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 degree program
Our variety of programs to help you achieve your goals in the format that works best for you. Take our quiz to see which one is right for you.
Typical career experience
0-2 years of full-time work experience
- A soon-to-be or recent graduate with a background in liberal arts, economics or STEM looking to build a strong foundation in business in 10 months
Upcoming deadlines
Round 1: Oct. 9, 2024
Round 2: Jan. 15, 2025
Round 3: April 9, 2025
Round 4: May 21, 2025
Decision dates
Round 1: Dec. 4, 2024
Round 2: March 5, 2025
Round 3: May 14, 2025
Round 4: June 11, 2025
*Rounds 3 and 4 are reserved only for candidates that will not require a visa to attend Kellogg.
Typical career experience
3-7 years of full-time work or military service
Or, for applicants with no work experience, check out Kellogg Future Leaders, our deferred enrollment option.
Ideal if you are...
- Looking for an immersive, full-time experience while switching or accelerating your career
Upcoming deadlines
Round 1: Sept. 10, 2025
Round 2: Jan. 7, 2026
Round 3: April 1, 2026
Decision dates
Round 1: Dec. 10, 2025
Round 2: March 25, 2026
Round 3: May 13, 2026
Typical career experience
3-9 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
Upcoming deadlines
Fall: June 4, 2025
Winter: Sept. 24, 2025
Spring: Jan. 7, 2026
Summer: March 25, 2026
Decision dates
Most applicants can expect to receive a decision within 2-6 weeks after applying.
Typical career experience
9-23 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. 25, 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.
Apply to other Kellogg offerings
Doctoral admissions
Kellogg Future Leaders
Undergraduate Certificate Admissions
Executive Education
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
