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. Applications for the Class of 2029 are open, and Round 1 deadlines are lined up for the next several weeks. Schools are scheduling time for prospective students to visit the campus, meet alumni, and attend information sessions. See below for what’s happening in September of 2026.
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. Multi-school MBA fairs are scheduled around the world, so check out 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.
September 2026 MBA Events
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Berkeley Haas
Chicago Booth
Carnegie Mellon Tepper
Columbia Business School
Dartmouth Tuck
Duke Fuqua
Emory Goizueta
Georgia Tech Scheller
Harvard Business School
Indiana Kelley
London Business School
Michigan Ross
MIT Sloan
NYU Stern
SMU Cox
Stanford GSB
The Wharton School
UT Austin McCombs
UVA Darden
Vanderbilt Business
Yale SOM
MBA Fairs, Tours, and Festivals
Be sure to check your target schools’ calendars for updates in the coming weeks.
Berkeley Haas
Berkeley, CA
September 2
The UC Berkeley MBA Information Session
Join Haas admissions staff and alumni at a local conference space for a presentation, panel, Q&A, and networking. Scheduled for 6:30 to 8:30pm.
Chicago Booth
Chicago Booth Information Session
Tokyo, Japan
September 6
Meet Booth alumni at the Tekko Building from 1:30 to 3:30pm for an overview of the MBA program, admissions tips, Q&A, and networking. This session is conducted in Japanese.
CMU Tepper
MBA Campus Visit
Pittsburgh, PA
September 14; September 21; September 28
Tour the Tepper campus, enjoy lunch with current students, observe a class, and attend a Q&A session led by the Admissions team. Campus visits are scheduled for 9am to 12:30pm.
Industry Immersion Day: Entrepreneurship
Pittsburgh, PA
September 18
Designed for prospective applicants to explore the MBA program or specialized master’s degree, the entrepreneurship ecosystem at Tepper, and career opportunities. Attendees also have the opportunity to tour campus and meet with Swartz Fellows. Event runs from 10am to 3pm.
Coffee Chats
Seoul, South Korea
September 7 at 8:30am; 9am; 10am; and 10:30am
Meet an admissions representative at RYSE, Autograph Collection for an informal, relaxed conversation about the program.
Columbia Business School
Experience Columbia Business School
New York, NY
September 18-19
An immersive two-day event for prospective Columbia Business School students to hear from thought leaders, network with current students and other applicants, and learn more about the Full-Time MBA admissions process.
MBA Small Group Conversation
Los Angeles, CA
September 22 at 12pm; 12:45pm; 1:30pm;
Meet Maxine Williams, Assistant Director of Engagement, at the Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza for a small group discussion about CBS and the application process.
MBA Small Group Conversation
San Francisco, CA
September 23 at 2:30pm; 3pm; 3:30pm
Meet Maxine Williams, Assistant Director of Engagement, at the Hilton San Francisco Union Square for a small group discussion about CBS and the application process.
MBA Campus Visit: Impact at CBS
New York, NY
September 25
Meet the Admissions team, current students and members of Columbia Business School’s Community Impact Club, plus have the opportunity sit in on the classroom experience, tour the campus, and learn more about financial aid. Scheduled from 1:15 to 4:30pm.
MBA Admissions Overview and Student Chat
New York, NY
September 30
An on-campus session where you can learn more about the admissions process, chat with current students, and tour the campus.Scheduled from 5:45 to 7:45pm
Dartmouth Tuck
Tuck Coffee Chat
Minneapolis, MN
September 17
Join Tuck Alumni for an informal chat at Spyhouse Coffee Roasters from 9 to 10am.
Tuck Coffee Chat
New York, NY
September 19
Join Tuck Admissions for an informal chat at Rêve Coffee from 9 to 10am.
Tuck Coffee Chat
Los Angeles, CA
September 21 at 8am; 9:30am; 12pm; and September 22 at 8am
Join Tuck Admissions for an informal chat at Blue Bottle Coffee. Several hour-long sessions are available.
Tuck Coffee Chat
Los Angeles, CA
September 22
Join Tuck Admissions for an informal chat at Verve Coffee Roasters from noon to 1pm.
Tuck Coffee Chat
San Francisco, CA
September 23 at 12pm; September 24 at 8am
Two days of opportunities to meet Tuck Admissions for an informal chat at Radiator Coffee Salon.
Duke Fuqua
Coffee Chat with Admissions
Johannesburg, South Africa
September 1; September 2
Meet Siraj Bah, Program Director of Admissions at Duke Fuqua at NH Johannesburg Sandton from 9 to 11am for a casual group conversation about the admissions process and MBA program. Guests are welcome to drop in or leave at any time, though it’s recommended you arrive with at least 30 minutes remaining.
