Admissions

The admissions team on your chosen campus will explain how to submit these documents during your one-to-one assessment. If the documents are not in English, they should be sent with a certified English translation. 

• One completed application form (if the application was not filled in online) 
• One certified copy of previous studies/high school diploma and transcripts. Applicants who do not have a secondary school certificate at the time of applying must present an official secondary school transcript or record of their last year of secondary school study. Transcripts are considered official if they bear an official school stamp and the signature of the principal. They should also include the school’s contact information. The document should list the subjects taken, grades earned and examination results for each subject and include certificates or diplomas.  
• Proof of English level: TOEFL score 59/3 (as of Jan 2026) (internet-based), 169 (computer-based); IELTS 5.0; CAE B1 with a minimum score of 154; minimum PTE-A of 40. 
• One letter of recommendation. This should come from an academic advisor who is familiar with your academic performance and potential for leadership.   
• One motivation letter. Your motivation letter will help the EU Admissions Department get to know you, understand why you wish to attend EU and determine your level of self-expression. 
• An electronic passport photo or 3 printed passport-size photos 
• One copy of valid passport or ID card 
• One bank certificate or letter certifying the applicant's financial solvency 
• €/CHF 200 non-refundable application fee. Please provide a money order, check or receipt for a bank transfer payable to EU. 

You’ll find information regarding our tuition fees here and our academic calendars (including the program start dates) here. 

The admissions team on your chosen campus will explain how to submit these documents during your one-to-one assessment. If the documents are not in English, they should be sent with a certified English translation. 

• One completed application form (if the application was not filled in online) 
• One certified copy of high school diploma and transcripts. Applicants who have not yet earned a secondary school certificate when applying must present an official secondary school transcript or record for the last year of their secondary school study. Transcripts are considered official if they bear an official school stamp and the signature of the principal. They should also include the school’s contact information. They must list the subjects taken, grades earned or examination results in each subject and include certificates or diplomas.  
• Proof of English level: TOEFL score 79/4 (as of Jan 2026) (internet-based), 211 (computer-based); IELTS 6.0; CAE B2 with a minimum score of 169; minimum PTE-A of 59; native speaker of English or equivalent. 
• One letter of recommendation. This should come from an academic advisor who is familiar with your academic performance and potential for leadership.  
• One motivation letter. Your motivation letter will help the EU Admissions Department get to know you, understand why you wish to attend EU and determine your level of self-expression. 
• An electronic passport photo or 3 printed passport-size photos 
• One copy of valid passport or ID card 
• One bank certificate or letter certifying the applicant's financial solvency 
• €/CHF 200 non-refundable application fee. Please provide a money order, check or receipt for a bank transfer payable to EU. 

You’ll find information regarding our tuition fees here and our academic calendars (including the program start dates) here. 

The admissions team on your chosen campus will explain how to submit these documents during your one-to-one assessment. If the documents are not in English, they should be sent with a certified English translation. 

• One completed application form (if the application was not filled in online) 
• One certified copy of high school diploma and transcripts. Applicants who have not yet earned a secondary school certificate when applying must present an official secondary school transcript or record for the last year of their secondary school study. Transcripts are considered official if they bear an official school stamp and the signature of the principal. They should also include the school’s contact information. They must list the subjects taken, grades earned or examination results in each subject and include certificates or diplomas.  
• Proof of English level: TOEFL score 79/4 (as of Jan 2026) (internet-based), 211 (computer-based); IELTS 6.0; CAE B2 with a minimum score of 169; minimum PTE-A of 59; native speaker of English or equivalent. 
• Two letters of recommendation. These letters should come from academic advisors who are familiar with your academic performance and potential for leadership. If you have been outside formal education for a considerable period, please submit two letters from employers and/or managers who are familiar with your work ethic, ability and leadership skills.  
• A written or video essay (see below)  
• An electronic passport photo or 3 printed passport-size photos 
• One copy of valid passport or ID card 
• One bank certificate or letter certifying the applicant's financial solvency 
• €/CHF 200 non-refundable application fee. Please provide a money order, check or receipt for a bank transfer payable to EU. 

