Maryland Smith MBA Deadlines 2025-2026
The University of Maryland (UMD) Smith School of Business has released the 2025-2026 MBA deadlines for applicants targeting the Class of 2028.
The last deadline for international applicants is Round 5. Round 3 is the scholarship priority round for international candidates. Round 4 is the scholarship priority round for domestic candidates.
| Rounds | Application deadline | Decision Released |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | October 1, 2025 | November 1, 2025 |
| Round 2 | November 1, 2025 | December 15, 2025 |
| Round 3 | December 15, 2025 | January 29, 2026 |
| Round 4 | January 15, 2026 | March 1, 2026 |
| Round 5 | March 13, 2026 | April 24, 2026 |
| Round 6 | April 30, 2026 | Within 2-4 weeks submission |
After April 30, applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Required Materials
The completed online application must include copies of all academic transcripts and self-reported GMAT or GRE scores (optional). Applicants are required to submit a current professional resume, short answers, one letter of recommendation, and the $75 application fee.
International applicants must submit TOEFL, PTE or IELTS scores unless they have earned an undergraduate or graduate degree in a country where the official language is English.
How Does Maryland Smith Conduct Interviews?
Interviews are conducted by invitation only. Maryland Smith adcom members and alumni conduct the interviews. Candidates are advised to schedule their interview within a few days of receiving the invitation in order to abide by notification deadlines.
MBA Applywire
Looking to retool and pivot from government to private sector work. Prefer FTMBA to EMBA programs to enable transition, rather than leveling up in current field. Post-MBA target is corporate strategy roles in entertainment, media, or consumer tech.
Have 1 M7 admit and 1 M7 waitlist from R1.