Top In-Person MBA Events to Check Out in August 2025

An essential part of the process when you apply for an MBA is events. On or off campus, formal or informal, in-person MBA admission events are opportunities for applicants to connect with current students and alumni, sit in on classes, meet the admissions team, and take campus tours. With the application season in full swing, schools are ramping up their event calendars for prospective students. Here’s what’s coming for the month of August.

Why Attend MBA Events?

More than just another step in the process you want to check off your list, this is where you can assess for yourself whether a school or program is the right fit for you and will set you on the career path you really want. This is where you’re going to get your questions answered, network with other potential members of your cohort and recently graduated professionals, understand the program structure, and get a feel for the school culture.

It’s also an opportunity to make an impression on the admissions committee. Unlike online application workshops and program webinars, in-person MBA events allow applicants to be observed interacting and socializing. You’ll be expected to actively engage with the presentation and other attendees.

What to Expect at an MBA Event

Most schools hold a variety of MBA admissions events to accommodate the availability of all prospective applicants and reach a more diverse applicant pool. Some are more structured than others. Review the event description carefully. Some events are targeted at specific demographics or industries, and at certain times during the academic year, schools may restrict certain events to those who have submitted an application or been admitted.

Regularly scheduled campus visits are generally based around tours and may also include mock classes or class visits, student panels, a lunch or other more informal social gathering, and Q&As with the admissions team. These are good opportunities to get application tips, and some campus visits also include application workshops..

An MBA Fair is a large convention-style event where multiple schools are on hand, catering to prospective students still deciding which programs to apply to. Similar to a job fair for business schools, some of these will also have industry-leading companies and independent academic organizations in attendance. Big international MBA fairs are ongoing as application season progresses. See our list at the bottom of this month’s post.

Off-campus MBA events are often held in major cities and tend to be less formal. Here, you’ll be able to socialize with local alumni and get more insight into the school’s career services and the alumni community.

MBA admission events are generally not for walk-ins and are limited in group size. You must register for these events. Pay careful attention to the registration details, as the form will often ask for specifics about your career and program interests and present several class visit options to tailor your experience.

Regardless of how casual the MBA event you plan to attend appears, these events are rigorously organized, and you must adhere to what may be a strict program schedule. Your ability to be prompt and professional says a lot about you as an applicant.

August 2025 MBA Events

Some schools have not begun scheduling campus visits and admissions events, so be sure to check their calendars for updates in the coming weeks and months.

But First…Clear Admit’s MBA Webinar Series

On August 5 at 12pm ET, Clear Admit and Carnegie Mellon present Want to Be a Product Manager? Choose the Right Degree for Your Journey, a webinar designed to help prospective project managers choose the right degree path. Learn more and register here!

On August 7 at 10 am ET (7 am PT), Clear Admit and Leland are partnering for an exclusive virtual session designed to help prospective MBA students applying to the most competitive programs in the world: Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, Booth, Kellogg, Columbia, and MIT Sloan. Learn more and register here.

Click on the following list to jump to your target school’s in-person events coming this month:

Berkeley Haas

Information Session
Santiago, Chile
August 4, 2025
Haas staff will be on hand at Accenture for an admissions presentation, Q&A, alumni panel, and networking opportunity. The program begins at 7:30pm and runs until 9:30pm.

Information Session
Taipei
August 6, 2025
Haas staff will be on hand at the Regent Taipei, VIP Room 1 for an admissions presentation, Q&A, alumni panel, and networking opportunity. The program begins at 6:30pm and runs until 9pm.

Meet up
Hong Kong
August 7, 2025
Haas Senior Associate Director of Full-Time MBA Admissions, Nicole Faherty, will be hosting a casual group chat and networking session at JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong from 11am to 1pm. Please note this is a small group setting where you will get to meet with Nicole for 20 minutes in groups of about four people or less. Bring your questions!

