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“Standardized Tests”*:
*Not required for MS Packaging Value Chain applicants (only). Required for all other programs.
In this section, you will self-report test scores by clicking “Add Test Score” under each applicable test. MS Accounting,
MS Taxation and MS Business Analytics prefer the GMAT, but the GRE is acceptable as well. MBA and MS Quantitative
Economics do not have a preference.
When you take the test, be sure to have your scores sent to institution code 4038. The official scores will be reported
back and automatically added to your application.
If you re-take the test at a later date, have your new scores sent as before. Your new scores will be automatically added
to your application. We will look at the highest score in each section.
Please inform our office (contact info below) if you have re-taken or plan on retaking the test.
SUPPORTING INFORMATION (quadrant 3):
The Experiences, Achievements or Documents sections are optional. However, you may want to complete these
sections if you would like to add more information than you feel is included in your resume.
In regard to Statement of Purpose (SOP):
The Statement of Purpose section states: “Since your statement of purpose is sent to all the programs you apply to,
keep it general. If you plan to apply to only one program, you should still keep your statement general in case you later
apply to additional programs.”
However, Cal Poly’s Orfalea College of Business would like a SOP specific to the program that you are applying. If you
are applying only to Cal Poly, feel free to make the SOP specific to Cal Poly. Otherwise, you can simply type in the box
“See uploaded SOP in Additional Documents section”, then upload it in the documents section in quadrant 4.