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Ranked #1 in Silicon Valley and top 30 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Leavey Evening MBA Program at Santa Clara University offers working professionals like you the skillset, tools, and connections to take your career to the next level, change careers, or start a business of your own.
Harnessing the expertise and innovation of Silicon Valley the Evening MBA Program delivers an exceptional education based on real-world application, giving you unapparelled access to a rich network of professors, peers and fellow professionals. Offered in a convenient twice-a-week, evening format, the 2-year program enables you to elevate your career without disrupting your flow.
With a beautiful 105-acre campus, Santa Clara University is located at the center of the most innovative region in the world, with over 7,000 companies and startups in Silicon Valley.
Leavey faculty are teaching scholars–often published in top-ranked journals and recognized as thought-leaders globally. Learn more about our faculty.
Our curriculum blends team-based collaboration with cutting-edge business practices, preparing students with skills to power dynamic 21st-century careers.
Combining our core values rooted in the Jesuit tradition with the dynamic ethos of Silicon Valley, we educate ethical business leaders who will work to make our businesses, our community, and our world a better place.
Tap into incredibly strong Leavey and Santa Clara University connections–25,000 and 100,000 alumni respectively. Explore Leavey's alumni network.
Classes are offered in the evenings and weekends to fit your life and goals. Plus, a variety of electives and concentrations allow you to customize any Leavey degree to your interests and timeline.
STEM MBA for International Students
The STEM MBA at the Leavey School of Business curriculum has been certified as a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) qualifying program by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. International students in the STEM MBA program who are on an F-1 visa will be able to work in the U.S. for up to three years following graduation under the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program.
Curriculum
Our Evening MBA program curriculum consists of core courses and electives in various disciplines such as accounting, finance, marketing, management, economics and operations. The classes are not only taught by full-time professors, but also by practitioners who blend theory with practice.
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*Total academic units subject to change based on annual curriculum review and updates.
Tailor Your MBA
In consultation with Silicon Valley employers, Santa Clara University business faculty has developed several concentrations to enhance your understanding of current topics, preparing you for careers in demand throughout our dynamic economy. These concentrations build on foundational business knowledge by offering advanced coursework and integrating current business topics.
Admissions
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Admissions Criteria
Our admissions team looks for:
- Bachelor's Degree – All majors accepted
- Professional Work Experience – 3+ years preferred
- Potential for Advancement
- International Applicants
- Academic Records and Transcripts – Must be evaluated by a NACES member organization as equivalent to a US bachelor’s degree
- English Proficiency Test – TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or GMAT/GRE score above 50th percentile on the verbal portion
Attend an Admissions Event
Join us at one of many admissions events, including information sessions, networking events, webinars, and class visits. Find an upcoming event that fits in your schedule.
Meet with an Advisor
We know you have questions! Our admissions team is available for one-on-one phone or virtual appointments.
Prepare Your Application Materials
For your application, you'll need:
- Application fee*
- Resume/CV
- Personal statement
- GMAT/GRE scores or test waiver
- Official transcripts*
- 2 letters of recommendation*
- Interview (as requested)
* Waived for Santa Clara University Alumni Pathway applicants
Cost & Financing
The estimated cost for the Evening MBA program is $1,328 per unit for the 2024-2025 academic year, with a minimum of 70 units required for graduation. Program fees are subject to adjustment annually, and the number of required units may change. Visit the University Financial Aid Office website for more information about the cost of attendance.
Merit scholarships are automatically considered at the time of application. The majority of merit awards are given to students with a GRE or GMAT score officially submitted, and to students who apply by priority deadlines. Explore all available graduate business scholarships.
The University Financial Aid Office can help in locating and applying for federal or private loans. You may visit the staff in Patricia A. and Stephen C. Schott Admission and Enrollment Services Building; call (408) 551-1000, or email onestop@scu.edu.
Some students receive financial assistance from their employers that can help offset the cost of attendance. Check out this article from Indeed for tips on gaining employer support for your journey to an MBA.
An Evening MBA offers the same progressive course content, one-on-one faculty support and exceptional professional benefits as a traditional full-time program, but with classes offered in the evenings and weekends to fit your work schedule. Classes generally meet twice per week, beginning around 5:30 p.m. and ending around 9:30 p.m., for 10 weeks.
Technically speaking, an Evening MBA is a part-time MBA; it’s a graduate degree that is completed in increments and with more flexibility than a full-time MBA. This enables students to continue working and earning income while earning their degree. The Evening MBA program is considered full-time for international students studying on an F-1 visa. Regardless of the format and learning pace of an MBA degree earned at Santa Clara University, diplomas will state ‘Master of Business Administration’.
Read more about the value of a part-time MBA.
The Evening MBA prefers (or recommends) that applicants have at least three years of work experience; however, applications are evaluated holistically. Applicants with less than three years of work experience would be advised to present strong academics and test scores.
Candidates with less than three years of experience are encouraged to demonstrate strong academic performance and competitive test scores.
All interested students with a Bachelor's Degree are eligible to apply.
There are no prerequisites for the MBA, JD/MBA or STEM MBA.