You’ll find information regarding our tuition fees here and our academic calendars (including the program start dates) here. 

Please write an essay (approximately 500 words) or record a 1-2 minute video essay to include in your application package. This will help the EU Admissions Committee get to know you and what motivates you and determine how well you express yourself. The essay will be evaluated on clarity, creativity, completeness of response, sentence structure, spelling, grammar and style. 

The essay should be on one of the following topics: 

• Tell us about the most challenging team experience you have had to date. What role did you play? What did you learn? 
• Please describe a personal failure that has impacted your life and what you learned from it. 
• What achievement are you most proud of (studies, sports, professional life, etc.)? 
• If you were to imagine an entirely different life from the one you lead, how would you envision it? 
• All of us have been influenced by people, events and situations in our lives. How have these influences shaped who you are today? 

Please submit your video essay via WeTransfer, addressed to the admissions team of your campus of choice. 

The admissions team on your chosen campus will explain how to submit these documents during your one-to-one assessment. If the documents are not in English, they should be sent with a certified English translation. 

• One completed application form (if the application was not filled in online) 
• One certified copy of high school diploma and transcripts.  
• Proof of English level: TOEFL score 79/4 (as of Jan 2026) (internet-based), 211 (computer-based); IELTS 6.0; CAE B2 with a minimum score of 169; minimum PTE-A of 59; native speaker of English or equivalent. 
• Two letters of recommendation. These letters should come from academic advisors who are familiar with your academic performance. 
• A written or video essay (see below)  
• An electronic passport photo or 3 printed passport-size photos 
• One copy of valid passport or ID card 
• One bank certificate or letter certifying the applicant's financial solvency 
• €/CHF 200 non-refundable application fee. Please provide a money order, check or receipt for a bank transfer payable to EU. 

You’ll find information regarding our tuition fees here and our academic calendars (including the program start dates) here. 

Please write an essay (approximately 500 words) or record a 1-2 minute video essay to include in your application package. This will help the EU Admissions Committee get to know you and what motivates you and determine how well you express yourself. The essay will be evaluated on clarity, creativity, completeness of response, sentence structure, spelling, grammar and style. 

The essay should be on one of the following topics: 

• Tell us about the most challenging team experience you have had to date. What role did you play? What did you learn? 
• Please describe a personal failure that has impacted your life and what you learned from it. 
• What achievement are you most proud of (studies, sports, professional life, etc.)? 
• If you were to imagine an entirely different life from the one you lead, how would you envision it? 
• All of us have been influenced by people, events and situations in our lives. How have these influences shaped who you are today? 

Please submit your video essay via WeTransfer, addressed to the admissions team of your campus of choice. 

The admissions team on your chosen campus will explain how to submit these documents during your one-to-one assessment. If the documents are not in English, they should be sent with a certified English translation. 

• One completed application form (if the application was not filled in online) 
• One certified copy of high school diploma* and transcripts  
• Proof of English level: TOEFL score 80/4 (as of Jan 2026) (internet-based), 213 (computer-based); IELTS 6.0; B2+ CEFR; native English speaker or equivalent. 
• Two letters of recommendation. These letters should come from academic advisors who are familiar with your academic performance. 
• A written or video essay (see below)  
• An electronic passport photo or 3 printed passport-size photos 
• One copy of valid passport or ID card 
• One bank certificate or letter certifying the applicant's financial solvency 
• €/CHF 200 non-refundable application fee. Please provide a money order, check or receipt for a bank transfer payable to EU. 

You’ll find information regarding our tuition fees here and our academic calendars (including the program start dates) here. 

