round 1 / Second-Year Student / Virtual
My interviewer was a second year student who was a fellow veteran. The tone was very conversational and the interviewer noted that all he knew about me was from the resume I included in my application. Questions included: Introduction (elevator speech) What is your post-MBA/short-term career goal? Why pursue an MBA now? If you were […]
Vanderbilt / Owen MBA Interview Questions & Report: Round 1 / Adcom / On-Campus
The following Vanderbilt / Owen MBA interview questions and report were submitted to Clear Admit by a Round 1 applicant. Good luck to them! I interviewed with the Associate Admissions Director. He had his laptop in front of him to reference my resume and take notes while we were talking. He started by telling me about himself then dove right into […]
Vanderbilt / Owen MBA Interview Questions & Report: Round 2 / Adcom / On-Campus
The following Vanderbilt / Owen MBA interview questions and report were submitted to Clear Admit by a Round 1 applicant. Good luck to them! A nice, 35min conversation with a friendly member of the adcom. -Tell me about yourself -Why MBA? -S/T & L/T goals -Why Owen? -How will you contribute? -Pretend I’m an employer: Give me your 60 […]
Vanderbilt / Owen MBA Interview Questions Report: Round 1 / Adcom / Skype
The following Vanderbilt / Owen MBA interview questions and report were submitted to Clear Admit by a Round 1 applicant. Good luck to them! I had a Skype interview with an Admissions Director. She called me promptly at the designated time, not a minute later. These are the questions I remember being asked: What are your post-MBA plans after […]
Vanderbilt / Owen MBA Interview Report: Round 2 / Adcom / On-Campus
The following Vanderbilt / Owen MBA interview report was submitted to Clear Admit by a Round 2 applicant who was admitted. Congratulations to them! I interviewed with the director of admissions at Vanderbilt and it was a fantastic experience. Questions asked were some of the usual: Walk through résumé. Why MBA? Goals? Why Owen? How will you contribute […]
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Academics
Faculty
Twenty-one professors comprise the Owen MBA faculty for core courses. Seventy-five other faculty members are spread across the program’s seven academic areas: accounting, finance, healthcare, marketing, operations management & quantitative methods, organization studies, and strategy and economics. They come from a variety of backgrounds and can offer students real-world insight into the workings of major corporations.
Curriculum
The Vanderbilt MBA can be completed in two years, and it requires 62 credit hours of study. To facilitate rapid understanding of concepts, the degree operates on a modular system in which two seven-week “mods” make up one semester of study. This gives students the opportunity to cover a significant amount of material quickly.
In their first year, MBA candidates complete 11 core courses in financial accounting, managerial accounting, world economy, economics, finance, leadership, management communication, strategic management, marketing, operations, and statistics. Students then complete 12 hours of study in at least one concentration. MBA students may pursue concentrations in accounting, finance, general management, health care, human and organizational performance, marketing, operations and analytics, and strategy. In addition, students may obtain a career-focused specialization by completing 20 hours of study in brand management, corporate finance, human and organizational performance, or investment management. Students who are interested in gaining further knowledge in their concentration or specialization can complete one of three emphases: entrepreneurship, international studies, or real estate. Lastly, MBA students may take courses for credit from other Vanderbilt graduate schools such as the Law School, Peabody School of Education, or Medical School.
Other MBA Options
In addition to the full-time MBA, Owen offers an Executive MBA. The Executive MBA takes place across 21 months, with classes every other weekend. It is designed for professionals targeting senior-level roles or existing senior managers. Students typically have 11 years of work experience and the core curriculum focuses on strategy, leadership, and finance. In their second year, students have the option to choose between two tracks: Executive Edge and Global Immersion. The Executive Edge Track focuses on strategic skills and improving financial acumen. The Global Immersion Track gives Owen students substantial international business experience by placing them in an international cohort in which they complete immersive residencies in Brazil, Canada and Mexico.
