The following admissions requirements outline the academic preparation, recommended qualifications, and application process for the Master of Science in Hospitality Management at Cal Poly Pomona.

1. Fill out and pay the application fee ($70) through CSU Apply online portal.
2. For International students, please visit the Graduate Requirements page. 
3. Recommended qualifications:
   1. A bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or closely related disciplines with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 (Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in other disciplines are also eligible for the MSHM.*)
   2. At least one year of experience in hospitality management is recommended.

General Requirements

The Master of Science in Hospitality Management (MSHM) curriculum requires a minimum of 36 semester units. Students have the option to pursue a thesis track or a professional track. A 2024 sample study plan (PDF) is available to show students a recommended course sequence.

Elective courses must be selected from an approved list of hospitality electives. No more than 6 elective units may be transferred from another hospitality graduate institution or petitioned by an undergraduate student. A grade-point average of B (3.0) or better must be maintained in all graduate-level coursework taken at the university.

The candidate must be enrolled in the university during the quarter of graduation. In addition, each MSHM candidate is responsible for satisfying all university requirements specified elsewhere in the university catalog.

International Applicants Only:

• English language proficiency (if required): Please visit the International Graduate Requirements page.
• A copy of picture page of passport.
• Fill out the  Affidavit of Financial Support (PDF)
• Fill out the  Health Insurance Agreement Form (PDF)

*  Some prerequisites may be required based on undergraduate studies and hospitality/tourism industry backgrounds.