• The intention to become a university professor. In most instances this will be in a business or law school.
• Strong academic record.
• Many, although not all, successful applicants will possess a law degree. Applicants who lack a law degree will usually have other training that is relevant to our program, such as ethical theory, business, or philosophy.
• Strong GRE or GMAT scores. GRE scores are preferred, but GMAT scores are accepted.

Admission to Candidacy
Before admission to candidacy, the student is required to:

• Complete 20 course units, including all core courses.
  
  
• Take and pass two written core examinations.
  
  
• A writing sample, such as an essay or term paper.
  
  

Financial Aid
Doctoral students are granted a multi-year fellowship, including tuition and a stipend. After their first year, students are required to perform research or teaching duties.