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Kellogg MBA Program Guide 2026
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Best known for its Product Marketing and Product Management specializations, Kellogg, based in Evanston, IL, a suburb of Chicago, has some of the best placement stats in Consulting, Tech, and esp. PM roles. Another unique aspect of the Kellogg MBA is that almost everyone gets to interview. Notable Kellogg alumni include Robert Davis, CEO of Merck, Robert Gamgort, CEO of Keurig/Dr Pepper, and Darren Woods, CEO of ExxonMobil.
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Best known for its Product Marketing and Product Management specializations, Kellogg, based in Evanston, IL, a suburb of Chicago, has some of the best placement stats in Consulting, Tech, and esp. PM roles. Another unique aspect of the Kellogg MBA is that almost everyone gets to interview. Notable Kellogg alumni include Robert Davis, CEO of Merck, Robert Gamgort, CEO of Keurig/Dr Pepper, and Darren Woods, CEO of ExxonMobil.
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Kellogg Class Profile
Kellogg Class ProfileApplicants:
Class Size:
Acceptance Rate:
%
Yield Rate:
%
Kellogg Deadlines
Official Kellogg ApplicationSubmit by:
Interview Invite by:
Decision by:
Calling all Kellogg Waitlisted Applicants 2026 Intake Class of 2028
08 May 2026, 15:21
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08 May 2026, 15:21
Calling all Kellogg MBA & MMM Applicants: 2026 Intake Class of 2028
21 Apr 2026, 04:13
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21 Apr 2026, 04:13
Decision Tracker
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Years of Experiance
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Matriculating, ($)
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Round 1 | 2026 | 695 GMAT Focus | 3.9 | 5 | Pakistan |
11 May 2026 12:09 AM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Denied with Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 675 GMAT Focus 327 GRE |
3.7 | 4 | China |
05 May 2026 11:57 AM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Matriculating, ($)
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Round 1 | 2026 | 695 GMAT Focus | 3.6 | 5 | United States |
04 May 2026 10:49 AM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Admitted
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Round 1 | 2026 | 8.3 | 5 | United States |
30 Apr 2026 11:32 PM
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Kellogg
MBAi |
Admitted
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2026 | 7.5 | 6 | India |
30 Apr 2026 10:22 AM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Admitted
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Round 1 | 2026 | 3.8 | 6 | Korea, Republic of |
23 Apr 2026 07:24 PM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Denied without Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 605 GMAT Focus | 8.1 | 9 | India |
23 Apr 2026 05:36 AM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 3.9 | 2 | United States |
17 Apr 2026 10:17 PM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 690 GMAT Classic | 3.7 | 3 | United States |
16 Apr 2026 02:54 PM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Interviewed
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Round 2 | 2026 | 675 GMAT Focus | 3.7 | 4 | Thailand |
14 Apr 2026 08:01 PM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Denied with Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 3.7 | 4 | Australia |
11 Apr 2026 02:37 AM
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Kellogg
Kellogg Executive MBA |
Admitted
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Round 3 | 2026 | 161 EA | 3.6 | 15 | United States |
10 Apr 2026 06:20 AM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Denied with Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 615 GMAT Focus 645 GMAT Focus |
9.4 | 4 | Mexico |
06 Apr 2026 04:38 PM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Denied without Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 645 GMAT Focus 625 GMAT Focus |
8.5 | 3 | India |
06 Apr 2026 01:21 AM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Admitted
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Round 1 | 2026 | 332 GRE | 3.6 | 7 | Korea, Republic of |
04 Apr 2026 08:38 PM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Admitted
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Round 2 | 2026 | 755 GMAT Focus | 67 | 8 | India |
04 Apr 2026 04:47 PM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Denied with Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 675 GMAT Focus | 8 | Brazil |
04 Apr 2026 09:27 AM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Admitted
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Round 1 | 2026 | 675 GMAT Focus | 7.3 | 7 | Brazil |
02 Apr 2026 07:49 AM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Denied without Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 319 GRE | 3.3 | 6 | Canada |
01 Apr 2026 12:44 PM
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Kellogg
Full Time MBA |
Denied with Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 3.6 | 4 | United States |
31 Mar 2026 08:14 AM
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 12, 2026 11:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Mar 4, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Just got done with my interview. Interviewed with the former Admissions Director for the FTMBA; expl...
