Mendoza College of Business – University of Notre Dame
The Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business’s full-time MBA is located on Notre Dame’s campus in Indiana. Mendoza offers a full-time two-year MBA as well as a part-time Global Executive MBA program. The college provides a wide array of professional and career development resources as well as an extensive alumni network. With a large, well-connected faculty and class options that can be tailored to an individual student’s career path, the Mendoza MBA appeals to a wide range of professionals. MBA students are affectionately termed “Domers.”
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FAQ
What is the tuition for Mendoza’s MBA program?
The tuition for Mendoza’s Two Year MBA program is $71,126 for the 2024-2025 academic year.
What is the average GMAT score for admission to Mendoza’s MBA program?
The median GMAT score for the incoming class at Mendoza is 655.
Does the Mendoza MBA program accept the GRE?
Yes. The Mendoza MBA program has accepted the GRE for a few years now. The median GRE score for the latest class was 315.
What is the minimum number of years of work experience required for admission to Mendoza’s MBA program?
Mendoza does not state a minimum requirement for years of work experience. On average, students have 5 years of work experience as they enter the program.
What is the average age of a Mendoza student?
The average age of a Mendoza student is 28 years.
What is the average starting salary for graduates of the Mendoza MBA program?
The average starting salary and bonus for Mendoza MBA graduates in the Class of 2024 was $136,573. The salary will vary by industry, with consulting and finance jobs generally commanding the highest salaries.
How long is Mendoza's full-time MBA program?
Mendoza offers a traditional two year MBA program and a one year option for candidates with a business background.
What are the application deadlines for Mendoza's MBA program?
The Early Decision MBA application deadline is September 5, 2024. The Round 1 application deadline is October 15, 2024. The Round 2 application deadline is January 7, 2025. The Round 3 application deadline is March 17, 2025.
What percent of Mendoza's MBA students are women?
The percentage of the class at Mendoza that are women is 23%.
Admissions
The Class Profile
The Class of 2026 is comprised of 85 students. They had a mean GPA of 3.3 during their undergraduate years. The group landed a median GMAT score of 655. For those who took the GRE, their median score came in at 315. In addition, the class is made up of 23% women. The latest class represents 17 countries. Among domestic students, 20 percent of U.S. students are military veterans. The new Mendoza students arrived on campus with an average of 5 years of work experience.
Application Procedures
Notre Dame / Mendoza gives its applicants the choice of applying in one of five admissions rounds, including a non-binding early deadline. Students that apply during the Early Action Deadline are offered an admissions interview. Students applying in the following admissions rounds are offered to interview on an invitation-only basis. The application requirements include completing the school’s application forms and submitting an essay, a video assessment, a slide presentation, a statement of purpose, one letter of recommendation, a one-page resume, GMAT/GRE scores, TOEFL/PTE/IELTS/Duolingo scores, college and graduate transcripts, and a $175 application fee.
Application Checklist
- Official GMAT or GRE test scores (waiver request available)
- Academic transcripts from all prior institutions
- One recommendation
- One essay (500 words or less)
- Statement of Purpose (100 words or less)
- One slide presentation
- Video Assessment
- Official TOEFL, PTE, IELTS or Duolingo academic score report (for international students)
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Academics
Faculty
Over 160 instructors, including professors, associate professors, and adjunct instructors, make up the MBA faculty. Furthermore, prominent business leaders occasionally serve as visiting lecturers to give students an insider’s view of the business world.
Curriculum
Courses for the two-year MBA are offered during the academic year on a full-time basis. The degree requires 64 credits. Following a semester of core business courses, students begin taking elective courses and select an MBA major to tailor their studies to their specific career goals. Students may also choose to pursue one or more MBA Minor. Furthermore, each semester is comprised of two seven-week modules, which gives students the option to easily add electives. In addition, students have the option of taking Mods Away, immersive travel and learning experiences in locations such as Silicon Valley and Santiago, Chile.
MBA students may pursue majors in strategy, business analytics, finance, digital marketing and marketing analytics, or marketing. Each major allows students to tailor their studies for specific positions or industries.
Degree Offerings at Mendoza
In addition to the full-time MBA, Mendoza also offers a Global Executive MBA program. This part-time executive MBA is designed for working professionals and can be completed over the course of 22 months. Highlights of the Global Executive MBA include a program kick-off immersion in Ireland and a final Global Capstone Project. Mendoza also partners with other Notre Dame colleges to offer two MBA dual degree options: a four-year MBA/JD and a three-year MBA/Master of Global Affairs.
