Full-Time MBA
Get to the heart of any problem.
An MBA from Simon Business School is about more than a credential—it’s about a new level of clarity. We’re proud to offer a Full-Time MBA with an unabashedly analytical bias and the opportunities you need to reflect, refine, and take risks. All in an intentionally small and diverse community at the University of Rochester.
Innovative curriculum.
STEM-designated option.
Our specialized MBA curriculum gives you the freedom to select MBA courses that suit your career ambitions with tracks in Finance, Consulting, and Marketing. Under these three tracks, we offer MBA specializations that bring together coursework, co-curricular learning opportunities, and career-building opportunities, as well as 10 minors that reinforce in-demand analytical skills.
We're the first MBA program in the US to offer a STEM-designated option to students in any specialization, which signals analytical and quantitative rigor to employers. For international students, a STEM-designated program offers the opportunity to extend Optional Practical Training (OPT) by 24 months, for a total of three years without H1B visa sponsorship, if they are hired in a STEM-eligible role.
Experience Simon.
What better way to get a glimpse of what life would be like as a Simon MBA than to see for yourself? Our annual signature events typically include alumni panels, social activities, a tour of campus, a sample class, and more. Travel stipends are available.
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It's not too late to begin business school this year!
We are still accepting applications for 2025 entry on a space-available basis! We encourage you to apply as soon as possible* to allow yourself time to plan your transition to full-time study. We look forward to reviewing your candidacy.
* International students without a current student visa should be aware of time sensitivities in the visa process and are encouraged to apply promptly. If you have questions, contact us at admissions@simon.rochester.edu.
- No GMAT/GRE score required
- Merit-based scholarships available
- Apply now to maximize your chance for admission
Planning for business school in 2026?
It’s never too early to prepare to apply to business school! Send us your résumé or CV (and test scores, if you have them) and we'll provide you with feedback about your candidacy for your program of interest before you even start your Simon Business School application. We'll offer suggestions on how to present your strongest application, highlighting your strengths and providing advice on how to best address any weaknesses in your application.
You can apply without a GMAT or GRE score.
Simon Business School offers the option for candidates to apply without a standardized test score! Interested? Explore your options and learn how to submit your most competitive application for admission.
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Employment Overview:
Full-Time MBA Class of 2024*
*This data is accurate as of September 30, 2024, and conforms to the Career Services & Employer Alliance standards for reporting Full-Time MBA employment statistics.
Applying to Simon’s MBA Program
Our Admissions staff takes the time to get to know each MBA applicant personally. We encourage you to reach out to us early to help you strengthen your application and identify scholarship opportunities. In addition to the deadlines below, we also accept applications on a rolling basis. The sooner you apply in any of the rounds, the sooner you’ll hear back from us. Consider attending one of our Admissions events and webinars to learn more about our Full-Time MBA offerings.
Fall 2025 Deadlines
*by 11:59 p.m. ET
| Round | Application Window | Deadline* | Decision By* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | September 1–October 15 | October 15 | December 15 |
| Round 2 | October 16–January 5 | January 5 | March 31 |
| Round 3 | January 6–February 15 | February 15 | April 20 |
| Round 4 | February 16–March 31 | March 31 | May 15 |
| Round 5 | April 1–May 1 | May 1 | June 15 |
We are still accepting applications for 2025 entry! We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to allow yourself time to plan your transition to full-time study. We look forward to reviewing your candidacy.
International students without a current student visa should be aware of time sensitivities in the visa process and are encouraged to apply promptly. If you have questions, contact us at admissions@simon.rochester.edu.
The Simon community allows you to pursue your passions, both professionally and personally. And it definitely showed me the opportunities that await and what can happen if you’re ready to contribute and get involved.