Read More
Just got done with my interview. Interviewed with the former Admissions Director for the FTMBA; explicitly mentioned the interview would last approximately 25 minutes, interview ended in 23 minutes. Questions:
1. Walk me through your resume
2. Short term and long term goals
3. Why MBA, why now?
4. Why Kellogg?
5. TMAT when you displayed resilience? What was the outcome?
6. Describe your leadership style.
7. Any questions for me?
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India
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0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 6, 2026 08:03
Status:
Online with Alumni
Interviewed on:
Feb 13, 2026
Blind interview, interviewer mentioned it they had not reviewed my application outside of my resume,...
Read More
Blind interview, interviewer mentioned it they had not reviewed my application outside of my resume, I believe they were an alumni but their relationship to the program was unclear. To their credit this was a very engaging, fun, and challenging interview.
The usual questions:
-TMAY
-Why MBA, Why now
-Why Kellogg
-Short term/Long term goals
-TMAT
Lots of follow up and clarification on answers really felt like they were trying to keep me on my toes. Be expected to really hit the throughline of your story, interests, goals, etc. Personally I like this style of interview style but fair warning to be practiced and polished.
Read Less
United States
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 4, 2026 06:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Mar 4, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interviewed with the former Admissions Director for the FTMBA; explicitly mentioned the interview wo...
Read More
Interviewed with the former Admissions Director for the FTMBA; explicitly mentioned the interview would last approximately 25 minutes, interview ended in 23 minutes. Questions:
1. Walk me through your resume
2. Short term and long term goals
3. Why MBA, why now?
4. Why Kellogg?
5. TMAT when you displayed resilience? What was the outcome?
6. Describe your leadership style.
7. Is there anything else that you would like me to know that hasn’t been covered in your resume?
8. Any questions for me?
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
1
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 3, 2026 03:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Mar 2, 2026
Tell me about your higher ed and the transition from liberal arts to your career?
Tell me about you...
Read More
Tell me about your higher ed and the transition from liberal arts to your career?
Tell me about your first role after your masters?
Tell me about your career trajectory anfter your first role and how you ended up at COMPANY.
Tell me about your role at COMPANY and how you’ve grown?
Do you work and collaborate with your team members or work mostly external facing?
Have you managed anyone?
How would the person you’ve mentored describe you?
Tell me about your leadership style and how it’s changed?
Tell me about a time you received feedback?
Tell me about your entrepreneurial experiences and what motivated them?
Tell me about Extracurricular - how many people work on this with you?
What are your short term goals?
Tell me about your long term goals - do you already have an idea of what you’d like to build?
Why Kellogg?
What’s your Plan B for your short term goal?
Anything else we might not have covered that you might want to talk about?
Any questions?
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United Kingdom
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 24, 2026 12:02
Status:
Online with Student
Interviewed on:
Jan 30, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
It was very conversational and straight forward with no curve balls:
- TMAY
- Why Kellogg
- Why MBA...
Read More
It was very conversational and straight forward with no curve balls:
- TMAY
- Why Kellogg
- Why MBA
- Short term/Long term goals
- Behavioral question on how did you deal with a tough teammate
- Something I did that I am proud of and the most challenging aspect of the project
- Clubs in Kellogg I will be interested in
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India
Found this helpful?
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 21, 2026 06:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 19, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Just had my interview. She had seen my resume and goals.
Questions were pretty standard
Why MBA?
Wh...
Read More
Just had my interview. She had seen my resume and goals.
Questions were pretty standard
Why MBA?
Where would you see yourself 5 years, 10 years from now
Leadership style
How have you grown in your current role.