Meet up
Lima, Peru
August 8, 2025
Haas Associate Director of Full-Time MBA Admissions, Andrea Brougher, will be hosting a casual group chat and networking session at JW Marriott Hotel Lima from 11am to 1pm. Please note this is a small group setting where you will get to meet with Andrea for 20 minutes in groups of about four people or less. Bring your questions!

Information Session
San Paolo, Brazil
August 8, 2025
Haas staff will be on hand at the Galapagos Capital for an admissions presentation, Q&A, alumni panel, and networking opportunity. The program begins at 6:30pm and runs until 9pm.

Meet Up
Bogota, Columbia
August 11, 2025
Haas Associate Director of Full-Time MBA Admissions, Andrea Brougher, will be hosting a casual group chat and networking session at Libertario Coffee Roasters from 11am to 1pm. Please note this is a small group setting where you will get to meet with Andrea for 20 minutes in groups of about four people or less. Bring your questions!

Meet Up
Beijing, China
August 13, 2025
Haas Senior Associate Director of Full-Time MBA Admissions, Nicole Faherty, will be hosting a casual group chat and networking session at The Peninsula Beijing from 10am to 12pm. Please note this is a small group setting where you will get to meet with Nicole for 20 minutes in groups of about four people or less. Bring your questions!

Meet Up
San Diego, CA
August 21, 2025
Haas Senior Associate Director of Full-Time MBA Admissions, Cindy Millette, will be hosting a casual group chat and networking session at Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego from 10am to 12pm. Please note this is a small group setting where you will get to meet with Cindy for 20 minutes in groups of about four people or less. Bring your questions!

Chicago Booth

Chicago Booth Information Session
Jakarta, Indonesia
August 2, 2025
Admissions staff and Booth alumni will be on hand at Park Hyatt Jakarta for an overview of the program and a conversation about the school’s culture and approach to management education. Event is scheduled from 10am to noon.

Chicago Booth Information Session
Tokyo, Japan
August 4, 2025
Admissions staff and Booth alumni will be on hand at Shangri-La Tokyo for an overview of the program and a conversation about the school’s culture and approach to management education. Event is scheduled from 7pm to 9pm.

Experience Booth: Leading in Action
Chicago, IL
August 7, 2025
Join leaders in the student community and alumni at the Gleacher Conference Center for a panel designed for prospective students of the Full-Time, Evening, Weekend, and Executive MBA program and learn more about Booth’s LEAD (Leadership Exploration and Development) program. Event is scheduled from 6 to 8pm.

Chicago Booth Information Session
San Paolo, Brazil
August 18, 2025
Admissions staff and Booth alumni will be on hand at Galapagos Capital for an overview of the program and a conversation about the school’s culture and approach to management education. Event is scheduled from 7pm to 9pm.

Chicago Booth Information Session
Santiago, Chile
August 19, 2025
Admissions staff and Booth alumni will be on hand at The Ritz-Carlton for an overview of the program and a conversation about the school’s culture and approach to management education. Event is scheduled from 7pm to 9pm.

Columbia Business School

MBA Campus Visit
New York, New York
August 4, August 7, August 11, August 14
Visit the Columbia Business School campus and meet admissions staff, chat with current students, and get your questions answered. Times vary by date; tours are one-to-two hours in length.

Duke Fuqua

Diverse Perspectives
August 7, Charlotte, NC; August 14, Durham NC; August 20, Chicago, IL; August 25, Miami, FL; August 27, Atlanta, GA;
Join Fuqua Admissions, recent alumni, and current students for a discussion on diversit at Fuqua. Hear from clubs and organizations representing first-generation students, women, veterans, Black students, Latinx students, and LGBTQ+ students. All events are scheduled from 6:30 to 8:30pm

Boots to B-School
August 8, Denver, CO; August 16, Southern Pines, NC; August 22, San Diego, CA
Join members of the Duke Armed Forces Association (DAFA) for a networking social to learn more about Fuqua’s MBA programs and successfully transitioning to professional civilian life. Times vary by location, and events are two hours.

