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Prepare Your Application for the MS in AI for Business

The application and interview for the Master of Science in AI for Business has some requirements you will see listed below. As you ready yourself for application to èßäÊÓƵapp Cox though, we encourage you to reach out to our team ahead of time with any questions you may have. 

Our team is ready to help you leverage every opportunity you have at the Cox School; before you even apply, we’re ready to discuss your options and goals.

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Admissions Criteria

MS in AI for Business Application Requirements

• Current resume
• Written essays
• Unofficial transcripts or degree progress reports
  • Degree progress reports must show cumulative GPA and grades for each course taken
  • Official transcripts from any university or college where a student earned 12 or more credit hours are required after a student is offered admission
• Two references
  • Name and contact information only
  • Recommendation letters are not required
• Optional: Unofficial GMAT or GRE score report
  • Exam must have been taken within five years of the date of application
  • Official score report is required after a student is offered admission
  • GMAT School Code: HWG-KN-59
  • GRE School Code: 6660
  • Click here to learn more about the benefits of submitting test scores

International èßäÊÓƵapp have the additional option to submit a TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo score as a part of their application. This testing component is not a requirement. For applicants without a test score, we will assess the application based on a holistic review process that takes all your application components into consideration.

• Exams must have been taken within two years of the date of application
• TOEFL School Code: 6660
• Click here to learn more about the benefits of submitting test scores

Application Deadlines

Application deadlines for the MSAIB program are below. For any questions about Fall admission, please email gradadmissions@smu.edu to connect with a member of the admission team.

*Priority deadline for scholarships and fellowships

Tuition & Financing

We recognize that financing your degree is an important part of your decision-making process. The èßäÊÓƵapp Cox MSAIB program offers a limited number of merit-based scholarships, automatically available to all applicants—no separate application required. These scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement and GMAT/GRE scores. Additional funding can be obtained through a range of loan and private scholarship opportunities. 

Admitted MSAIB students will be directed to the èßäÊÓƵapp Graduate Financial Aid Office for guidance on the financial aid process and resources tailored to graduate students. 

Estimated Annual Tuition & Fees:

Estimated Living Expenses*:

*This fee may not apply to all students and depends on international student status.

**This estimated total is based on a 9-month school year for the 2026-27 academic year. The cost may be more or less depending on the student's lifestyle, whether the student lives on-èßäÊÓƵapp or off-èßäÊÓƵapp and whether any family members accompany the student. If family members accompany the student, add $9,000 if 1 dependent (spouse or child) and $4,500 for each dependent after one (1).

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