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 6, 2026 02:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 3, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Hi everyone, had my interview with adcom, yesterday!
It was for almost 75 mins. Detailed discussion...
Read More
Hi everyone, had my interview with adcom, yesterday!
It was for almost 75 mins. Detailed discussion on my work experience[almost 30-35 mins]. She picked each experience, and asked me to explain what I did in each role, and reason of transition to next role?
Other questions were:
1. Tell me about yourself, both personal and professional?
2. Why MBA and Why Kellogg[I clubbed my reason for 1Y format in it]?
3. Your Leadership style?
4. Your career goals? And how does Kellogg helps your achieve it?
5. How does your experience so far, makes you ready for your short term goal? How would you be able to contribute there, with your given experience?
6. Anything we missed? You want add from your end?
7. Any Questions for me?
Happy to help others prepare for their interviews too[in case you wanna do a mock]
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
1
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 6, 2026 02:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 3, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Below are the questions asked by Interviewer:
What do you enjoy most about your work?
What do you l...
Read More
Below are the questions asked by Interviewer:
What do you enjoy most about your work?
What do you least enjoy about the work?
Love to understand bit more about your goals, short term and long term goals?
What all regulations can you talk about in energy sector?
What kind of skills do you think will be required for the Consulting career you are envisioning?
What are the steps you have taken in that direction?
What if the plan doesn’t work out? what have you thought?
Which are those energy firms you think hire for business strategy roles?
why do you want to do an MBA? Why now? And why at Kellogg?
What is something that people find annoying about you?
What is something you get annoyed at by someone?
Can you talk about a time when you managed a disagreement with an individual?
How would you define your leadership style?
How would you rate your career trajectory? What do you think about that?
How did that change worldview about things?
Experiences framing your perspective
How would you rate yourself in your workplace in terms of percentile?
What do you think about 2 of your strengths and 2 of your weaknesses?
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India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 6, 2026 02:02
Status:
Online with Student
Interviewed on:
Jan 31, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Just had my interview. Was with a 1st year student. Very interview style but conversational.
Basic ...
Read More
Just had my interview. Was with a 1st year student. Very interview style but conversational.
Basic Why Kellogg,
Why MBA
Short term/long term goals
difficult team mate
something I did that I am proud of (a follow up on this was - what was the most challenging aspect of this project), clubs in Kellogg I will be interested in.
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 6, 2026 02:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 27, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
My interview debrief
22 min
Generic
Introduce yourself
Why MBA now
Why kellogg
Situation where you...
Read More
My interview debrief
22 min
Generic
Introduce yourself
Why MBA now
Why kellogg
Situation where you worked with great team ? What is a great team for you ?
How do your colleagues tell about u in 3 words
What is a great leader for you ?
Situation where you took leadership role
Anything else you want to mention?
What else do you want to know ?
My interviewer kept writing notes, and just normal questions, almost no follow ups, just one question and then next one
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India
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0
0
Kellogg MBA Employment Report
Full-time graduates:
Full-time graduates known to be seeking employment:
Full-time graduates employed at graduation:
%
Full-time graduates employed three months after graduation:
%
Average base salary:
Average signing bonus:
Consulting (35%)
Finance: Investment Banking (4.7%)
Finance: Diversified Financial Services (3.31%)
Finance: Investment Management (0.8%)
Finance: Private Equity (3.87%)
Finance: Venture Capital (1.66%)
Technology(20.4%)
Retail: E-commerce (2.76%)
Healthcare/Pharmaceuticals (1.38%)
Consumer Packaged Goods (6.9%)
Real Estate (0.55%)
Nonprofit (1.06%)
Energy (1.1%)
Media/Entertainment (2.21%)
Manufacturing (2.49%)
Kellogg Recommendation Questions
Full Kellogg Recommendation Form
1. Share an example of how the candidate has engaged with colleagues, clients, or stakeholders who held perspectives different from their own. How did they navigate the situation, and what does this demonstrate about their ability to lead or collaborate in complex environments? (300 words)
2. How does the candidate’s performance compare to those of other well-qualified individuals in similar roles? Please provide specific examples. (300 words)
3. Describe the most important piece of constructive feedback you have given the candidate. Please detail the circumstances and the applicant’s response. (250 words)
4. (Optional) Is there anything else you would like us to know?