Admissions Workshop
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
September 8
Meet Join Suzette Feller, Assistant Director of Admissions at the Hyatt Regency Tashkent Boardroom from 7 t o 9pm for a practical workshop designed to help you put your best application forward. The overview covers Fuqua’s MBA, MMS, MQM, and MBCS programs.
Duke Fuqua & Nazarbayev University – Still Worth It: Learning to Lead in the AI Era
Astana, Kazakhstan
September 9
Fuqua and Nazarbayev University’s Graduate School of Business present an evening discussion panel and networking reception at the Sheraton Astana Hotel from 7 to 9pm with alumni and representatives from each school. The event will focus on the value of graduate business education in the era of AI and what it means for today’s and tomorrow’s leaders.
Campus Visit
Durham, NC
September 14; September 18; September 21; September 25; September 28
Campus visits at Duke Fuqua offer a variety of activities based on your interests, including a campus tour and lunch, group chat with Health Sector Management, admissions office hours, and a class visit. Visits are scheduled from 9:30am to 6pm.
Georgia Tech Scheller
Scheller MBA/MSMGT Preview Day
Atlanta, GA
September 26
Co-sponsored by Blacks in Business, Women in Business, Scheller Pride, Veterans Club, Preview Day is open to anyone interested in the Scheller Full-time MBA, Evening MBA, and M.S. Major in Management programs. Get an overview of each program and career services, network with current MBA students, meetup with the club sponsors, attend a mock lecture, and have the opportunity to take a tour and have breakfast. Scheduled from 9am to 2pm.
Emory Goizueta
Goizueta Around Town: Buckhead
Atlanta, GA
September 10
Meet up with Goizueta representatives at Fado Irish Pub from 6 to 7:30pm
Full-Time MBA Lunch & Tour with an Ambassador
Atlanta, GA
September 10; September 16; September 21; September 28
Join a current student for lunch, and learn more about the program, campus, and the application process. Times vary by date.
Full-Time MBA Class Visit
Atlanta, GA
September 10, Intro to Entrepreneurship; September 16, Operations Strategy; September 21, Operations Strategy; September 23, Content Marketing; September 28, Operations Strategy
Observe a fundamental MBA course on campus and meet current students.
Full-Time MBA Preview Day: Negotiations
Atlanta, Ga
September 14
Preview Day includes a visit to a Negotiations class and a student-led campus tour. Scheduled for 10:15am to 2:15pm.
Coffee & K.E.G.S.
Atlanta, GA
September 17
Register to attend a special edition of the weekly Goizueta student tradition to meet with current students and learn about life on campus. Event runs from 2:15 to 6pm.
Full-time MBA Lunch and Tour
Atlanta, GA
September 18
Meet admissions team members, current students, and learn more about the program, campus, and the application process. Scheduled from 11:15am to 2:30pm.
Full-Time MBA Coffee & Tour with an Ambassador
Atlanta, GA
September 23
Join a current student for coffee and a tour of the campus. Scheduled for 2:50 to 3:50pm.
Harvard Business School
MBA Program Open House
Boston, MA
September 11; September 18; September 25
Join the HBS MBA Admissions team for a campus tour and comprehensive MBA Program information session. Open houses are scheduled from 3 to 5pm.
Harvard Business School Information Session at Emory University
Atlanta, GA
September 15
Meet members of the HBS Admissions team at Goizueta Business School for a presentation and question and discussion session. Scheduled from 6:30 to 7:30pm
Conversations with HBS Alumni in Montevideo
Montevideo, Uruguay
September 16
Designed for prospective applicants. Meet HBS representatives at UCU Business School for an information session. Scheduled from 6 to 7:30pm.
Indiana Kelley
Kelley Full-Time +Flex MBA Campus Visit
Bloomington, IN
September 28
Visits to the Kelley campus include a class visit, a building tour, lunch with current MBA students, and a counseling session or an admissions interview. Visit is scheduled from 10am to 2:15pm.
London Business School
MBA On Campus Talk and Tour
London, UK
September 4
Tour the LBS campus with admissions, recruitment staff, and student ambassadors, and have your questions about the program answered. Scheduled from 2:15 to 4pm
Campus Tour with the MBA Recruitment and Admissions Team
London, UK
September 10; September 24
Tour the campus with LBS admissions and recruitment staff and student ambassadors from 2 to 2:45pm.
LBS Faculty Masterclass in New York, with Professor Dominic Houlder
New York City, NY
September 17
Meet Professor Houlder at the Park Terrace Hotel for his lecture, “Barriers to Success – and How to Overcome Them.” Scheduled from 6:30 to 9:30pm.