*Diplomas accepted: 

• Leaving Certificate: Under the new Common Points Scale for Leaving Certificate 2017, applicants must obtain a minimum of 2 H5s and 4 O6/H7s, to include Mathematics and English or another language or equivalent. 
• FETAC: A full FETAC award at Level 5 on the NFQ and which includes a Distinction grade in at least three modules. A full FETAC award normally consists of eight modules. A record of achievement/component certificate does not meet minimum entry standards. FETAC Level 5 awards will be accepted in any discipline. 
• A-Levels/GCSE: Minimum of four GCSE passes at grade C to include Mathematics and English or another language, plus two A-level passes at grade C or higher. 
• IB: IB Diploma with minimum of 24 points 
• BTEC: Minimum of a BTEC National Diploma in a cognate area. 

 
German and other European Union applicants 
All European (EU) nationals are classified as standard applicants. Standard applications are classified as those who meet minimum entry requirements for programs and are assessed on the basis of education qualifications, i.e. School Leaving Certificate results. Students from Germany need to provide a German School Leaving Certificate (Abutur/ Zeugnis der Allgemein Hochschulreife) with a minimum of 6 subjects (2 with 6 on Intensive subjects and 4 with 4 on Standard subjects). The program requires a minimum of 4 in Standard level (Abitur) in Mathematics. Applicants also need to have 11 in English at a Standard subject or 9 in English at an Intensive subject. 

 
Mature 
All EU nationals aged 23 years before 1st of January in the year of application are classified as ‘mature applicants’. Mature learners can apply directly to the college and will be assessed on basis of age, work experience and educational attainment as outlined in the DBS Quality Assurance Handbook (QAH). 

The admissions team on your chosen campus will explain how to submit these documents during your one-to-one assessment. If the documents are not in English, they should be sent with a certified English translation. 

• One completed application form (if the application was not filled in online) 
• One certified copy of high school diploma and transcripts 
• Proof of English level: Minimum IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component; native speaker of English or equivalent. For other English tests, please contact the EU Barcelona admissions team at admissionsservices.bcn@euruni.edu. 
• Two letters of recommendation. These letters should come from academic advisors who are familiar with your academic performance. 
• A written or video essay (see below)  
• An electronic passport photo or 3 printed passport-size photos 
• One copy of valid passport or ID card 
• One bank certificate or letter certifying the applicant's financial solvency 
• €/CHF 200 non-refundable application fee. Please provide a money order, check or receipt for a bank transfer payable to EU. 

You’ll find information regarding our tuition fees here and our academic calendars (including the program start dates) here. 

Please write an essay (approximately 500 words) or record a 1-2 minute video essay to include in your application package. This will help the EU Admissions Committee get to know you and what motivates you and determine how well you express yourself. The essay will be evaluated on clarity, creativity, completeness of response, sentence structure, spelling, grammar and style. 

The essay should be on one of the following topics: 

• Tell us about the most challenging team experience you have had to date. What role did you play? What did you learn? 
• Please describe a personal failure that has impacted your life and what you learned from it. 
• What achievement are you most proud of (studies, sports, professional life, etc.)? 
• If you were to imagine an entirely different life from the one you lead, how would you envision it? 
• All of us have been influenced by people, events and situations in our lives. How have these influences shaped who you are today? 

Please submit your video essay via WeTransfer, addressed to the admissions team of your campus of choice. 

The admissions team on your chosen campus will explain how to submit these documents during your one-to-one assessment. If the documents are not in English, they should be sent with a certified English translation. 

• One completed application form (if the application was not filled in online) 
• One certified copy of bachelor’s degree and transcripts; or equivalent. Transcripts are considered official if they bear an official university stamp and the signature of the dean. They should also include the university’s contact information. Records must list the subjects taken, grades earned or examination results in each subject and include certificates or diplomas. 