2. How does the candidate’s performance compare to those of other well-qualified individuals in similar roles? Please provide specific examples. (300 words)
3. Describe the most important piece of constructive feedback you have given the candidate. Please detail the circumstances and the applicant’s response. (250 words)
4. (Optional) Is there anything else you would like us to know?
Kellogg MBA Essay Questions
Essay 1: Intentionality is a key aspect of what makes our graduates successful Kellogg leaders. Help us understand your journey by articulating your motivations for pursuing an MBA, the specific goals you aim to achieve, and why you believe now is the right moment. Moreover, share why you feel Kellogg is best suited to serve as a catalyst for your career aspirations and what you will contribute to our community of lifelong learners during your time here. (450 words)
Essay 2: Kellogg leaders are primed to tackle challenges everywhere, from the boardroom to their neighborhoods. Describe a specific professional experience where you had to make a difficult decision. Reflecting on this experience, identify the values that guided your decision-making process and how it impacted your leadership style. (450 words)
Video Essay : We’ve read your essays, we’ve read your resume — now we want you to bring all that to life in a video. Show us the person behind all those carefully crafted words.
The video will be comprised of three questions, each designed to help you showcase your personality and share some of the experiences that brought you here today.
Some things to keep in mind as you prepare to complete this section:
Video essays are due 96 hours after the application deadline.
A video essay link will appear on your Application Status Page after you submit your application and payment.
Essay 2: Kellogg leaders are primed to tackle challenges everywhere, from the boardroom to their neighborhoods. Describe a specific professional experience where you had to make a difficult decision. Reflecting on this experience, identify the values that guided your decision-making process and how it impacted your leadership style. (450 words)
Video Essay : We’ve read your essays, we’ve read your resume — now we want you to bring all that to life in a video. Show us the person behind all those carefully crafted words.
The video will be comprised of three questions, each designed to help you showcase your personality and share some of the experiences that brought you here today.
Some things to keep in mind as you prepare to complete this section:
Video essays are due 96 hours after the application deadline.
A video essay link will appear on your Application Status Page after you submit your application and payment.
You will need an internet-connected computer with a webcam and microphone.
The video should take about 20-25 minutes to complete, which includes time for setup.
Kellogg MBA Program Cost
Per Year
Tuition:
Req Fees:
Room and board, books, & miscellaneous expenses:
Avg Indebtness of FT students:
Graduates with Debt:
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Kellogg MBA Application Deadlines 2026
Official Kellogg ApplicationSubmit by:
Interview Invite by:
Decision by:
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 12, 2026 11:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Mar 4, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Just got done with my interview. Interviewed with the former Admissions Director for the FTMBA; expl...
Read More
Just got done with my interview. Interviewed with the former Admissions Director for the FTMBA; explicitly mentioned the interview would last approximately 25 minutes, interview ended in 23 minutes. Questions:
1. Walk me through your resume
2. Short term and long term goals
3. Why MBA, why now?
4. Why Kellogg?
5. TMAT when you displayed resilience? What was the outcome?
6. Describe your leadership style.
7. Any questions for me?
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 6, 2026 08:03
Status:
Online with Alumni
Interviewed on:
Feb 13, 2026
Blind interview, interviewer mentioned it they had not reviewed my application outside of my resume,...
Read More
Blind interview, interviewer mentioned it they had not reviewed my application outside of my resume, I believe they were an alumni but their relationship to the program was unclear. To their credit this was a very engaging, fun, and challenging interview.
The usual questions:
-TMAY
-Why MBA, Why now
-Why Kellogg
-Short term/Long term goals
-TMAT
Lots of follow up and clarification on answers really felt like they were trying to keep me on my toes. Be expected to really hit the throughline of your story, interests, goals, etc. Personally I like this style of interview style but fair warning to be practiced and polished.
