Share your story with us on your Kellogg application
The first step is to create an account in our application system. Work on your application at your own pace, returning as often as you need to complete it.
Not quite ready to start your application?
Fill out our interest form, and we’ll email you about upcoming events, program updates and application deadlines. We can’t wait to meet you!
Then prepare to apply by learning about Kellogg’s degree programs and admissions process. Most programs require: essays, recommendations, test scores, transcripts, a current resume with work experience, interviews and an application fee unless waived.
Application dates and deadlines
| Application deadline | Decision released | |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | Sept. 10, 2025 | Dec. 10, 2025 |
| Round 2 | Jan. 7, 2026 | March 25, 2026 |
| Round 3 | April 1, 2026 | May 13, 2026 |
Application dates and deadlines
| Application deadline | Decision released | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer | March 25, 2026 |
Most applicants can expect to receive a decision 2-6 weeks after applying. |
| Fall | June 3, 2026 | |
| Winter | Sept. 23, 2026 | |
| Spring | Jan. 6, 2027 |
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Application dates and deadlines
Upcoming deadline for Executive MBA program
| Application deadline | Decision released | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb. 4, 2026 |
Decisions are released on a rolling basis; most applicants can expect to receive a decision 3-6 weeks after submitting a completed application. |
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| April 1, 2026 | ||
| June 3, 2026 | ||
| Aug. 12, 2026 | ||
| Oct. 7, 2026 |
Candidates may apply to either term (Fall or Winter) on either campus (Chicago or Miami). Deadlines are provided for planning purposes, but you may apply at any time and receive a decision on a rolling basis.
The last deadline to apply for the Fall 2026 start is June 3
The last deadline to apply for the Winter 2027 start is October 7
If you are interested in an upcoming term but the final deadline has passed,
please reach out to emba-admissions@kellogg.northwestern.edu to see if we are still accepting applications.
Application dates and deadlines
| Application deadline | Decision released | |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | Oct. 29, 2025 | Dec. 17, 2025 |
| Round 2 | Jan. 14, 2026 | March 11, 2026 |
| Round 3 | April 15, 2026 | May 20, 2026 |
| Round 4 | May 27, 2026 | June 17, 2026 |
*Rounds 3 and 4 are reserved only for candidates
that will not require a visa to attend Kellogg.
Application dates and deadlines
| Application deadline | Decision released | |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | April 22, 2026 | June 24, 2026 |
