Program Overview

University of Arkansas Master of Science in Operations Management

The University of Arkansas offers a Master of Science in Operations Management (MSOM) degree program.

Application Process & Requirements

To apply for the MSOM program, applicants must follow these steps:

• Apply Online: Fill out the online application form. A fee of $60 for domestic students or $75 for international students is required.
• Submit Transcripts: Send official transcripts from each undergraduate institution attended to the Graduate School.
• Track Your Application: Track your application progress online in the Application Center.

Admission Requirements

The admission requirements for the MSOM program are:

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university (all majors are accepted).
• A GPA of 3.0 or better on the last 60 hours of course work taken prior to receipt of the bachelor degree.
• Applicants with a GPA between 2.50 and 2.99 on all course work will be considered and conditionally admitted.

Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for the MSOM program are:

• Fall 8W1 (International): April 1
• Fall 8W1 (Domestic): August 1
• Fall 8W2 (Domestic only): September 1
• Spring 8W1 (International): October 1
• Spring 8W1 (Domestic): December 1
• Spring 8W2 (Domestic only): February 1
• Summer 8W (Domestic only): April 15

Readmission

Students who take a break from classes for a full semester must be readmitted to the program. To be readmitted, a student must submit the online application for admission, have at least a 3.0 graduate GPA, and be in good standing with the University.

Transcripts

The preferred method to send an official transcript is to have your university send it electronically. If online submissions are not feasible, official paper transcripts can be sent to the Graduate School and International Education.

College of Engineering

The College of Engineering at the University of Arkansas offers several degree programs, including:

• Master of Science in Operations Management
• Master of Science in Engineering Management
• Master of Science in Engineering

Graduate Certificates

The University of Arkansas also offers several graduate certificates, including:

• Engineering Management
• Engineering Management Analytics
• Homeland Security
• Lean Six Sigma
• Operations Management
• Project Management

MicroCertificates

Additionally, the University offers several MicroCertificates, including:

• Advanced Air Mobility Autonomous Operations
• Analytics for Operations Managers
• Leading Operational Change
• Systems Engineering Analytics
• Systems Engineering & Engineering Management