Read Less
United States
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 4, 2026 06:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Mar 4, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interviewed with the former Admissions Director for the FTMBA; explicitly mentioned the interview wo...
Read More
Interviewed with the former Admissions Director for the FTMBA; explicitly mentioned the interview would last approximately 25 minutes, interview ended in 23 minutes. Questions:
1. Walk me through your resume
2. Short term and long term goals
3. Why MBA, why now?
4. Why Kellogg?
5. TMAT when you displayed resilience? What was the outcome?
6. Describe your leadership style.
7. Is there anything else that you would like me to know that hasn’t been covered in your resume?
8. Any questions for me?
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
1
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 3, 2026 03:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Mar 2, 2026
Tell me about your higher ed and the transition from liberal arts to your career?
Tell me about you...
Read More
Tell me about your higher ed and the transition from liberal arts to your career?
Tell me about your first role after your masters?
Tell me about your career trajectory anfter your first role and how you ended up at COMPANY.
Tell me about your role at COMPANY and how you’ve grown?
Do you work and collaborate with your team members or work mostly external facing?
Have you managed anyone?
How would the person you’ve mentored describe you?
Tell me about your leadership style and how it’s changed?
Tell me about a time you received feedback?
Tell me about your entrepreneurial experiences and what motivated them?
Tell me about Extracurricular - how many people work on this with you?
What are your short term goals?
Tell me about your long term goals - do you already have an idea of what you’d like to build?
Why Kellogg?
What’s your Plan B for your short term goal?
Anything else we might not have covered that you might want to talk about?
Any questions?
Read Less
United Kingdom
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 24, 2026 12:02
Status:
Online with Student
Interviewed on:
Jan 30, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
It was very conversational and straight forward with no curve balls:
- TMAY
- Why Kellogg
- Why MBA...
Read More
It was very conversational and straight forward with no curve balls:
- TMAY
- Why Kellogg
- Why MBA
- Short term/Long term goals
- Behavioral question on how did you deal with a tough teammate
- Something I did that I am proud of and the most challenging aspect of the project
- Clubs in Kellogg I will be interested in
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 21, 2026 06:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 19, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Just had my interview. She had seen my resume and goals.
Questions were pretty standard
Why MBA?
Wh...
Read More
Just had my interview. She had seen my resume and goals.
Questions were pretty standard
Why MBA?
Where would you see yourself 5 years, 10 years from now
Leadership style
How have you grown in your current role.
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 6, 2026 02:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 3, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Hi everyone, had my interview with adcom, yesterday!
It was for almost 75 mins. Detailed discussion...
Read More
Hi everyone, had my interview with adcom, yesterday!
It was for almost 75 mins. Detailed discussion on my work experience[almost 30-35 mins]. She picked each experience, and asked me to explain what I did in each role, and reason of transition to next role?
Other questions were:
1. Tell me about yourself, both personal and professional?
2. Why MBA and Why Kellogg[I clubbed my reason for 1Y format in it]?
3. Your Leadership style?
4. Your career goals? And how does Kellogg helps your achieve it?
5. How does your experience so far, makes you ready for your short term goal? How would you be able to contribute there, with your given experience?
6. Anything we missed? You want add from your end?
7. Any Questions for me?
Happy to help others prepare for their interviews too[in case you wanna do a mock]
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
1
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 6, 2026 02:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 3, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Below are the questions asked by Interviewer:
What do you enjoy most about your work?
What do you l...
Read More
Below are the questions asked by Interviewer:
What do you enjoy most about your work?
What do you least enjoy about the work?
Love to understand bit more about your goals, short term and long term goals?
What all regulations can you talk about in energy sector?
What kind of skills do you think will be required for the Consulting career you are envisioning?
What are the steps you have taken in that direction?
What if the plan doesn’t work out? what have you thought?
