Begin your journey to business school by considering what you want to get out of an MBA. Maybe you want to immerse yourself in a full-time program. Or maybe the flexibility to work and take classes is the better choice. No matter what you choose, you’ll come away a Kellogg leader, ready to drive the next evolution in business.
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Applying to a Kellogg MBA program
Take our quiz to see which one is right for you.
Typical career experience
No professional work experience at time of application
- An undergraduate in your last year of school
- Looking to secure your spot in a top MBA program while you get a few years of professional work experience
Upcoming deadlines
April 23, 2025
Decision dates
June 25, 2025
Typical career experience
3-7 years of full-time work or military service
Ideal if you are...
- Looking for an immersive, full-time experience while switching or accelerating your career
Upcoming deadlines
Round 1: Sept. 11, 2024
Round 2: Jan. 8, 2025
Round 3: April 2, 2025
Decision dates
Round 1: Dec. 11, 2024
Round 2: March 26, 2025
Round 3: May 14, 2025
Typical career experience
3-10 years* of full-time work or military service
*represents mid-80% range
Ideal if you are...
- Looking to advance your current career path, launch a new business or pivot careers all while working and taking courses at your own pace
Winter: Sept. 25, 2024
Spring: Jan. 8, 2025
Summer: March 26, 2025
Fall: June 4, 2025
Decision dates
Most applicants can expect to receive a decision within 6-8 weeks after applying.
Typical career experience
10-23 years* of full-time work or military service with the ability to demonstrate career growth
*represents mid-80% range
Ideal if you are...
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An experienced professional looking to deepen your strategic thinking while amplifying, shifting or launching the next phase of your career
Upcoming deadlines
Jan. 29, 2025
April 2, 2025
June 4, 2025*
Aug. 13, 2025
Oct. 1, 2025**
* Last deadline to apply for Fall 2025 start
** Last deadline to apply for Winter 2026 start
Decision dates
Candidates are admitted on a rolling basis and will be notified once a decision has been made.
Qualities we value in Kellogg candidates
Work experience, test scores and GPA are important parts of every application, but they aren’t everything. We take many more things into account, including your values, goals, interpersonal skills, leadership qualities and the impact you’ve had on your organization.
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Doctoral admissions
Undergraduate Certificate Admissions
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Maximizing your financial aid options
There’s more than one way to finance your MBA. In fact, did you know that more than 60% of students* have benefited from some form of financial aid? Our team of experts are here to help you navigate a range of options and processes.
Financial aid experts
You can connect with specialists in every program to help you find and understand how to apply for the best finance options for your education.
*Full-Time Program only