Coffee Chats
Beijing, China, September 21; Shanghai, China, September 24; Shenzhen, China, September 27; Istanbul, Turkey, September 28; Taipei, Taiwan, September 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 between 9am to 5pm.
Meet LBS
Beijing, China, September 21; Shanghai, China, September 24; Istanbul, Turkey, September 28; Taipei, Taiwan, September 29
Join members of the admissions team and connect with local alumni for a presentation and networking. Times vary by location.
Michigan Ross
Michigan Ross FTMBA Campus Visit Feat. Erb Institute
Ann Arbor, MI
September 25
Get to know the Michigan Ross Admissions team, current full-time MBA students, the city of Ann Arbor, and learn more about the Erb Institute. Scheduled for 10:30am to 4pm
MIT Sloan
MIT Sloan Visit Program
Cambridge, MA
September 2; September 11
Learn about the MBA program, dual-degree Leaders for Global Operations (LGO), Sloan Fellows MBA (SFMBA) for mid-career professionals, and Specialized Master’s programs, including the Master of Finance (MFin) and Master of Business Analytics (MBAn). The visit includes an Admissions Overview with Q&A and a guided campus tour. Scheduled from 9:15 to 11am on the 2nd; 11:30am to 1pm on the 11th.
MBA Class Visit Program • 10:00 AM Class
Cambridge, MA
September 21; September 22; September 23; September 28; September 29; September 30
Attend a class, speak with admissions representatives, and meet the Sloan community over lunch. The specific class will be shared at check-in, as availability varies by day.
MBA Class Visit Program • 1:00 PM Class
Cambridge, MA
September 21; September 22; September 23; September 28; September 29; September 30
Attend a class, speak with admissions representatives, and meet the Sloan community over lunch. The specific class will be shared at check-in, as availability varies by day.
NYU Stern
Stern MBA Visit: Information Session, Tour, and Q & A
New York, NY
September 10; September 14; September 17; September 21; September 24; September 28
Get a guided tour of Stern while you learn about the student experience and career resources. Registration is required; it is recommended to visit the website beforehand. Scheduled from 4:30 to 6pm
SMU Cox
Daytime Campus Visit
Dallas, TX
September 1; September 2; September 8; September 16; September 22; September 23; September 29; September 30
Class visits include a meet and greet with Cox Graduate Admissions, tour of the business school, and an optional coffee chat or lunch with a current student. Available courses are “Energy Production, Infrastructure & Technology” at 8:30am and “Portfolio Theory & Asset Pricing.” at 1:30pm.
Evening Class Visit
Dallas, TX
September 1; September 2; September 3; September 8; September 9; September 10; September 19
Connect with a member of the admissions team or a current student ambassador before sitting in on a class. Available courses are “Strategic Management of Human Capital,” “Digital & Social Media Marketing,” or “Evaluating Entrepreneurial Opportunities.” Evening visits begin at 6pm.
SMU Cox Graduate Admissions Super Saturday
Dallas, TX
September 19
This open-house style event invites prospective students to learn about the Specialized Masters and MBA Programs, enjoy a networking brunch with current students, join a campus tour, and attend an application tips session from the admissions team. Scheduled for 8:45 to 11:30am.
Stanford GSB
MBA/MSx Information Session
Zurich, Switzerland, September 1; Berlin, Germany, September 2; Warsaw, Poland, September 3; London, UK, September 7; New Delhi, India, September 7; London, UK, September 8; Mumbai, India, September 10; Munich, Germany, September 10; Bangalore, India, September 14; Mexico City, Mexico, September 23;
Meet with representatives from Stanford for 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. Upon registration, you will receive information to review prior to the session. Some events are waitlisted, registration is filling up fast. Times vary, some locations are TBD.
MBA/MSx Application Workshop
Amsterdam, Netherlands, September 5; Paris, France, September 9; Mexico City, Mexico, September 24; Monterrey. Mexico, September 25; Bogota, Colombia, September 28; Lima, Peru, September 29;
Join a Stanford admissions officer at a local to learn more about the MBA and MSx programs and application process. This event is designed for those applying to business school in the next one to two years. Attendees are encouraged to attend an in-person or online Information Session prior to registering for an Application Workshop.Times vary, some locations are TBA.
Meet an MBA/MSx Admissions Officer
Manchester, UK
September 6 at 7pm; September 7 at 7:30am; September 7 at 8:30am
Meet an admissions officer at the Aloft by Marriott Manchester City Centre for an informal chat about the 2-year MBA Program and 1-year MSx Program. Times vary.
Meet an MBA Student and Alum in Milan
Milan, Italy
September 15
Have an informal chat with a student and alum at Balticbar between 6:30 and 8:30pm.