Which are those energy firms you think hire for business strategy roles?
why do you want to do an MBA? Why now? And why at Kellogg?
What is something that people find annoying about you?
What is something you get annoyed at by someone?
Can you talk about a time when you managed a disagreement with an individual?
How would you define your leadership style?
How would you rate your career trajectory? What do you think about that?
How did that change worldview about things?
Experiences framing your perspective
How would you rate yourself in your workplace in terms of percentile?
What do you think about 2 of your strengths and 2 of your weaknesses?
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 6, 2026 02:02
Status:
Online with Student
Interviewed on:
Jan 31, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Just had my interview. Was with a 1st year student. Very interview style but conversational.
Basic ...
Read More
Just had my interview. Was with a 1st year student. Very interview style but conversational.
Basic Why Kellogg,
Why MBA
Short term/long term goals
difficult team mate
something I did that I am proud of (a follow up on this was - what was the most challenging aspect of this project), clubs in Kellogg I will be interested in.
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 6, 2026 02:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 27, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
My interview debrief
22 min
Generic
Introduce yourself
Why MBA now
Why kellogg
Situation where you...
Read More
My interview debrief
22 min
Generic
Introduce yourself
Why MBA now
Why kellogg
Situation where you worked with great team ? What is a great team for you ?
How do your colleagues tell about u in 3 words
What is a great leader for you ?
Situation where you took leadership role
Anything else you want to mention?
What else do you want to know ?
My interviewer kept writing notes, and just normal questions, almost no follow ups, just one question and then next one
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Kellogg MBA Essay Questions
Essay 1: Intentionality is a key aspect of what makes our graduates successful Kellogg leaders. Help us understand your journey by articulating your motivations for pursuing an MBA, the specific goals you aim to achieve, and why you believe now is the right moment. Moreover, share why you feel Kellogg is best suited to serve as a catalyst for your career aspirations and what you will contribute to our community of lifelong learners during your time here. (450 words)
Essay 2: Kellogg leaders are primed to tackle challenges everywhere, from the boardroom to their neighborhoods. Describe a specific professional experience where you had to make a difficult decision. Reflecting on this experience, identify the values that guided your decision-making process and how it impacted your leadership style. (450 words)
Video Essay : We’ve read your essays, we’ve read your resume — now we want you to bring all that to life in a video. Show us the person behind all those carefully crafted words.
The video will be comprised of three questions, each designed to help you showcase your personality and share some of the experiences that brought you here today.
Some things to keep in mind as you prepare to complete this section:
Video essays are due 96 hours after the application deadline.
A video essay link will appear on your Application Status Page after you submit your application and payment.
Essay 2: Kellogg leaders are primed to tackle challenges everywhere, from the boardroom to their neighborhoods. Describe a specific professional experience where you had to make a difficult decision. Reflecting on this experience, identify the values that guided your decision-making process and how it impacted your leadership style. (450 words)
Video Essay : We’ve read your essays, we’ve read your resume — now we want you to bring all that to life in a video. Show us the person behind all those carefully crafted words.
The video will be comprised of three questions, each designed to help you showcase your personality and share some of the experiences that brought you here today.
Some things to keep in mind as you prepare to complete this section:
Video essays are due 96 hours after the application deadline.
A video essay link will appear on your Application Status Page after you submit your application and payment.
You will need an internet-connected computer with a webcam and microphone.
The video should take about 20-25 minutes to complete, which includes time for setup.
Kellogg Recommendation Questions
Full Kellogg Recommendation Form
1. Share an example of how the candidate has engaged with colleagues, clients, or stakeholders who held perspectives different from their own. How did they navigate the situation, and what does this demonstrate about their ability to lead or collaborate in complex environments? (300 words)
2. How does the candidate’s performance compare to those of other well-qualified individuals in similar roles? Please provide specific examples. (300 words)
3. Describe the most important piece of constructive feedback you have given the candidate. Please detail the circumstances and the applicant’s response. (250 words)
4. (Optional) Is there anything else you would like us to know?