Daytime MBA Coffee Chat in Chengdu
Chengdu, China
August 9, 2025
East Asia Regional Director Jodie Zhu (MBA’13) will be joined by current students and alumni at Renaissance Chengdu Hotel for a conversation over coffee about the student experience, career resources, and the admissions process. Scheduled for 2:30 to 4:30pm.

Harvard Business School

MBA Program Open House
August 1; August 8; August 15; August 22
Join the HBS MBA Admissions team for a campus tour and MBA Program information session. Make sure you review the MBA Application Process beforehand and bring your questions. Open houses are scheduled for 1 to 2:30pm; check-in begins at 12:30.

HBS Information Sessions
August 11, São Paulo; August 13, Buenos Aires; August 14, Santiago
Designed for prospective applications, meet HBS staff for an information session about the MBA Program and an opportunity to meet local alumni. Check-in begins at 6:30 PM, and programming starts at 7:00pm

London Business School

Campus Tour with the MBA Recruitment and Admissions Team
London
August 7, 2025
Tour the campus with LBS admissions and recruitment staff and student ambassadors from 2 to 2:45pm.

MBA Open Day
London
August 9, 2025
Meet admissions and recruitment staff, faculty, alumni, and representatives from the Career Centre to learn about the MBA programs, get your questions answered, and do some networking. This event offers virtual attendance and is schedule from 9am to 4pm.

Coffee Chats
Lima, August 11 and 12; Washington, D.C., August 12; Boston, MA August 13; Bogota August 13 and 14; Los Angeles, CA, August 18; Mexico City, August 18; San Francisco, CA, August 20; Chicago, IL, August 21; Toronto, August 25; Seoul, August 28; Seoul, August 29;
LBS Staff are offering one-on-one opportunities to discuss your goals, career aspirations, and the admissions process. After registration, send your CV, the city, and your preferred time and they will confirm your appointment and send you the location via email. Chats are scheduled from 9am to 5pm.

Meet LBS
Lima, August 11; Bogota August 14; Mexico City, August 18; Tokyo, August 30;
A showcase for prospective students to connect with the Recruitment & Admissions team and network with local alumni. Times vary by city; event is two and a half hours in length.

Michigan Ross

Michigan Ross FTMBA Asia Tour
August 1, Taipei; August 4, Jakarta; August 9, Beijing; August 11, Shanghai
Michigan Ross admissions team members present an overview of the program and application process, while attendees have an opportunity to network with Ross alumni and/or current students. Times Vary by location, events run for two hours.

Full-Time MBA Café Chats
Current and recently graduated Ross full-time MBA students are available nationwide through August for a Cafe Chat: a small, informal chat where you can get your questions answered about curriculum, student life, recruiting, Ann Arbor, etc. Chats can be virtual if students are not available in your area.

Michigan Ross FTMBA Campus Visit
Ann Arbor, MI
August 29, 2025
Your visit to campus includes a guided tour, lunch with current students, and a Q&A with the admissions team. Agenda is scheduled from 10:30am to 2:45pm.

MIT Sloan

MIT Sloan Specialized Masters Coffee Chat
Washington, D.C.
August 5, 2025
MIT Sloan admissions team members will be on hand to answer questions about the Master of Finance (MFin), Master of Business Analytics (MBAn), and MBA Early Admission programs. They’ll provide the coffee, you come with your questions. Location TBA; event is scheduled for 4 to 5pm

MIT Sloan on the Road
August 5, Washington D.C.; August 6, New York City, NY;
MIT Sloan admissions representatives and local alumni share tips to get through the application process and their experiences in the two-year MBA, dual-degree Leaders for Global Operations (LGO), and MIT Sloan Fellows MBA (SFMBA) for mid-career professionals. Event runs from 6:30 to 8:30pm.