Majors at Mendoza
- Business Analytics
- Strategy
- Finance
- Marketing
- Digital Marketing & Marketing Analytics
MBA Degrees at Mendoza
Two-Year MBA
https://mendoza.nd.edu/graduate-programs/the-notre-dame-mba/
Global EMBA
http://mendoza.nd.edu/graduate-programs/executive-mba/
Dual Degree Options
https://mendoza.nd.edu/graduate-programs/more-dual-degrees/
Campus Life
Clubs, Conferences, & Competitions
Mendoza MBA students have a selection of over 20 clubs and committees that focus on business skills, cultural affinities, or shared interests. For instance, students may get involved in the MBA Finance and Investment Club, the Mendoza Women in Business Club, or the Net Impact Club. Furthermore, MBA Association committees, which focus on topics such as career development, leadership development, or student activities, are also offered.
Mendoza is regularly the home of business conferences. Recent offerings have included the Conference on Corporate Communication, which featured talks from various business communication professionals in a variety of industries, and the Accountability in a Sustainable World Conference, which discussed responsible business for sustainable environmental outcomes.
Business competitions encourage Mendoza MBAs to put their skills to the test. For instance, the McCloskey New Venture Competition invites students to compete for cash and prizes by pitching business venture ideas to investing groups. The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Grow the Good in Business Case Competition encourages students to find ways to incorporate equity and inclusion into the business workplace.
Campus Spaces
The Mendoza College of Business is comprised of four buildings and includes an auditorium, conference center, and entrepreneurial digital research facilities. The Notre Dame campus is steeped in Catholic tradition and hosts the iconic Basilica of the Sacred Heart and the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, which can be seen in the 1993 film “Rudy.”
MBA Careers
Career Services
Mendoza’s career coaches can help students work with recruiters, and all MBA students undergo the school’s Career Leadership Course to prepare for career opportunities. Students can learn how to conduct more effective job searches by working on interviewing and networking skills as well as their professional presence. In addition, students learn how to identify and obtain the career that best fits their skills. Additionally, the Notre Dame Alumni Network gives students access to over 150,000 active alumni across the globe. Lastly, students are welcome to use the Mendoza Career Services resources after graduation.
Top recruiters for Notre Dame MBA students include American Airlines, Bank of America, Citi, Deloitte, McKinsey & Co., The Walt Disney Company, PwC, Ford Motor Company, Amazon, AT&T, IBM, and Microsoft.
Career Statistics
Within three months of graduating, 74% of the Mendoza MBA Class of 2024 seeking employment had received full-time job offers and 72% accepted an offer. Their average salaries and signing bonuses landed at $136,573 and $31,620, respectively.
Financial services and consulting were the most popular industries for the Class of 2024, each hiring 29.8%. Tech followed at nearly 9%. Healthcare, manufacturing and consumer products each hired 7% of Mendoza MBAs.
59% of the Mendoza MBA Class of 2024 settled in the Midwest. The second most popular region was the West at 11.1%. The Southwest and Northeast each saw 9.2% of graduates while 5.6% each settled in the South or Mid-Atlantic.
Financing
Tuition
For 2024-2025 academic year, the tuition for the two-year MBA at Notre Dame Mendoza is $71,126. Candidates should also factor in additional expenses including other fees, room and board, books and supplies, healthcare and more. With these expenses included, the estimated total cost of attending the Mendoza full-time MBA program is $100,366.
Financial Aid
Notre Dame Mendoza offers an array of merit and need-based scholarships and fellowships to its students. Fellowships are competitive, and they are awarded on the basis of a candidate’s merit, leadership ability, background, or commitment to underserved populations. Full tuition awards include the Kenneth R. Meyer fellowships for exceptional academic performance. Additional awards include the Brogan Fellowships, the Forté Fellowships, and Yellow Ribbon Program Fellowships. Students may also use federal financial aid and loans to fund the cost of an education at Mendoza.
Estimated Cost of Attendance, Academic Year 2024-2025
- Tuition: $71,126
- Fees: $3,250
- Room & Board: $14,850
- Books & Supplies: $1,750
- Personal Expenses: $6,690
- Transportation: $2,700
- Total: $100,366
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Contact
Mailing Address:
Mendoza College of Business, Notre Dame, IN 46556
Phone: (574) 631-8488
Email: [email protected]
Web: http://mendoza.nd.edu/programs/mba-programs/
Twitter: @nd_mba