University of California Riverside MBA

A Leading Southern California MBA Program

The motto of the MBA program at the A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management (AGSM) is "Leading Thinkers, Leading Growth," a reflection of our mission to produce leaders whose ability to think about the challenges they face will provide them with skills to lead growth in both our region and the world. Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), and with fellowships and other financial assistance packages available on a competitive basis, there are many great reasons to earn your MBA at UCR.

Graduating from the MBA program at AGSM provides students with a world-recognized University of California degree. UCR is ranked among the most diverse campuses in the nation with a long tradition of welcoming and supporting international scholars.

The faculty at AGSM features preeminent scholars and practitioners in their fields. Our distinguished faculty engages and encourages students through their own academic success and research. Educated at leading universities and serving on the editorial boards of leading journals in business administration, our faculty are also recognized experts in the fields of intellectual property management, e-commerce and marketing, entrepreneurship, finance, accounting and supply chain management.

Our MBA program is situated in the living laboratory of Inland Southern California, one of the fastest growing and changing regions in the world. This environment is an ideal location where students and faculty can perform cutting-edge research and experience first-hand how business works. 

Profile of 2018-2019 Entering Class

Size of Entering Class: 60

Average GPA: 3.26
Average GMAT: 610
Average GRE: 310

Men: 57%
Women: 43%
Average Age: 26
Total Work Experience - Average Months: 43

To apply to the MBA program, you will need to complete an online application and submit the required documents listed below.  Please note that not all documents are necessary to begin and complete your online application. Refer to the Graduate Division website for specific application instructions.

If you need to contact our office about your application, please make sure to include your Full Name (as entered on your application) and Application ID on all correspondence.

Find out how you can earn your degree at no cost through our Yellow Ribbon partnership. Ask to speak with our Military Admission Liaison for customized assistance through the admissions process and fee waivers. 

• Statement of Purpose & Personal History essay
• Resume/CV
• 1 letter of recommendation
• Official transcripts
• Optional: Official GMAT or GRE scores

• Official TOEFL or IELTS scores
• International Applicant Sponsorship Information Form

UC Systemwide FeesFee Amount

Tuition

$ 3,814.008

Student Services Fee

$ 376.00

Nonresident Supplemental Tuition

$4,082.00

Professional Degree Supplemental Tuition

$10,205.003,4

Health Insurance Fee

$1,280.569

UCR Campus Fees 

Graduate Student Association Fee

$ 13.57

Graduate Student Association Conference Travel Grant

$ 20.00

External Advocacy Fee

$ 0.50

Recreation Center Fee

$ 20.00

Recreation Center Expansion Fee

$ 149.00

Student Center (Commons) Fee

$ 90.00

Student Technology Course Materials Fee

$ 2.005

UCR Student Services Fee

$ 6.00Resident Mandatory Fees$15,974.63 6Nonresident Mandatory Fees$20,056.63 6