International Applicants

In line with the global emphasis of the Marriott School, the MBA program strongly encourages international students interested in an outstanding graduate business education to apply. Posted below are links that may be of help as you prepare for graduate school at BYU.

New Credential Evaluations Requirement for International Transcripts

An international applicant whose degree is awarded outside the United States must submit all official transcripts, diplomas and marksheets to one of the following agencies for a credential evaluation, which must include a comprehensive course-by-course evaluation and calculation of a grade point average (GPA):

  • International Education Research Foundation (IERF)
  • World Education Service (WES)

Please see their respective Web sites for more details or contact a BYU International Specialist for more information at intl@byu.edu.

Application Resources

Scholarships and Financial Aid

The Marriott School offers two scholarships for international students:

  • Cardon International Sponsorship (CIS): Scholarship and loan program for international students who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, married, and committed to return to their home region after graduation from the MBA program. See the CIS application and program details on the CIS web site.

Marriott School of Management (MSM) loans are available to international students who qualify. Detailed information may be obtained on the BYU Financial Aid website.

Preparation to come to the United States