Do I need to give GRE or GMAT exams for admission to the University of Calgary in Canada for a Master's/MBA?
It depends on your program and background. Haskayne MBA applicants with a Canadian or US degree and a 3.0 GPA are exempt, while international-degree holders generally need GMAT, with a recommended minimum of 550, or an equivalent GRE. Master of Finance usually requires GMAT above 600.
Whether you need the GRE or GMAT for the University of Calgary depends on which program you are targeting and where your undergraduate degree came from. Your GPA and country of study, not a blanket university rule, decide the outcome.
GMAT/GRE Requirement by Program
| Program | GMAT/GRE Requirement | Recommended Minimum Score |
|---|---|---|
| Haskayne MBA, Canada/US degree, GPA 3.0+ | Exempt | N/A |
| Haskayne MBA, international degree | Generally required | GMAT 550, GMAT Focus 515, or equivalent GRE |
| Master of Finance (MFin) | Typically required | GMAT above 600 recommended |
| Master of Management (MMgmt) | Not required if GPA 3.0+ | N/A |
| Other M.Sc./M.A./M.Eng. | Usually not required | N/A |
Other Details That Affect Your Requirement
- A GPA between 2.50 and 2.99 typically triggers a mandatory test score submission
- Haskayne School of Business does consider GMAT waivers for highly qualified applicants with strong professional backgrounds
- Some science, engineering, or economics departments may still request scores if your grading scale is unfamiliar to the admissions committee
My Advice
Check your exact GPA against the 3.0 exemption threshold before you commit months to GMAT prep. If you fall short or hold an international degree, email the Haskayne admissions team directly with your transcript and resume to ask about a waiver rather than assuming you must test.
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