MBA Admissions Blog

Meet Wharton Around the World This Summer The Wharton MBA Admissions & Financial Aid team is excited to connect with prospective students around the world this summer as we begin recruiting for the MBA Class of 2029. Whether you're just starting to explore MBA programs or already preparing your application,…Read More

Wharton MBA 2026–27 Application Deadlines: What You Need to Know If earning your MBA from one of the world's top business schools is on your radar, mark your calendar now. The Wharton School has released its full application timeline for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, and planning ahead could make all…Read More

Congratulations Round 2 Admitted Students in the MBA Class of 2028! Thank you to everyone who applied to Wharton in Round 2. Over the past few months, our team has carefully reviewed your applications and had the chance to learn about the experiences, aspirations, and perspectives that make each of…Read More

Round 2 Interview Invitations for 2025 Released We’re excited to share that Round 2 interview invitations for the Wharton MBA Class of 2028 have been sent! If you’ve received an invitation, congratulations on advancing to this milestone in the admissions journey. Wharton’s interview experience is designed to reflect the heart…Read More

Congratulations Round 1 Admitted Students in the MBA Class of 2028! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who applied to Wharton in Round 1! Over the past few months, our team has had the privilege of reading your applications and getting to know the experiences, motivations, and ambitions that shape…Read More

Applications Are Now Open for the 2026 Moelis Advance Access Program Are you an undergraduate or full-time graduate student in your final year of study? The application for Wharton’s Moelis Advance Access Program is officially open! This deferred admissions program offers exceptional students the opportunity to secure their place in…Read More

Round 1 Interview Invitations for 2025 Released We’re thrilled to announce that Round 1 interview invitations have been released for the Wharton MBA Class of 2028! If you’ve been invited to interview, congratulations on reaching this important stage of the admissions process. At Wharton, our interview process reflects what makes…Read More

Class of 2028 Application: Now Open and Newly Updated The application to join the Wharton MBA Class of 2028 is now open! This year, for the first time in several cycles, we’ve made a few updates to the application. We regularly review our application data to strengthen how we evaluate…Read More

Wharton Is Hitting the Road: Meet Us This Summer! As we wrap up the admissions cycle for the MBA Class of 2027, our team is already looking ahead with excitement to the Class of 2028. This summer, we’re heading out on the road to connect with prospective applicants in cities…Read More

Congratulations Round 2 Admitted Students in the MBA Class of 2027! A sincere thank you to everyone who applied to Wharton in Round 2! Over the past few months, we have been privileged to review your applications, learn about your unique experiences, and be inspired by your aspirations. The dedication…Read More

Congratulations Round 1 Admitted Students in the MBA Class of 2027! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who applied to Wharton in Round 1! Over the past few months, we’ve thoroughly enjoyed reviewing your applications and learning about your unique stories and ambitious goals. Your inspiring journeys and aspirations have…Read More

Round 1 Interview Invitations for 2024 Released We are excited to announce that Round 1 interview invitations have been released! Your interview is an integral part of Wharton’s MBA Admissions process, which emphasizes teamwork, innovation, and collaboration. The Team-Based Discussion (TBD) offers a unique chance to showcase your leadership and…Read More

The Application for the Class of 2027 is Open We are thrilled to announce that the MBA application for the Class of 2027 is now live! If you are interested in joining the full-time Wharton MBA program, including our integrated Carey JD/MBA and MBA/MA Lauder Joint Degree in International Studies…Read More

Wharton MBA Application Timeline and Deadlines for 2024-2025 For those ready to take the next step in their MBA journey, we are pleased to announce our application deadlines for the 2024-2025 admissions cycle. The Wharton MBA program offers three application rounds per year, each with its own set of key…Read More

On the Road: Summer Events with Wharton MBA Admissions As the admissions cycle for the MBA Class of 2026 draws to a close, our team is gearing up for an exciting phase ahead: engaging with prospective applicants for the Class of 2027. Throughout the summer, our team will embark to…Read More

Round 3 Updates: Officially Accepting GMAT Focus Scores As we approach the end of this application cycle, we wanted to provide clarity on some important updates to our application process. Starting in March of 2024, for our Round 3 and Moelis Advance Access applications we will now be accepting the…Read More

It’s official -- invitations to interview for Round 2 applicants have been released. If you are one of the lucky individuals who have been selected to interview, congratulations! You are about to embark on an the next step in your journey delving into the very heart of what makes the…Read More

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all those who considered Wharton in Round 1! It has been a delightful experience immersing ourselves in your applications and learning more about each of you in the past few months. Thank you for sharing your compelling stories and future aspirations with us. We…Read More

We're thrilled to announce that Round 1 invitations to interview have been released via email. If you've been selected to interview, you are about to embark on a journey that delves into the heart of what makes Wharton's MBA Admissions program exceptional - team dynamics, innovation, and collaboration. The Team-Based…Read More

The Class of 2026 Application is Now Open Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce that the MBA application for the Class of 2026 is now live! If you are interested in joining the full-time Wharton MBA program, including our integrated Carey JD/MBA and MBA/MA Lauder Joint Degree in International…Read More

We are thrilled to announce that the MBA application for the Class of 2026 will be available mid-July. To assist you in your application planning, we would like to highlight a few changes you can anticipate for this application cycle. English Language Test: International applicants whose native language (language first…Read More

