What You Need To Know
If you’re ready to get started and apply to our Master of Science in Real Estate, we’re ready to help. From admission requirements and important deadlines to commonly asked questions, here’s everything you need to know to apply.
MSRE Application Checklist
Review eligibility
- Bachelor's degree in any field of study
- 2 years of post-graduate work experience is preferred, but not required. If work experience is under two years, then work experience within the commercial real estate industry will strengthen your application
- There is no minimum GPA requirement as applicants are evaluated holistically. However, a GPA of 3.0 is preferred.
Review application deadlines & start date
- Round 1: Nov. 1
- Round 2: Jan. 15
- Round 3: Mar. 1
- Round 4: Apr. 1
- Round 5: May 1
- Extended Deadline: July 15 (domestic applicants only; while seats available)
Program Start Date: Fall Semester, Late August
We have rolling admissions at the Knauss School of Business meaning that applications are reviewed as we receive them. Deadlines serve as a guideline for you to submit your application but please note that spaces and scholarship awards are allocated on a first come, first serve basis.
Attend an MSRE information session
All applicants are required to attend an MSRE information session prior to submitting an application for a comprehensive review of the program (see current schedule) or schedule a private meeting.
Submit an official transcript
Required from all post-secondary universities attended*. They can be emailed (directly from the university) to grads@sandiego.edu or mailed to the address below:
Office of Graduate Admissions
University of San Diego
5998 Alcala Park
San Diego, CA 92110
Review international applicant checklist (if applicable)
If you earned a degree from an institution outside the United States, regardless of citizenship status, you are required to *submit an official international transcript evaluation (also called a foreign credential evaluation) as part of your application. Please note that the evaluation must be a course-by-course evaluation. Additional application requirements, include your English Language Exam Score.
Strengthen your application
A GMAT/GRE test score is not required; however, if your undergraduate major was not in a business-related field we strongly recommend you take the MBA Math course to strengthen your application. A 90% score within 15-30 hours is preferred. If needed, the GMAT School Code is 29B-Q2-68 and the GRE School Code is 4849.
Submit your application
Begin your USD graduate application here. A complete application includes:
- Professional resume - A resume is required to demonstrate your professional experience (two years of work experience preferred).
- Essay - Applicants must respond to a personal essay prompt in 250-500 words.
- Two letters of recommendation - Recommendation forms will be sent directly through your online application. One academic and one professional recommendation is preferred.
- Application Fee - An application fee of $125 is required for all graduate programs at USD. The fee must be paid in order to submit your online application (unless a fee waiver is applied).
Interview
Admissions interviews are by invitation only, If invited, please dress professionally.
To excel in your admission interview, review these key interview strategies.
Maintain professional etiquette
After submitting your application, we advise applicants to maintain professional etiquette throughout the application process. Since building relationships is a core skill developed throughout the program, we appreciate when applicants communicate regularly and attend special events when invited whenever possible. Here are additional tips:
- Demonstrate good time management during the application process; be professional, timely, and courteous with all interactions.
- Take responsibility when needed and show your reliability and commitment.
- Communicate professionally in all emails and phone calls; start emails with a salutation and end them with a closing such as "Sincerely" or "Thank you".
- Be receptive to feedback which can help you grow professionally.
- Practice active listening skills.
- Dress professionally for the interview, events and conferences.
MSRE Frequently Asked Questions
Can’t Find the Answer You’re Looking For?
Our friendly and knowledgeable team of admission advisors can answer any questions you have about graduate business programs and the admission process at USD’s Knauss School of Business. Sign up to attend an info session, schedule a time to speak to our recruitment team or email gradbiz@sandiego.edu.