MIT Sloan at Home
Cambridge, MA
August 20, 2025
Meet Sloan admissions representatives and local alumni at the MIT Welcome Center to lean about the two-year MBA, dual-degree Leaders for Global Operations (LGO), and MIT Sloan Fellows MBA (SFMBA) for mid-career professionals. A networking reception provides the opportunity to connect with alumni and MIT community members. Event is scheduled for 6:30 to 8:30pm.

Northwestern Kellogg

Kellogg in Mexico City: Full-Time MBA Faculty Masterclass + Networking
Mexico City
August 14, 2025
Come to Bain and Company at Cuajimalpa De Morelos and get a feel for the Kellogg classroom as a faculty member leads a masterclass demonstrating the academic experience and teaching approach. After class, chat with alumni and admissions officers at a networking reception. Light food and beverages will be served; business casual attire is recommended. Event is scheduled for 6 to 8pm.

NYU Stern

Stern MBA Visit: Information Session, Tour, and Q & A
New York, NY
Select Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays in August.
Learn about Stern’s Full-time and Focused MBA programs, get a guided tour, and gain insights on the student experience and career resources. Sessions take place 4:30 to 6pm; Saturday visit is at 1pm.

Coffee Chat with MBA Admissions Assistant Director, Marissa Hernandez-Suominen
Seoul, South Korea
August 2, 2025
Join Marissa Hernandez-Suominen at 10000LAB COFFEE for an informal conversation and an opportunity to get your questions answered. Event is from 8:30 to 9:30am

Coffee Chat with MBA Admissions Assistant Director, Marissa Hernandez-Suominen
Taipei, Taiwan
August 5, 2025
Join Marissa Hernandez-Suominen at Dreamers Coffee Roasters for an informal conversation and an opportunity to get your questions answered. Event is from 9 to 10am.

Coffee Chat with MBA Admissions Assistant Director, Marissa Hernandez-Suominen
Hong Kong
August 7, 2025
Join Marissa Hernandez-Suominen at Blue Bottle Coffee for an informal conversation and an opportunity to get your questions answered. Event is from 9 to 10am.

Coffee Chat with MBA Admissions Director, Jessica Keating
Washington, D.C.
August 15, 2025
Join Jessica Keating at Tatte Bakery & Cafe for an informal conversation and an opportunity to get your questions answered. Event is from 8:15 to 9:15am.

Coffee Chat with MBA Senior Associate Admissions Director, Catherine DiMarzo
Boston, MA
August 15, 2025
Join Catherine DiMarzo at Caffè Nero for an informal conversation and an opportunity to get your questions answered. Event is from 9 to 10am

Coffee Chat with MBA Admissions Executive Director, Lindsay Loyd
Los Angeles, CA
August 18, 2025
Join Lindsay Loyd at Ministry of Coffee for an informal conversation and an opportunity to get your questions answered. Event is from 9 to 10am.

Coffee Chat with MBA Admissions Executive Director, Lindsay Loyd
San Francisco, CA
August 19, 2025
Join Lindsay Loyd at Blue Bottle Coffee for an informal conversation and an opportunity to get your questions answered. Event is from 1 to 2pm.

Coffee Chat with MBA Admissions Executive Director, Lindsay Loyd
Seattle WA
August 21, 2025
Join Lindsay Loyd at Poindexter Coffee for an informal conversation and an opportunity to get your questions answered. Event is from 9 to 10am

SMU Cox

Campus Visit and Class
Dallas, TX
August 5, 6, and 7
Schedule a class visit to join a current Cox student and experience a live class in its entirety. Note your program interests at registration, as class subjects can vary and admissions will try to match you to your preferences. Campus visits include a visit to the admissions office, viewing half a live class, a tour, and a Q&A. Attendees can elect for an option lunch or coffee chat with a current student.

Stanford GSB

MBA/MSx Information Session
Mexico City, August 4; Bogotá, August 7; Tokyo, August 18; Singapore, August 25; New York, NY, August 28
Get an overview of both the Stanford MBA Program and the Stanford MSx Program for experienced leaders, followed by a panel discussion featuring the perspectives of alumni from both programs. There will also be time for a Q&A. Events run 7 to 9pm.

