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START DATE
September

FORMAT
Full-Time; On-campus

DURATION
2 years

GMAT/GRE
Waiver available*

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Enhance your understanding of the entire business enterprise and acquire specialized expertise to reach your full potential in Minnesota Carlson's top-ranked, Full-Time MBA program.

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Designed to advance your career

Whether you take the traditional MBA path or join the new STEM-designed Management Science MBA to develop more quantitative skills, gain core business competencies in our rigorous and customizable curriculum led by globally renowned faculty. Plus, solve business problems for real client companies throughout your studies for an immersive, career-shaping experience that prepares you for the global marketplace.

Top 10

Military-Friendly Graduate school MBA program (2026-2027)

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Start your application early and give yourself the best chance to join Minnesota Carlson.

Application Deadlines:

  • October 1
  • December 1
  • February 1- final deadline for international applicants
  • April 1
  • June 1 - final deadline for domestic applications
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Knowledge to create business value

The Carlson MS in Finance prepares students to turn complex financial information into business value. 

  • #16 Master in Finance in the United States, 
    QS World University Ranking (2022)

  • 100% of 2019 and 2020 grads received job offers within 180 days of graduation

  • 10 or 16 months to complete
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Explore Carlson's variety of graduate-level offerings to find the right one for you.

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"The community is what I enjoyed most about Carlson. This community has welcomed me with open arms, supported me personally and professionally, and I have created lifelong friendships along the way."

- Joe Braman, '16 MBA, Branch Vice President, Coldwell Banker Realty

$135,912

3-year average starting base salary


86%

of graduates received job offers within 90 days of graduation (average over the past 3 years) 

Rigorous. Immersive. Customizable. Global.

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Become the leader you were meant to be

FULL-TIME MBA

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Minnesota Carlson Advantage

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1:1 faculty support

Real-world client experience

Global perspective via an international experience

International network of esteemed alumni

Lifetime career support & coaching

Minnesota Carlson shares a commitment to imagination, engagement, and ambition. Our approach connects students to unique experiential learning opportunities, dynamic international education programs, and a vibrant network of businesses throughout the state and beyond. 

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NEW: Guaranteed 25% tuition discount for Executive MBA fall 2025 admitted students. To qualify, you must submit your application by May 15, 2025. Start your application today!

Limited Time Opportunity: Guaranteed scholarship for admitted domestic students in the next application round.
Apply by June 1.

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