Concentrations at Owen
Accounting
Finance
General Management
Healthcare
Human and Organizational Performance
Marketing
Operations & Analytics
Strategy
Degree Offerings at Owen
Full-Time MBA
https://business.vanderbilt.edu/mba/
Executive MBA
https://business.vanderbilt.edu/emba/
Campus Life
Clubs, Conferences, & Competitions
Vanderbilt MBA students may work on their networking and leadership skills by joining some of the school’s 36 clubs. Professional, affinity, outreach, athletic, and special interest clubs are all available. For instance, students may get involved with the Owen Finance Club for educational purposes as well as the Cork & Barrel Club for socializing with their fellow classmates. In addition, fun activities such as Trivia Night and the Owen Olympics are also offered throughout the year.
Furthermore, the school’s conferences and research seminars offer students additional networking, educational, and career advancement opportunities. For instance, the Vanderbilt Healthcare Business Association hosts a speaker series featuring distinguished speakers. In addition, frequent seminars cover topics ranging from accounting & taxation to strategy & business economics.
Lastly, Vanderbilt MBAs are encouraged to take part in national case competitions. In recent years, teams from Owen have taken home first-place wins at the Fourth Annual PepsiCo Invitational MBA Marketing and Finance Case Competition, 2016 TechVenture Challenge, and 2016 National Business Case Competition. In addition, Owen students manage the National MBA Human Capital Case Competition, which encourages students from across the country to present solutions for real-world human capital issues.
Campus Spaces
Located a mile and a half from downtown Nashville, the Owen Graduate School of Management is housed in its own building on Vanderbilt’s campus. The Walker Management Library is also a part of Owen, and it gives students access to helpful databases and technology.
MBA Careers
Career Services
Owen’s Career Management Center can help guide students toward internships and full-time employment. Career advising, mock interviews, and career development tools are all available for student use. In addition, Owen hosts on-campus recruiting events and information sessions for any interested organizations. Recruiting events take place throughout the year, and organizations may also post job openings directly to students.
Top hiring companies for Owen students include Amazon, Deloitte, EY, Accenture, Genentech, and KPMG Consulting.
Career Statistics
Ninety-six percent of the Class of 2020 received a full-time employment offer within three months of graduation. The average starting salary was $126,137. Financial services led the pack of industry choices, as 27% of graduates joined the field. Technology followed at 21% and consulting took in 20% of graduates. Sixteen percent of Owen students entered the healthcare field in 2020. Consumer products saw 6% of graduates and real estate 4%.
Forty percent of the Class of 2020 stayed in the South, with 29% settling in the Greater Nashville area. The next most popular destination was the Western U.S., claiming 16% of graduates. Fifteen percent headed to the Northeast, while the Southwest claimed 13%. Ten percent headed to the Midwest and 5% took jobs in the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S.
Financing
For the 2020–21 school year, tuition is $60,750 and the estimated total cost (including room & board and personal expenses) is $93,359.
Scholarships are readily available for MBA candidates. All applicants are considered for scholarships automatically at the time of application, and these awards range from $5,000 to the full cost of tuition. Awards are based on academics, professional achievements, application strength, and the admissions interview. In addition to these scholarships, students may also receive aid from the Forte Fellowships for Women, Diversity Scholarships, the Toigo Fellowship, the National Black MBA Association Scholarship Program, the Point Foundation, and the Reaching Out MBA Fellowship. Fifty named scholarships are also available for applicants.
Furthermore, loans and other financial resources are also available for students. Federal financial aid may be awarded to students who are U.S. citizens. Interested students may also work up to 20 hours per week, and graduate student work assignments, as well as other on-campus opportunities, may be available. Lastly, students are encouraged to consider external funding opportunities aside from student loans.
Estimated Cost of Attendance
- Tuition: $60,750
- Maintenance Fee: $1,250
- Student Services Fee: $542
- Meals: $5,976
- Room & Board: $12,160
- Books & Supplies: $500
- Personal Expenses: $5,670
- Transportation: $1,484
- Loan Fees: $1,372
- Health Insurance: $3,650
- Total: $93,359
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