MBA Information Session (Women’s Perspectives)
Mexico City, August 5; São Paulo, August 13; Seoul, August 22; Singapore, August 26
Get an overview of the Stanford MBA Program from an admissions officer, and then hear the perspectives of women who have graduated from the program. You’ll also learn about the admissions process and have time to ask questions. All prospective students are welcome to register for this event. Events are all scheduled 7 to 9pm

MBA Information Session
Chicago, IL, August 7; Vancouver, August 18; Toronto, August 20
Get an overview of the Stanford GSB MBA program from an admissions officer, and then hear from local alumni. You’ll also learn about the admissions process and have time to ask questions.

UCLA Anderson

Authentically Anderson: Summer Campus Visit
Los Angeles, CA
August 5, 2025
Anderson’s Summer Campus Visits may include group information sessions, class visits, coffee chats, or other on-campus activities. You’re required to choose one or more to register for the event. Times vary based on your selection.

The Wharton School

Wharton JD/MBA and Lauder MA/MBA Alumni Panel and Networking Session
New York, NY
August 6, 2025
Attend a joint information session at the Penn Club of New York, covering the Wharton JD/MBA and the Lauder MA/MBA programs. Meet members of the admissions team and alumni in a networking session following the presentations and panels. Event is from 6:30 to 8pm.

Alumni-Hosted MBA Information Session
Taipei, Taiwan
August 6, 2025
The Wharton Alumni Club of Taiwan meets at Taipei New Horizon for an informational and networking session on the MBA program. Event runs from 7 to 9:30pm.

Wharton JD/MBA and Lauder MA/MBA Alumni Panel and Networking Session
Washington, D.C.
August 7, 2025
Attend a joint information session at Penn Washington, covering the Wharton JD/MBA and the Lauder MA/MBA programs. Meet members of the admissions team and alumni in a networking session following the presentations and panels. Event is from 6:30 to 8pm.

Wharton Full-Time and Executive MBA Alumni Panel & Networking Session
Washington, D.C.
August 12, 2025
Join Local alumni and admissions representatives for both Wharton’s Full-Time MBA and MBA for Executives program at Convene Hamilton Square from 6 to 8pm.

Lauder Coffee Chat with Kenric Tsethlikai
Chicago, IL
August 14, 2025
Join Kenric Tsethlikai, Managing Director at The Lauder Institute, at Starbucks for an in-person coffee chat to learn more about the Lauder joint-degree program, which combines a Wharton MBA with a Master’s in International Studies from Penn’s School of Arts & Sciences. Scheduled from 4:30 to 6:15pm.

Wharton Full-Time and Executive MBA Alumni Panel & Networking Session
Chicago, IL
August 14, 2025
Join Local alumni and admissions representatives for both Wharton’s Full-Time MBA and MBA for Executives program at Convene 311 W Monroe from 6 to 8pm.

UT Austin McCombs

Group Chats with McCombs Full-Time MBA Admissions
Los Angeles, CA, August 1; San Diego, CA, August 2; Atlanta, GA, August 11; Mexico City, August 12; Mexico City, August 13; Monterrey, MX, August 13; Monterrey, MX, August 14; Chicago, IL, August 22; Seoul, South Korea, August 28; Tokyo, Japan, August 31
Join Admissions staff for an in-person group chat. It’s recommended that attendees attend or watch a pre-recorded virtual information session beforehand. Times vary by city and location.

UVA Darden

Full-Time MBA Coffee Chat
Seoul, South Korea
August 3, 2025
Join Doris Cao (Director of East Asia Initiatives, UVA Darden) at The Westin Josun Seoulfor a small-group, casual conversation where you can learn about the MBA program and meet other prospective students in the Seoul area. Scheduled from 1 to 2pm.

