SDA Bocconi MBA Deadlines 2025-2026

Instead of having rounds of deadlines, SDA Bocconi reviews MBA applications on a rolling basis. MBA application review is conducted by the adcom between September and July, with the final date to submit an application being May 18, 2026.

The school notes that a decision of admission will be issued within 12 weeks of submitting the application. Candidates are encouraged to apply early for the greatest chance of admission.

Required Materials

Application components include an online form with short answer questions, transcripts, CV, GMAT or GRE scores, a pre-interview video, proof of English language skills, and two references. In rare cases, candidates may apply to take the SDA Test instead of the GMAT/GRE. If a candidate is sponsored by their company, they must also submit a letter noting that.

Application review is run on a rolling basis, meaning the adcom carry out a pre-selection process based on the documents sent, as soon as they are received. Candidates are then notified if they are advanced to the selection process. The final selection result is communicated within 12 weeks of receiving a complete application, i.e. after all tests have been completed and all documents received.

Applicants may also consider applying for tuition waivers.

How Does SDA Bocconi Conduct Interviews?

Interviews are by invite only. The admissions interview may take place on-campus in Milan with an admissions representative. If candidates are unable to travel to campus, alumni are available for off-campus interviews. The school also offers virtual interviews. There is no advantage given to candidates who interview on-campus vs. off-campus or remotely.