Yes, our MBA program is STEM-designated, and graduating students may qualify for the STEM OPT extension, depending on their individual circumstances, such as prior use of OPT before enrolling in the program. STEM MBA and Evening MBA students follow the same core curriculum within the same cohorts, with STEM MBA students completing an additional 12 units of Data Science and Business Analytics (DSBA) electives.
Yes, both the Evening MBA and STEM MBA programs accommodate students requiring an F-1 visa to study in the United States. To maintain full-time status under the F-1 visa requirements, students must be enrolled in a minimum of 8 units per term.
Applicants with a bachelor’s degree from outside of the United States are required to have their official transcripts evaluated, regardless if the transcript is printed in English. (Applicants with a US master’s degree are waived this requirement.) We require a course-by-course, cumulative GPA, and U.S. degree equivalency evaluation.
We require a course-by-course evaluation that includes a cumulative GPA and U.S. degree equivalency assessment.
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Maybe. All international bachelor’s degrees MUST be evaluated (see above) and determined to be equivalent to a US bachelor's degree. Click here to read about the policy for admitting students with a three-year degree.
To qualify for internships, international students on an F-1 MUST complete three consecutive quarters as a full-time student.
Applications are normally open 9 months in advance of the application deadline.
While the GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test) has been the standard exam used for business schools, the GRE (Graduate Record Exam) is also accepted. We do not prefer one exam over the other.
We do not have minimum GMAT or GRE score requirements, as our application evaluation is based on a holistic review process. For reference, the average GMAT score for our MBA programs is 630, and the average GRE score is 306. Scores from either test are valid for five years. Applicants are encouraged to take either exam more than once if desired, as only the highest score will be considered.
Applicants whose first language is not English must achieve a minimum score of 100 on the TOEFL (internet-based test), or 7 on the IELTS, or 125 on Duolingo. Scores are valid for two years. This requirement also may be met by scoring at or above the 50th percentile on the verbal portion of the GMAT or GRE, or if the applicant has a degree from an accredited U.S. university.
GMAT School Code: BV3-WB-51
GRE School Code: 4851
TOEFL School Code: 4851; or BusinessCAS B888
Duolingo English Test - Send to Leavey School of Business
Yes, you may submit, however it is preferable that self-reported GMAT, GRE, TOEFL, Duolingo scores are submitted with the application. We recommend that applicants take the test at least 4 weeks before the posted deadline. Delays in taking and/or reporting the test scores will postpone the completion of your application, and ultimately a decision. All scores are verified.
Yes. Candidates who demonstrate a strong and verifiable (usually with transcripts) quantitative/technical skill set will be considered for test waivers. Students who receive waivers may be limited on their eligibility for merit based scholarships.
Yes. All students who submit a completed application by the designated deadline are reviewed for scholarships. No additional paperwork is required for most scholarships. Students who submit after the deadline may be considered if scholarship funds are still available. Learn more about MBA scholarships.
The university provides access to both federal and private loan options. Domestic students (U.S. citizens and permanent residents) are eligible for both federal and private loans. International students, however, are eligible solely for private loans, which may require a creditworthy U.S. cosigner depending on the lender's requirements.
On-Campus Programs
Evening MBA, STEM MBA, and JD/MBA:
Spring Deadline (approximate start date March/April)
- January 20th final deadline
Fall Deadline (approximate start date September)
- April 1st for scholarship priority
- June 1st final deadline
Yes, we accept applications after the posted deadline on a space available basis from domestic applicants only. We will not accept late applications from students who require an F-1 visa to study in the US.
During the application process, you may submit unofficial copies of your transcripts or a foreign transcript evaluation. If admitted and planning to enroll, you will be required to provide official transcripts from each college or university attended, or an official foreign transcript evaluation, sent directly to our office by the issuing institution.
Qualified applicants will be invited to interview either in person or via Zoom. Interviews can be scheduled before all letters of recommendation are submitted.
After an application is submitted, applicants will receive an email with login credentials to access their Application Status page. This page will show the application checklist, any missing materials, and provide the option to upload any additional documents.
Once the application is complete, qualified applicants will receive an invitation to schedule an on-campus or video admission interview. Following the interview, most applicants will receive an admission decision within two weeks after the final admissions interview.
If admitted, students must place a $750 non refundable deposit to hold a seat in the MBA program. This amount will be credited to the first quarter’s tuition.
We offer a total of four online programs, including three MS programs - MS in Business Analytics, MS in Finance and Analytics, and MS in Marketing - as well as our Online MBA. To learn more about our online offerings, visit here.
Yes, but candidates must provide a compelling rationale for pursuing a second MBA. This statement should detail how a second MBA from Santa Clara aligns with the applicant’s current professional goals and how it differs from the prior MBA experience. Applicants can include this information in the Personal Statement portion of the application.
Interested in Even More Flexibility?
Poets&Quants has distinguished Leavey's as one of the top Online MBA programs available today. Rooted in innovation, collaboration and integrity, our Online MBA lets you complete classes from where you prefer, on your schedule.