Full-Time MBA Coffee Chat
Hong Kong
August 8, 2025
Join Doris Cao (Director of East Asia Initiatives) at JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong for a small-group, casual conversation where you can learn about the MBA program and meet other prospective students in the Seoul area. Scheduled from 12 to 1pm.

Friday Chat and Tour
Charlottesville, VA
August 8, 2025
Join a member of the Admissions Committee for a small group chat and a tour of campus. Come prepared with your questions. Tour is from 9:30 to 10:15am.

Full-Time MBA Coffee Chat
Shanghai, China
August 16, 2025
Join Doris Cao (Director of East Asia Initiatives) at UVA China Office for a small-group, casual conversation where you can learn about the MBA program and meet other prospective students in the Seoul area. Scheduled from 1 to 3pm.

Full-Time MBA Coffee Chat
Beijing, China
August 22, 2025
Join Doris Cao (Director of East Asia Initiatives) at JW Marriott Hotel Beijing for a small-group, casual conversation where you can learn about the MBA program and meet other prospective students in the Seoul area. Scheduled from 7 to 9pm.

Yale SOM

Yale SOM Seoul Reception
Seoul, South Korea
August 4, 2025
Join Yale SOM senior associate director of admissions Amber Walsh, at Andaz Seoul Gangnam by Hyatt for an MBA program and application overview. Enjoy appetizers and drinks while networking with fellow attendees. Scheduled from 7 to 8:30pm.

Tel Aviv Summer Social
Tel Aviv, Israel
August 7, 2025
Enjoy a small, casual gathering at the Tasting Room to connect with alumni and learn about the MBA program. Event runs from 7 to 8:30pm.

Yale School of Management Campus Visit
New Haven, CT
August 8, 2025
Tour the campus and get your admissions questions answered by an Admissions Officer. Scheduled from 1 to 4:15pm.

Bangalore Summer Social
Bangalore, India
August 13, 2025
Enjoy a small, casual gathering hosted by current Yale SOM students at Biergarten Brewery & Kitchen. Connect with and learn about the Yale SOM community. Scheduled from 5 to 7pm.

Toronto Summer Social
Toronto, CA
August 14, 2025
Enjoy a small, casual gathering hosted by current Yale SOM students at CRAFT Beer Market Toronto. Connect with and learn about the Yale SOM community. Scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30pm.

Yale School of Management Campus Visit
New Haven, CT
August 22, 2025
Tour the campus and get your admissions questions answered by an Admissions Officer. Scheduled from 1 to 4:15pm.

MBA Fairs, Tours, and Festivals

The MBA Tour

Seoul, South Korea, August 2; Santiago Chile, August 5; ; Taipei, August 5; San Paolo, Brazil, August 7; Hong Kong, August 7; Lima Peru, August 9 ; Shanghai, August 9 ; Bogota, Colombia, August 12; Beijing, August 12; Monterrey, Mexico, August 14; Mexico City, Mexico, August 16; Toronto, Canada, August 23
The GMAC-sponsored MBA Tour includes over two dozen business schools in 12 cities throughout August. Meet admissions decision-makers, get valuable application advice, and network with other candidates. The event runs four hours; times vary by location.

Forte MBA Forum

Atlanta, GA, August 11; Washington D.C., August 12; Houston, TX, August 13; Boston, MA, August 14; Los Angeles, CA, August 18; San Francisco, CA, August 19; Seattle, WA, August 19; Chicago, IL, August 21; Toronto, Canada, August 25; New York City, NY, August 26; New York City, NY August 27.
Forté MBA Forums are free events held annually to empower women looking into an MBA. Meet admissions representatives and learn about programs from dozens of schools. Times vary by city; all events are held in the evening.

SEED

Bangalore, August 2; Lagos, August 16; Abuja, August 17; Accra, August 19; Nairobi, August 21; Johannesburg, August 23
Meet representatives from top-ranked North American business schools. The event is scheduled for four and a half hours; times vary by location.

Reminder: pre-registration is generally required for MBA events. Events are subject to change, so be sure to check the schools’ websites.

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