How to Apply
Sloan’s application process is rigorous and competitive and begins with a holistic review of each student’s application. Applicants who demonstrate qualities we value such as academic excellence, leadership, creativity/innovation, determination and resiliency, ability to work successfully in cross-disciplinary and/or diverse teams, attention to detail, strong interpersonal and professional skills, critical thinking, problem-solving, personal and professional integrity, compassion and empathy, passion for improving the field of health care, and a commitment to equity and social justice in healthcare management will be invited for a required first-round Zoom interview with a member of the admissions committee.
I am a busy Orthopedic Surgeon in rural, Central Kentucky. I was looking for an exalted learning experience and perhaps morphing into the administrative side of medicine after 26 years in the operating room. I have not regretted one minute of being involved in this program. I am excitedly looking forward to the future where I can apply my credentials and knowledge acquired at Cornell to make a difference in the world of medicine.
– Sanjiv Mehta, MD, EMHA ’24, Orthopedic Surgeon
Application Requirements
Each application is reviewed holistically and in comparison with other applications submitted during the same admissions cycle. To be eligible for review, applicants must submit a complete application package as outlined below.
Transcripts
Applicants must upload unofficial transcripts from all colleges or universities attended. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or an equivalent international degree (see Cornell’s list of International Degree Equivalencies), is required. There is no minimum GPA cut-off, however, undergraduate coursework and grades are considered in the admissions review.
Please note: Admitted applicants who accept their offer must submit official electronic transcripts to the Graduate School Admissions Office. See the Graduate School’s transcript guidelines for more details.
Recommendations
Two letters of recommendation are required. One must be from your current manager. If you are an entrepreneur or CEO, you may submit a recommendation from a member of your Board of Directors or a former supervisor who can speak to your qualifications and motivation for graduate study.
Resume
All applicants are required to submit a resume demonstrating at least 5 years of professional work experience with their application.
Statement of Purpose (500 words maximum)
The statement of purpose is one of your primary opportunities to help the admissions committee understand your academic objectives and assess your fit for the program. Your statement may include relevant academic and professional accomplishments, your reasons for pursuing a graduate degree, your academic interests, and your professional goals.
Interview
Once your complete application has been received, we will contact you to schedule a 30-minute online interview via Zoom.
TOEFL or IELTS Scores
Visit the Graduate School Admissions site for more information regarding the English language proficiency requirement, including standing exemptions.
For questions regarding your MHA application, please contact the Cornell Brooks School Graduate Admissions Team at brooksgradadmissions@cornell.edu.
While I knew I wanted to pursue a Master’s degree, I struggled to find a program that was rigorous enough to challenge me academically and focused enough to benefit me professionally given my desire to remain in health care. What brought me to Sloan’s EMHA program was that it was a top-tier program relevant to my professional interests which provided me with the opportunity to learn from other experienced professionals and simultaneously continue my full-time career without disruption.
– Danielle LaBraico, EMHA ’20, Senior Director, Vynamic
EMHA Admissions Counselors
If you have questions, please feel free to contact our EMHA Admissions Counselor:
Margaret Johnson (Walch)
607-330-3262
margaret.johnson@cornell.edu
Schedule a quick call with me: calendly.com/mwalch