Rochester Simon MBA Application Deadlines 2025-2026
The University of Rochester Simon Business School MBA deadlines for the 2025-2026 admissions season are below.
Rochester Simon is conducting its MBA application process in five rounds. All materials must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. ET on the day of the deadline. Decisions will also be released by 11:59 p.m. ET on the given date.
| Rounds | Application Window | Application Deadline | Decision By |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | Sept. 1, 2025 – Oct. 15, 2025 | October 15, 2025 | December 15, 2025 |
| Round 2 | Oct. 16, 2025 – Jan. 5, 2026 | January 5, 2026 | March 31, 2026 |
| Round 3 | Jan. 6, 2026 – Feb. 15, 2026 | February 15, 2026 | April 20, 2026 |
| Round 4 | Feb. 16, 2026 – Mar. 31, 2026 | March 31, 2026 | May 15, 2026 |
| Round 5 | April 1, 2026 – May 1, 2026 | May 1, 2026 | June 15, 2026 |
Rochester Simon conducts admissions on a rolling basis, which means that they review applications as soon as they receive them.
Required Materials
Applicants must submit the online application form; GMAT, GRE or Executive Assessment scores (optional); copies of academic transcripts regarding any coursework at a college or university; essays; a current resume; proof of English language proficiency (if applicable, TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo test); contact information for two recommenders (letters of recommendations are not accepted); and an optional video essay. There is a $90 application fee, which can be waived if applicants check their eligibility by submitting their LinkedIn profile or résumé/CV (and test scores, if available) for feedback before officially applying. This is available through the Simon admissions website.
When Does Rochester Simon Issue Invitations to Interview?
Interviews are offered by invitation only after an applicant has submitted all of the application components. The timing of an interview invitation has no bearing on admission. The adcom encourages applicants to treat the admissions interview like a job interview, and to come prepared with questions to learn more about Simon.
MBA Applywire
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.
Already got an admit from one of the T15 with no scholarship in round 1, applying to the rest in round 2.
I really need a scholarship to afford an MBA so will be applying to lower ranked schools as well. I currently work in Big 4 strategy team.