With every application cycle, we continue to be amazed by the caliber of applicants who come forward. To all candidates who considered Wharton in Round 2, thank you for sharing your stories and future goals with us. After another round of careful review, we are pleased to release Round 2…Read More

Earlier today, invitations to interview were released to Round 2 applicants via email. If invited, you will participate in a Team Based Discussion (TBD) and a one-on-one interview. This is one of our favorite parts of the admissions process and our team cannot wait to get to know many of…Read More

Hi everyone, We are so grateful for all of you who considered Wharton in Round 1! It’s been a pleasure reading your applications and getting to know you over the past few weeks. Thank you for sharing your stories and future goals with us. After careful consideration, we are pleased…Read More

We are pleased to announce that invitations to interview were released to Round 1 applicants via email today! If you are invited, you will participate in a Team Based Discussion (TBD) and a one-on-one interview. The admissions team is eagerly anticipating meeting many of you virtually and getting to know…Read More

We know many of you are eager to get started on your MBA application for the class of 2025. We’re excited to announce that the wait is over! The 2022-23 application is now live for those looking to join the full-time Wharton MBA program, including our integrated Carey JD/MBA and…Read More

The MBA Admissions Office is excited to announce the following deadlines for the MBA Class of 2025: Application DeadlineInterview InvitationsDecisionsRound 1September 7, 2022October 25, 2022December 15, 2022Round 2January 4, 2023February 17, 2023March 23, 2023Round 3March 29, 2023April 13, 2023May 10, 2023Deferred Admissions RoundApril 26, 2023May 25, 2023June 29, 2023 We…Read More

  We’re thrilled to announce that starting on March 17th we are opening campus to visitors once again.  With a commitment to providing a safe environment for everyone, we have put some new guidelines in place for our Campus Visits. Registration is required, and space is limited. We are unable…Read More

  I am excited to share with you that the MBA application for the Class of 2024 will open in early July. To give you a head start on your application planning, we have a few changes you can expect for our essays and letters of recommendations. Essays Essay 1:…Read More

For those of you planning to apply to the MBA Class of 2024, we’re happy to share with you the application deadlines: Application DeadlineInterview InvitationsDecisionsRound 1September 8 , 2021October 27, 2021December 15, 2021Round 2January 5, 2022February 14, 2022March 23, 2022Round 3March 30, 2022April 14, 2022May 10, 2022Deferred Admissions RoundApril 27,…Read More

Hi everyone, For those of you who have submitted your application for Round 2, we’re so excited that you’re considering Wharton. Thank you for sharing your stories and future goals with us. I know it feels like this has been a long wait, but we’re in the last stretch of…Read More

It’s hard to believe that the deadline for the Moelis Advance Access Program is just days away, but here we are! You’ve worked hard to develop your essays and connect with your recommenders, but you may be anxious about this next step: pressing ‘submit’ on your application. I’m here to…Read More

This summer, I wrote to you about how our office was adapting in the midst of this year’s challenges. From virtual information sessions to conducting our Team-Based Discussions online, we’re meeting you all where you are – whether that’s in your home, on your couch, or at your kitchen table.…Read More

Thank you to everyone who has reached out to our office with, frankly, some really great questions about this upcoming application season. We just opened our application for those looking to join the Wharton MBA Class of 2023. Given this year’s challenges, we recognized that there are some unanswered questions…Read More

We know many of you are eager to get started on your MBA application for the class of 2023. We’re excited to announce that the wait is over! The 2020-21 application is now live for those looking to join the full-time Wharton MBA program, including our integrated Carey JD/MBA and…Read More

Hi everyone. I hope this message finds you all safe during this difficult time. We know that COVID-19 has caused both stress and uncertainty, and many of you have been personally affected by the global outbreak. I’m writing in hopes of sharing a bit of brighter news. I’m happy to…Read More

To the incoming Class of 2022, Wharton is committed to providing students with a meaningful, fulfilling, and — above all — safe experience. With that in mind, MBA Pre-Term for the Class of 2022 will be virtual this August. The fee for Pre-Term will be reduced from $2,000 to $850…Read More

You spoke up, and we listened!  Based on your feedback, we have extended our Round 3 and Advance Access deadlines. We hope that the additional time to secure your test scores, receive your recommendations, and finalize your application provides you with some much-needed flexibility. New Round 3 Deadline: Wednesday, April…Read More

UPDATE: As of March 24, we have extended the deadline for Round 3 to April 15 and for Advance Access to May 27. The information below regarding testing still applies, while the recommendation deadlines now align with the new application deadlines.  In light of our upcoming deadline and the challenges…Read More

  Due to the growing global health risks from COVID-19, The University of Pennsylvania has released important changes to university operations.  Today, I want to share how MBA Admissions is responding and how these changes will impact both our newly admitted students for the Class of 2022 and upcoming recruitment…Read More

We hope you’re having a great summer and have had the opportunity to connect with our Admissions team in a city near you. Be sure to check out our events calendar to learn when we’ll be in your area. Here in Philadelphia, the campus may be quiet, but we’ve been…Read More

Hi there! I’m writing to you for the first time as Director of Admissions for the Wharton MBA program. I am excited to serve you and the Wharton community in this role. As a quick introduction, I have spent the last 13 years of my career dedicated to admissions at…Read More