Class Profile
An overview of the demographic profile of students within the Penn State Smeal Executive MBA Program in Philadelphia.
Successful applicants to the Penn State Smeal Executive MBA Program typically have a minimum of six years post-undergraduate work experience as well as managerial or team leader experience. Admission is competitive, and class size is limited. Students are selected based on their work experiences, academic backgrounds, and anticipated contributions to the learning environment.
Demographic Snapshot
| Average Age | 39 |
| Percentage of Underrepresented Minorities | 35% |
| Percentage of Military Veterans | 12% |
| Average Years of Work Experience | 15 |
| Students Holding Advanced Degrees | 19% |
| Percentage of Female Students | 23% |
| States Represented | California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia |
| Industries Represented |
Agriculture, banking, consumer retail, construction, defense, education, energy, entertainment, finance, insurance, medicine, nonprofit, pharmaceuticals, supply chain, technology |
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