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.
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I'm looking to apply to a deferred MBA program. I interned at a BB Investment Bank during my sophomore summer, and I will be returning to the same EB Investment Bank I interned at during my junior summer. Currently enrolled at a Top 30 US university.
Asian Female. T20 Undergrad w/ double major in Biology and Statistics. Decided in college to pivot into the game industry and have interned/worked at top gaming brands. Trying to pivot into product in gaming or start my own company in the game industry.
ECs: president of my gaming club in college, have spoken and continue to speak at numerous universities, conventions, and more regarding careers in video games. Mentored numerous students who want careers in gaming, especially for women/underrepresented genders/LGBTQ+. Served as a judge/advisor for one mentorship program. Created grassroots gaming community in UG in response to COVID that grew to 3000+ members in 3 weeks and had industry speakers, sponsors, and more. Also volunteer at my local aquarium educating the public about ocean conservation and the local wildlife.
Applying Round 2 to Stanford, Harvard, MIT, and Kellogg (MMM) with hopes of moving back to the West Coast afterwards.
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AD Military 7 YOE, SA, SOF.
AD Military 7 YOE, SA, SOF. Don’t self select, there is hope
AD Military 7 YOE, SA, SOF. Don’t self select, there is hope