The following application deadlines are for the 2014–15 admissions cycle (Fall 2015 and Spring/Summer 2016 admission). To view a complete list of upcoming deadlines for the 2013–14 cycle, please visit http://network.aupha.org/APPLYHAMPCAS/ProgramDeadlines/.
University of the Pacific / MBA
School Information
University Name:
University of the Pacific
University State:
California
Department Name:
MBA Program
School Name:
Eberhardt School of Business
School Setting:
Business/Management
Department Website URL:
AUPHA Program Overview URL:
CAHME* Accreditation Status:
- CAHME Accredited: MBA
- CAHME Candidacy: MBA
- Not CAHME Accredited: MBA
Other** Accreditations:
- AACSB Accreditation: MBA - Healthcare Focus
- NASPAA Accreditation
- CEPH Accreditation
CAHME is the accrediting body for individual academic programs offering a professional master’s degree in healthcare management.
Some HAMPCAS Programs are accredited by different bodies:
- AACSB is a specialized accreditation for business and accounting programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level.
- NASPAA is an accrediting body for professional master’s degree programs in public affairs, policy, and administration.
- CEPH is an accrediting body for schools of public health and public health programs outside schools of public health.
Program-Degree Deadlines
MPH- Master in Public Health
Start Term:
Fall 2015
Applicant Type:
Domestic Applicants
Priority Deadline:
11/15/2014
Final Deadline:
Rolling
MPH- Master in Public Health
Start Term:
Fall 2015
Applicant Type:
International Applicants
Priority Deadline:
12/15/2014
Final Deadline:
01/15/2015
MPH- Master in Public Health
Start Term:
Fall 2015
Applicant Type:
International Applicants
Priority Deadline:
11/15/2014
Final Deadline:
12/15/2014
MPH- Masters in Public Health
Start Term:
Fall 2015
Applicant Type:
Domestic Applicants
Priority Deadline:
03/15/2015
Final Deadline:
Rolling
Essay and School-Specific Questions
Program instructions for Essay and/or School-Specific Questions:
The following are required school-specific questions.
Responses must be typed into the Essay portion of the Application Checklist.
Responses should appear in numerical order, and each response should be preceded by the corresponding essay number to separate and differentiate responses.
School-Specific Question Entries:
- Statement of Purpose: This statement should be a concise, well-written essay about your educational background and reasons for pursuing a graduate degree in public health, specifically geared to the program to which you are applying. This essay should be approximately 1500 words in length. You should give information about: A. Your background as it pertains to your academic and professional goals. B. The motivating influences that stimulated interest in your specific discipline. C. Your future career goals and objectives. D. Indicate how an advanced degree from Michigan SPH will help to achieve your education and career objectives.
- Personal Statement (Optional): This should be a brief description of your background and any personal and life experiences, including social, cultural, familial, educational or other opportunities and challenges that motivated your decision to pursue a graduate degree at the University of Michigan. This is not an academic "Statement of Purpose" but a discussion of the personal journey that has led to your decision to seek a graduate degree. This essay should be approximately 500 words in length.
- Michigan Dual Degrees: If you are planning a dual degree program, please indicate the other program at University of Michigan. (i.e. Business, Law, Public Policy, or if self-initiated please specify)
- Financial Aid: A. Do you wish to be considered for Financial Aid? B. What is the highest level of education achieved by each of your parents? (i.e. elementary school, high school, associate's degree, bachelor's degree, etc.) C. When you were growing up, how many parents/adults lived in your household? If necessary, please explain.
- Financial Aid: Describe the nature of any need-based aid you received at the undergraduate level. (Type "None", "Pell Grant", Work-Study". For additional types, please give a brief explanation)
- U.S. Military Service: Indicate your anticipated status at the time you enroll. (on active duty US military, veteran of US armed forces, US reserves or national guard, US military dependent)
- Statement of Purpose: This statement should be a concise, well-written essay about your educational background and reasons for pursuing a graduate degree in public health, specifically geared to the program to which you are applying. This essay should be approximately 1500 words in length. You should give information about: A. Your background as it pertains to your academic and professional goals. B. The motivating influences that stimulated interest in your specific discipline. C. Your future career goals and objectives. D. Indicate how an advanced degree from Michigan SPH will help to achieve your education and career objectives.