Meet an MBA Alum in Lisbon
Lisbon, Portugal
September 2
Have an informal small group chat with a local MBA alum at Amoreiras Eden between 7 and 8pm.
The Wharton School
Campus Visit Program
Philadelphia, PA
September 21; September 24; September 25; September 28
Meet current Wharton students and tour the campus. Scheduled for 10:30am to 4pm
UT Austin McCombs
Full-Time MBA In-Person Campus Visit
Austin, TX
On most Mondays and Thursdays during the school year, McCombs offers regular Campus Visits which include lunch with a student, a tour, time to chat with admissions, and when available, class visits. Campus visits are scheduled for 11am.
Group Chat with Full-Time MBA Admissions
Denver, CO, September 10; Houston, TX, September 15; Dallas TX, September 16
Join McCombs MBA Admissions representatives for a group chat in a relaxed, conversational setting. Before the event, it is recommended you attend an info session or watch a pre-recorded session to learn more about the program. Times vary by location.
Discover McCombs: MBA at Dallas Campus Visit
Dallas, TX
September 12; September 18
Visit campus for a Q&A with Admissions and Career Management, lunch with current students, and a class visit. Times vary by date
Networking Event with MBA Admissions
Houston, TX, September 14; Dallas, TX, September 15
Join MBA Admissions for a relaxed, conversational networking event. It’s recommended that attendees attend or an info session or watching a pre-recorded session to learn more about the program.
UVA Darden
Friday Chat and Tour
Charlottesville, VA
September 4; September 11; September 18
Join a member of the Admissions Committee for a small group chat and a tour of the Darden Grounds. Scheduled from 9:30 to 10:30am.
Admissions and Alumni Networking Session
New York, NY, September 15; Boston, MA, September 16; New Delhi, India, September 19; Mumbai, India, September 24; Bengaluru, India, September 26; Washington, D.C., September 28
Join alumni, faculty, staff and Darden School leaders for an evening of networking and Q&A time with admissions representatives about the application process. Times vary by location.
Darden MBA Coffee Chat
Houston, TX
September 16
Meet Christian West, Senior Director of Admissions at Bitty & Beau’s Coffee from 8 to 8:45am for casual conversation and an opportunity to meet other prospective students.
Day with Darden
Charlottesville, VA
September 27 — September 28
Visit the campus to spend time with current students, tour the grounds, sit in on admissions and financial aid presentations, and enjoy meals and activities. Attendees will be paired with a student host to observe a class.
Vanderbilt Business
MBA Campus Visit
Nashville, TN
September 14; September 24
Accompany a Vanderbilt Business student to class, join a group chat, meet with representatives from the Career Center, Academic and Student Affairs and Leadership Development Teams, take a tour and sit for a Q& A with the MBA Recruiting and Admissions team. Scheduled for 11am to 3pm.
Yale SOM
Yale School of Management Campus Visit
New Haven, CT
September 21; September 24; September 28
Tour campus, connect with current Yale students, and get your questions answered by an admissions officer. Scheduled from 9:30am to 3pm
MBA Fairs, Tours, and Festivals
Consortium MAPS (MBA Application Preparation Seminar)
Washington, D.C., September 8; New York City, NY, September 9; Houston, TX, September 16; Los Angeles, September 22; San Francisco, CA, September 23
Consortium’s MBA Application Preparation Seminar (MAPS) lets potential MBA applicants learn about the Consortium’s member schools, the application process, Consortium funding opportunities, the benefits of Consortium membership, and the opportunity to network with admission representatives from member schools and meet Consortium alumni and current students.
Access MBA
Tokyo, Japan, September 5; Seoul, South Korea, September 6; Salt Lake City, Utah, September 12; San Jose,CA, September 16; San Francisco September 17; Los Angeles, CA, September 19; Phoenix, AZ, September 21; Houston, TX, September 23; Dallas TX, September 24; Atlanta, GA, September 26; Charlotte, North Carolina, September 28; Washington, D.C., September 30
Access MBA offers One-to-One Meetings with admissions directors from dozens of top business schools (with no fee!)
QS Discover’s Top MBA Discover and Connect
Mexico City, Mexico, September 12; Monterrey, Mexico, September 14; Washington, D.C., September 15; Philadelphia, PA, September 17; New York City, NY, September 19; Boston MA, September 22; Istanbul, Turkey, September 26; Toronto, Canada, September 26
Designed for working professionals, this event is free and offers the opportunity to network with admissions staff and prospective applicants from around a dozen of the world’s top business schools (varies by location).
Reminder: pre-registration is generally required for MBA events. Events are subject to change, so be sure to check the schools’ websites.