• Applicants must also meet one of the following:  
  - A GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale  
  - A satisfactory score on the GMAT or GRE
  - An interview with the academic dean

• Proof of English level: TOEFL score 93/4.5 (as of Jan 2026) (internet-based), 238 (computer-based); IELTS 6.5; CAE C1 with a minimum score of 176; minimum PTE-A of 59; native speaker of English or equivalent. 
• Two letters of recommendation. These letters should come from academic advisors who are familiar with your academic performance. If you have been out of the academic world for a while, please submit two letters from employers and/or managers who are familiar with your work ethic, ability and leadership skills. 
• A copy of your CV/résumé
• A written or video essay (see below)  
• An electronic passport photo or 3 printed passport-size photos 
• One copy of valid passport or ID card 
• One bank certificate or letter certifying the applicant's financial solvency 
• €/CHF 200 non-refundable application fee. Please provide a money order, check or receipt for a bank transfer payable to EU. 

You’ll find information regarding our tuition fees here and our academic calendars (including the program start dates) here. 

Please write an essay (approximately 500 words) or record a 1-2 minute video essay to include in your application package. This will help the EU Admissions Committee get to know you and what motivates you and determine how well you express yourself. The essay will be evaluated on clarity, creativity, completeness of response, sentence structure, spelling, grammar and style. 

The essay should be on one of the following topics: 

• Tell us about the most challenging team experience you have had to date. What role did you play? What did you learn? 
• Please describe a personal failure that has impacted your life and what you learned from it. 
• What achievement are you most proud of (studies, sports, professional life, etc.)? 
• If you were to imagine an entirely different life from the one you lead, how would you envision it? 
• All of us have been influenced by people, events and situations in our lives. How have these influences shaped who you are today? 

Please submit your video essay via WeTransfer, addressed to the admissions team of your campus of choice. 

The admissions team on your chosen campus will explain how to submit these documents during your one-to-one assessment. If the documents are not in English, they should be sent with a certified English translation. 

• One completed application form (if the application was not filled in online) 
• One certified copy of 2:2 Honors degree (minimum) from a UK or recognized international university or another equivalent international qualification and transcripts* OR  
• An acceptable professional qualification equivalent such as the CMI, CIM, ACCA, CIMA, at level 6 or above 

*Transcripts are considered official if they bear an official university stamp and the signature of the dean. They should also include the university’s contact information. Records must list the subjects taken, grades earned or examination results in each subject and include certificates or diplomas. 

• Proof of English level: TOEFL score 93/4.5 (as of Jan 2026) (internet-based), 238 (computer-based); IELTS 6.5 with at least a 5.5 minimum in each section; IELTS 6.5 with at least a 5.5 minimum in each section; CAE C1 with a minimum score of 176; minimum PTE-A of 59; native speaker of English or equivalent. 
• One copy of CV/résumé 
• Two letters of recommendation. These letters should come from academic advisors who are familiar with your academic performance. If you have been out of the academic world for a while, please submit two letters from employers and/or managers who are familiar with your work ethic, ability and leadership skills. 
• A written or video essay (see below)  
• An electronic passport photo or 3 printed passport-size photos 
• One copy of valid passport or ID card 
• One bank certificate or letter certifying the applicant's financial solvency 
• €/CHF 200 non-refundable application fee. Please provide a money order, check or receipt for a bank transfer payable to EU. 

Please write an essay (approximately 500 words) or record a 1-2 minute video essay to include in your application package. This will help the EU Admissions Committee get to know you and what motivates you and determine how well you express yourself. The essay will be evaluated on clarity, creativity, completeness of response, sentence structure, spelling, grammar and style. 

The essay should be on one of the following topics: 

• Tell us about the most challenging team experience you have had to date. What role did you play? What did you learn? 
• Please describe a personal failure that has impacted your life and what you learned from it. 
• What achievement are you most proud of (studies, sports, professional life, etc.)? 
• If you were to imagine an entirely different life from the one you lead, how would you envision it? 
• All of us have been influenced by people, events and situations in our lives. How have these influences shaped who you are today? 

Please submit your video essay via WeTransfer, addressed to the admissions team of your campus of choice. 

The admissions team on your chosen campus will explain how to submit these documents during your one-to-one assessment. If the documents are not in English, they should be sent with a certified English translation. 

