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Two years. Two nights. Two locations. 
Main Campus and Center City Philadelphia

The Fast Track is our two-year, lock-step cohort MBA program which enables students to get many of the benefits of a full-time MBA program while continuing to work.

The close-knit nature of the cohort creates a perfect environment for our students to learn, network, and build lasting business connections. Classes meet Tuesday and Thursday at the Villanova campus, or Monday and Wednesday at our Center City location. Included in the Fast Track tuition is a one-week immersion to an emerging market as part of the Global Consulting Practicum capstone course.

The Villanova MBA experience doesn't stop in the classroom. In addition to networking opportunities and business seminars, our students have the option to work with a dedicated career consultant who assists with everything from résumé writing, interviewing, and salary negotiation to career planning and networking.

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Who should apply to The Villanova MBA Fast Track?

The Fast Track is designed for highly motivated working professionals who want to attain an MBA while continuing to pursue career goals.

  • Average age of Fast Track students: 26 years
  • Average GPA: 3.3
  • Average GMAT: 610
  • Average years work experience: 6 years

When should I apply?
Due to the small class size and competitive nature of the admissions process, applicants that are ready to submit an application are encouraged to apply for round one or two. The rigor of the selection process remains consistent throughout all rounds, but please note that Round 3 applications will only be considered if space remains in the class.

There are four rounds in the admissions process:

Main Campus/Center City - Philadelphia:

Round 1: December 15
Round 2: February 15
Round 3: April 15
Round 4: June 30
 

Admission to the program is highly competitive and the committee is focused on selecting candidates who will add value to the cohort experience by ensuring a diverse set of functional roles and industries are represented in the classroom.

The review of applications is holistic and all elements of the application are carefully weighed.

After an application has been submitted and the supporting materials have been received, the applicant will be contacted in order to schedule an interview with members of the admissions committee.

Our course of study is demanding and challenging—combining core business practices, cutting-edge concepts from the constantly changing business world, and a deep grounding in responsible leadership.

Why choose The Villanova MBA Fast Track?

The Villanova School of Business offers a world-class business education that can be attained while pursuing your career goals. Our graduate business programs combine the crucial elements of a superior business education:

  • A demanding and challenging course of study—combining core business practices, cutting-edge concepts from the constantly changing business world, and a deep grounding in  responsible leadership.
  • Faculty members who are highly regarded as teachers, researchers, and scholars, with a wide range of professional experience. They teach in an adaptive learning environment where the focus is on helping students learn how to better themselves, their organizations, and their community.
  • Impressive students are carefully selected to participate in the rigorous program. Class sizes are small so that you can build strong relationships with your peers and faculty members.
 
For more information about the Fast Track contact:

GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Villanova University
800 East Lancaster Avenue
1074 Bartley Hall
Villanova, PA 19085
Tel: 610-519-4336
Fax: 610-519-6273