Frequently Asked Questions
For General Issues
For Transfer Students
For Visiting International Students
When do I apply?
Submit your application in the sophomore fall semester.
How do I apply?
Complete your application on-line. Submit additional hard copies of a letter and résumé in person or by mail.
When will I be told if I am admitted?
You will be notified by both Email and letter in mid-February.
What courses are required for admission?
Prerequisite courses must be completed prior to enrollment. We prefer that you complete courses no later than sophomore spring.
Do I need to complete prerequisites prior to applying?
We know that you may not be able to complete prerequisites at the time of application. You should included missing courses in your sophomore spring schedule.
What are the prerequisite courses for admission and what grades do I need?
See prerequisite details for majors or prerequisite details for minors.
A final grade of C or better (not C minus) must be earned in each prerequisite course.
Do I need to repeat a course if I receive a C?
No, you should not repeat courses that you pass. In addition, you should not repeat a course more than one time.
How is my application evaluated?
| UNC-Chapel Hill academic performance |
Business prerequisites
General education courses
Grade trends
Consistency in performance
Course loads
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50% weight |
| Cover letter and written essays |
Communication and analytical skills
Seriousness and commitment in selecting business as the intended major
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30% weight |
| Résumé |
Extracurricular activities
Demonstrated leadership and team experiences
Work experience
Community service
Personal achievements
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20% weight |
How do I construct a résumé?
University Career Services created a résumé template [PDF:150k] for business school admission.
Will you interview me for admission?
Generally, we do not interview applicants; however, we sometimes contact an applicant and request an interview.
How many applicants are admitted?
We admit 330 students.
What is the average GPA of admitted applicants? Do I need a minimum GPA to apply?
- The average for the fall class in 2008 was 3.51.
- Any student in good standing may apply.
- We give preference to applicants with a GPA of at least 3.0.
May I take an upper level business course prior to admission?
We do not recommend it but you may take one course early. Simply request permission in person one week before classes start.
Are business courses taken at another university transferable?
Yes, sometimes but please refer to our transfer course equivalency information. [PDF:112K]
May I reapply if denied?
- We admit most of the class in the fall, but we have 30 spaces for spring admission.
- We give preference to re-applicants, junior transfers, and new applicants.
- We recommend that you contact a business advisor to discuss your reapplication.
Why would I be denied admission?
Admission is selective and competitive. Typical reasons for not admitting students include:
- They have not completed prerequisite courses.
- They did not complete the application properly.
- We have already accepted applicants that are more qualified.
May I transfer directly into the undergraduate business program?
No. You must first gain admission to UNC-Chapel Hill and spend at least one semester in the College of Arts & Sciences before you may begin the undergraduate business program. For information on admission to UNC-Chapel Hill, contact Undergraduate Admissions.
Are the business courses I took at my previous institution(s) transferable?
Perhaps. Please refer to the transfer course equivalency form for details. [PDF:112K] Note that you are limited to a total of 14 credit hours of business transfer credit, and only 2 upper level courses (BUSI 400-700) may apply toward the BSBA degree.
Do I have enough time to complete the BSBA degree?
Perhaps. For some transfer students, completion of the degree may require summer school classes and/or an extra semester. There is a limit to the number of total semesters you may take to obtain a degree.
Can I be a visiting student if my university does not have a partnership with Kenan-Flagler?
Unfortunately, no. For reasons of space we only accept students officially nominated by a partner institution.
If I enjoy studying at Kenan-Flagler can I then transfer and obtain a BSBA degree?
Kenan-Flagler does not accept transfer students, so this is not possible. If you wish to study here for longer than one semester that must be agreed with your home institution prior to application.
How many classes do I take?
Visiting Exchange Students may take as many as 12 hours, with up to 3 credits coming from departments outside of Kenan-Flagler.
How will my grades transfer?
This is decided by your home school.
Will I be able to take the all the classes I want?
We will try to get you into the classes you seek, but it is often not possible to find space in every class you want to take. We will advise you on this, but you should be prepared to be a little flexible with your class needs.
Does my university have an agreement with Kenan-Flagler?
Exchange partner schools:
- Bocconi University, Italy
- Chulalongkon University, Thailand
- Copenhagen Business School, Denmark
- EPSCI at ESSEC, France
- ESCI, Spain
- Korea University Business School, Republic of Korea
- National University of Singapore, Singapore
- PUC, Chile
- Rotterdam School of Management, Netherlands
- Thammasat University, Thailand
- University of Economics, Czech Republic
- University of New South Wales, Australia
- University of Otago, New Zealand
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