• One completed application form (if the application was not filled in online) 
• MBA on Barcelona campus: 
  • One certified copy of 2:2 Honors degree (minimum) from a UK or recognized international university or another equivalent international qualification and transcripts* OR 
  • One certified copy of an acceptable professional qualification equivalent such as the CMI, CIM, ACCA, CIMA, at level 6 or above 
• MBA on Geneva, Munich and Digital campuses: 

  • One certified copy of bachelor’s degree and transcripts*; or equivalent.  

*Transcripts are considered official if they bear an official university stamp and the signature of the dean. They should also include the university’s contact information. Records must list the subjects taken, grades earned or examination results in each subject and include certificates or diplomas. 

• Proof of English level:  

MBA on Barcelona campus: 

• TTOEFL score 93/4.5 (as of Jan 2026) (internet-based), 238 (computer-based); IELTS 6.5; CAE C1 with at least a 5.5 minimum in each section; minimum PTE-A of 59; native speaker of English or equivalent. 

MBA on Geneva, Munich and Digital campuses: 

• TOEFL score 93/4.5 (as of Jan 2026) (internet-based), 238 (computer-based); IELTS 6.5; CAE C1 with a minimum score of 176; minimum PTE-A of 59; native speaker of English or equivalent. 

• One copy of CV/résumé 

• Two letters of recommendation. These letters should come from academic advisors who are familiar with your academic performance. If you have been out of the academic world for a while, please submit two letters from employers and/or managers who are familiar with your work ethic, ability and leadership skills. 

• A written or video essay (see below)  

• An electronic passport photo or 3 printed passport-size photos 

• One copy of valid passport or ID card 

• One bank certificate or letter certifying the applicant's financial solvency 

• €/CHF 200 non-refundable application fee. Please provide a money order, check or receipt for a bank transfer payable to EU. 

Please write an essay (approximately 500 words) or record a 1-2 minute video essay to include in your application package. This will help the EU Admissions Committee get to know you and what motivates you and determine how well you express yourself. The essay will be evaluated on clarity, creativity, completeness of response, sentence structure, spelling, grammar and style. 

The essay should be on one of the following topics: 

• Tell us about the most challenging team experience you have had to date. What role did you play? What did you learn? 
• Please describe a personal failure that has impacted your life and what you learned from it. 
• What achievement are you most proud of (studies, sports, professional life, etc.)? 
• If you were to imagine an entirely different life from the one you lead, how would you envision it? 
• All of us have been influenced by people, events and situations in our lives. How have these influences shaped who you are today? 

Please submit your video essay via WeTransfer, addressed to the admissions team of your campus of choice. 

The admissions team on Geneva campus will explain how to submit these documents. If the documents are not in English, they should be sent with a certified English translation. 

• One completed application form (if the application was not filled in online) 
• One certified copy of master's degree and transcripts; or equivalent. Transcripts are considered official if they bear an official university stamp and the signature of the dean. They should also include the university’s contact information. Records must list the subjects taken, grades earned or examination results in each subject and include certificates or diplomas. 
• Proof of English level: Minimum TOEFL score 101/5 (as of Jan 2026) (internet-based), 252 (computer-based); IELTS 7.0; CAE C1 with a minimum score of 190; native speaker of English or equivalent.   
• Two letters of recommendation. These letters should come from academic advisors who are familiar with your academic performance. If you have been out of the academic world for a while, please submit two letters from employers and/or managers who are familiar with your work ethic, ability and leadership skills. 
• One research proposal stating your reasons for pursuing a DBA and your research interests; should be 3-5 pages in length  
• An electronic passport photo or 3 printed passport-size photos 
• One copy of valid passport or ID card 
• One bank certificate or letter certifying the applicant's financial solvency. 
• €/CHF 200 non-refundable application fee. Please provide a money order, check or receipt for a bank transfer payable to EU. 

You’ll find information regarding our tuition fees here and our academic calendars (including the program start dates) here.