+1 MBA for Partner Colleges
+1 MBA
for RIT Partner Colleges
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- +1 MBA for Partner Colleges
Earn Your MBA in Just One Year
The +1 MBA Accelerated Pathway
Exclusive +1 MBA benefits for business undergraduates at partner colleges. Waive up to six Master of Business Administration (MBA) core courses, secure guaranteed scholarship support, and graduate ready to lead at the intersection of business and technology.
Why the +1 MBA Matters: AACSB Insights highlights how one-year MBA programs deliver high ROI and cost-efficiency—accelerating early-career growth without pausing professional momentum. Read more here.
The +1 MBA Advantage
1 Additional Year
Complete your fast-tracked MBA after earning your bachelor's degree.
Up to 50% Scholarship
Get a 30% scholarship. Select partner nominees are eligible for up to 50%.
No GRE/GMAT Required
Automatically waived for qualifying US graduates.
Application Fee Waiver
Partner school students receive an application fee waiver.
Maximize Your Undergraduate Degree
As a junior or senior at a partner institution, your business coursework gives you a head start. Through our +1 MBA Partner Program, Rochester Institute of Technology recognizes your existing academic achievements so you do not repeat foundational coursework—saving you substantial time and tuition.
Why Choose Saunders College of Business?
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STEM-Designated Degree Options: Combine management expertise with analytics and technology to stand out in high-growth industries.
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Real-World Co-op Network: Gain real corporate experience through paid co-op opportunities backed by RIT's global employer network.
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AACSB-Accredited Excellence: Join the top 5 percent of business schools worldwide recognized for rigorous academic quality.
Exclusive Benefits for +1 MBA Partner School Students
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Guaranteed Scholarship: Minimum 30% tuition scholarship awarded upon acceptance for qualified partner school graduates. Select partner nominees are eligible for up to 50%.
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Application Fee Waiver: Apply for free using your dedicated partner code.
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Streamlined Admissions: Priority review with fast-tracked decision timelines so you can plan your post-graduation career early.
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No GMAT or GRE: Standardized test requirements are automatically waived for domestic and US-degreed international applicants.
Find Your College's +1 MBA Agreement
Select your undergraduate institution below to view approved course equivalencies and waiver maps.
PLEASE NOTE: Students that decide to take (and earn credit for) a waived class will have that course waiver removed.
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Don't see your college listed?
Students from non-partner AACSB-accredited or regionally accredited four-year undergraduate programs are also eligible for course waivers upon transcript review. Contact an advisor to evaluate your transcript.
Ready to Fast-Track Your Business Career?
Connect with our graduate admissions team for a quick transcript pre-review or start your application today with your exclusive partner fee waiver.
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