Chicago Booth MBA Deadlines 2025-2026
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business has released the 2025-2026 Chicago MBA deadlines for applicants targeting the Class of 2028.
The Chicago MBA admissions committee is conducting its admissions process in three rounds this season. Applicants to Booth’s full-time MBA program should note that they must submit their materials prior to 11:59 PM CST on the date of each deadline.
| Round | Application Deadline | Decision Notification |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | September 16, 2025 | December 4, 2025 |
| Round 2 | January 6, 2026 | March 26, 2026 |
| Round 3 | April 2, 2026 | May 21, 2026 |
| Chicago Booth Scholars | April 2, 2026 | June 25, 2026 |
What are the Prerequisites for Admission?
To be considered for admission to the Full-Time MBA Program, applicants must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited US college or university or its equivalent in another country. Non-native English speakers must submit proof of English proficiency by taking the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the academic version of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Pearson Test of English (PTE). This requirement can be waived if the applicant is a citizen or permanent resident of a country where English is an official language or has earned an undergraduate or post-graduate degree from an institution in which English is the language of instruction.
What Materials are Required? 
The online application must be submitted with a professional resume, unofficial transcripts (official transcripts are required after an offer of admission), GMAT or GRE scores, essay question responses, two letters of recommendation, one preferably from a current supervisor and one from a professional contact, and the $250 application fee.
When Does Chicago Booth Issue Interview Invitations?
Interviews are granted on an invitation-only basis. Candidates invited to interview will be contacted with instructions on how to schedule an interview. Based on user posts to our MBA Livewire tool from past admissions seasons, Round 1 invitations are received from the middle of October to early November, Round 2 falls between the very end of January through February, and round 3 in mid-April with some reports as late as mid-June.
There is a single interview conducted by a current student, graduate, or admissions staff member. All interviews, regardless of who conducts them, receive equal weight in the evaluation process. An interview is required for admission. However, completing an interview does not guarantee admission.
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I'm a GCC national at MBB in the region. Mostly worked on large-scale government projects, and hoping to continue in government after graduation (also a woman, not sure if that makes a difference but I see fewer women from my country applying to MBAs).
322 GRE (162V 160Q)
3.0 GPA from US T30 school (this one is painful but I had a strong upward trend after switching majors)
5 years experience (boutique + currently MBB)
Hey everyone,
I’d really appreciate an honest profile review and advice on how to best position myself over the next 4–5 years before applying to MBA programs (targeting M7 / T15, ideally with strong scholarship outcomes).
Background:
• 23M, URM (Latino, immigrant background)
• Graduated December 2025 from a non-target state school (Honors College)
• Major: Finance
• GPA: \~3.7–3.8
Work Experience:
Incoming: Management Rotation Program (Audit track) at a large U.S. financial institution (starting mid-2026)
• Rotational program with exposure to risk, capital markets, and enterprise functions
Current: Financial Analyst (Controls / Risk) at a large global tech company (co-op + full-time transition before MRP) not FAANG but similar
Prior internships:
A) 6 months internship Internal Audit – Housing Finance / Mortgage-related institution (Fannie/freddie)
B) 1 year internship and 1 year contract Risk & Compliance – Fixed Income / Debt Issuance organization (~$800B issuance exposure)
Exposure to MBS, capital markets, and financial risk frameworks
C) Summer experience for a regulatory agency (Pcaob, SEC, GAO)
Leadership & Extracurriculars:
• Director of Data Analytics – professional Latino association (2-5K members)
• Committee Member – State CPA Society (content + events)
Certifications / Plans:
Sitting for CFA Level I (May) → plan to complete CFA within ~3–4 years
Planning to complete CPA (150 credits + exams) within ~4–5 years
Short-Term Goal (pre-MBA):
Move from audit → capital markets / risk / transaction-related roles internally
Potentially pivot into roles closer to banking, valuation, or strategy
Long-Term Goal (post-MBA):
Investment Banking (M&A / Capital Markets) or potentially strategy consulting as backup
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Questions:
1. How competitive is this profile today for M7 / T15 (assuming a strong GMAT, targeting 740+)?
2. What matters more in my case over the next few years:
• Internal mobility into capital markets–related roles?
• External jump (e.g., consulting, transaction advisory)?
3. Will CPA + CFA actually help for MBA admissions + IB recruiting, or is that overkill?
4. How can I best differentiate coming from a non-target + audit background?
5. What would you prioritize if you were me for the next 4–5 years?
I am a European 28-years-old engineer (automotive and oil&gas background) preparing my MBA applications. GMAT Focus 695 (97th percentile), IELTS 8/9, ~3 years of work experience.
4.1 GPA from a T10 university in STEM planning on doing entrepreneurship post college during the deferred years.