- Personal Statement (Optional): This should be a brief description of your background and any personal and life experiences, including social, cultural, familial, educational or other opportunities and challenges that motivated your decision to pursue a graduate degree at the University of Michigan. This is not an academic "Statement of Purpose" but a discussion of the personal journey that has led to your decision to seek a graduate degree. This essay should be approximately 500 words in length.
- Michigan Dual Degrees: If you are planning a dual degree program, please indicate the other program at University of Michigan. (i.e. Business, Law, Public Policy, or if self-initiated please specify)
- Financial Aid: A. Do you wish to be considered for Financial Aid? B. What is the highest level of education achieved by each of your parents? (i.e. elementary school, high school, associate's degree, bachelor's degree, etc.) C. When you were growing up, how many parents/adults lived in your household? If necessary, please explain.
- Financial Aid: Describe the nature of any need-based aid you received at the undergraduate level. (Type "None", "Pell Grant", Work-Study". For additional types, please give a brief explanation)
- U.S. Military Service: Indicate your anticipated status at the time you enroll. (on active duty US military, veteran of US armed forces, US reserves or national guard, US military dependent)
Test Requirements
Official GRE test scores should be reported to:
Program Only: ETS code(s) 1954
All other official test scores (i.e. GMAT, TOEFL, MCAT, PCAT, etc.) should be reported to:
For GMAT use institution code: SN1- J6-70.
Domestic Applicant Test Requirements:
MPH, MHSA: GRE or GMAT required. MCAT accepted only for dual MD/MPH or MD/MHSA applicants.
International Applicant Test Requirements:
Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate satisfactory proficiency in the English language as measured by the TOEFL, IELTS, or MELAB. TOEFL is preferred. Tests must be taken within one year of the term requested for enrollment. For TOEFL use institution code: 1839. http://www.sph.umich.edu/students/prospective/apply/englishreqs.html
Supplemental Application
Supplemental application required?
Yes
Supplemental application due date:
October 10th 2014
Supplemental application fee:
$95.00
Supplemental application fee due date:
October 10th 2014
Link to supplemental application and forms:
Details:
All successful applicants are required to complete the Cornell University Graduate School application, and pay the Graduate School application fee, within two weeks of being accepted into the program. Transcripts from all colleges/universities attended are required.
Additional Information
Additional Domestic Applicant Requirements:
Official transcripts should be submitted to HAMPCAS from any institution at which an applicant has completed post-secondary coursework. This is regardless of length of study, number of credits earned, or whether or not a degree was awarded.
Additional International Applicant Requirements:
All International students will be required to submit a seperate transcript evaluation of international coursework. Please see the Eberhardt MBA Trascript Evaluation page for further details:
http://www.pacific.edu/Academics/Schools-and-Colleges/Eberhardt-School-of-Business/Admission/MBA-Admission/Info-for-International-Applicants/MBA-Transcript-Evaluation.html
Reference/Recommendation Requirements:
Three letters of recommendation are required. Academic or professional references are to be submitted through HAMPCAS. Personal references will not be accepted.
Does your school conduct interviews?
Yes
Interview Dates:
Department will contact applicant if needed.
Additional Interview Information:
The interviews are scheduled after the faculty and Chair review the documentation that has been submitted. A date and time are scheduled that is convenient for the student and the Chair, who interviews the students who meet the criteria for admission and are approved by the faculty. The interview is usually in person and is between 45 minutes and one hour. Students are encouraged to ask questions about the program.
Background Check Required?
No
Drug test required if accepted?
No
Contact Information
For questions regarding school requirements or the admissions process, please contact an admissions representative.
Please contact the admissions office at:
Office of Admissions University of Detroit Mercy
4001 West McNichols Road
Detroit, Mi 48221-3038
Phone (toll-free): 800-635-5020
E-mail: admissions@udmercy.edu Or contact the program Chair, Dr. Mary O'Shaughnessey, via e-mail: oshaugms@udmercy.edu, or phone(313) 993-1695
For questions regarding the HAMPCAS application portal or application process, please contact the HAMPCAS Customer Service desk at 617‒612‒2882 or hampcasinfo@hampcas.org, Monday through Friday, 9am—5pm EST.