2. How does the candidate’s performance compare to those of other well-qualified individuals in similar roles? Please provide specific examples. (300 words)
3. Describe the most important piece of constructive feedback you have given the candidate. Please detail the circumstances and the applicant’s response. (250 words)
4. (Optional) Is there anything else you would like us to know?
FAQ
What GMAT score do I need for Kellogg?
The average GMAT score for Kellogg is around 740 (Classic) / 695 (Focus Equivalent) for the latest incoming class. As score is just one component of the application it does not mean that you can get in with 740 and someone will get dinged with 700.
Here is what you can use as a guide:
Here is what you can use as a guide:
1) Are you from an over-represented demography? If yes, add 30 points to the average to arrive at a competitive score for your peer group.
2) Are you from a unique background or disadvantaged group such as a refugee or first-time college grad? You can subtract 30 points from the average and still get in.
What is the average GRE score for Kellogg?
Kellogg average GRE score for the latest incoming class is 326. The dynamics for most schools with GRE admissions is that a great profile with a lower-caliber GRE score seems to be acceptable but a below average profile will usually not be able to get in with above-average GRE score. As the result, the average GRE score may look very tenable but it may not result into an Admit. This is just an average score and schools admit a spectrum of applicants.
Does Kellogg accept without GRE or GMAT?
Kellogg requires that you submit either a GMAT or a GRE score for MBA Admissions. Both GMAT Focus and GMAT Classic are accepted.
What GPA do you need to get into Kellogg?
Kellogg average GPA is 3.7 note that the GPA is only calculated for the domestic US applicants and international GPA equivalents are not converted or included in this average. As the result, there is more leeway for international applicants as their GPA does not impact school's average but keep in mind that GPA's vary based on the prestige of the institution and rigor of the program attended. If your GPA is below 3.4 but is competitive for your program or background, you should address and explain this fact in the optional comments/essay available in the application specifically specifically for this purpose.
When is Kellogg MBA program application deadline?
Kellogg has 3 application deadlines:
Round 1 is September 10, 2025 (the best round to apply)
Round 2 is January 07, 2026 (still OK round to apply)
Round 3 is April 01, 2026
Round 1 is best for admissions and scholarships. Round 2 tends to be the most competitive. Round 3 is not for friendly for most applicants and has the least chances of financial aid.
Round 1 is September 10, 2025 (the best round to apply)
Round 2 is January 07, 2026 (still OK round to apply)
Round 3 is April 01, 2026
Round 1 is best for admissions and scholarships. Round 2 tends to be the most competitive. Round 3 is not for friendly for most applicants and has the least chances of financial aid.
How long is the FT MBA program at Kellogg?
Kellogg Full Time MBA program is 20 months long. You will start the program in August/September (the first 1-2 weeks will be orientation) and graduate in April/May. The full-time MBA program has a break for a summer internship.
Does Kellogg have a Part Time MBA program?
In addition to Full Time MBA, Kellogg has a highly-ranked Part Time MBA program in several formats such as holding classes in the evenings and weekends.
How much is Kellogg MBA tuition?
MBA is expensive! Kellogg MBA Program costs $81,015 per year, plus $1,790 in required school fees. In addition, you will need an additional $25,197 per year for room and board (living expenses).
How many years of work experience do you need to get into Kellogg Business School?
Kellogg Requires at least 2 years of work experience for their Full Time MBA program. Two years is minimum and the recommended / ideal work experience is 5-6 years, which gives you more content for the application and is more likely to result into admission. More experience also offers a stronger resume and better chances for recruiting.
Keep in mind that having too much work experience such as 10 or more years, is often detrimental to your chances.
Keep in mind that having too much work experience such as 10 or more years, is often detrimental to your chances.
What is the starting salary for MBA from Kellogg?
Average starting salary for Kellogg is $169,698 per year. Many graduates report receiving a sign on bonus of $35,324 on average. In addition, many qualify for annual incentive, retention, or performance bonuses up to 20% of their annual pay.
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