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Simon MBA Program Guide 2026
All Business Schools
The Simon Business School at the University of Rochester, founded in 1958 and renamed in 1986 after William E. Simon, offers top-ranked MBA, MS, and PhD programs. With ~500 students, it emphasizes analytical rigor, leadership, and value-driven education, leveraging Rochester’s affordability and a strong alumni network
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The Simon Business School at the University of Rochester, founded in 1958 and renamed in 1986 after William E. Simon, offers top-ranked MBA, MS, and PhD programs. With ~500 students, it emphasizes analytical rigor, leadership, and value-driven education, leveraging Rochester’s affordability and a strong alumni network
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Simon Class Profile
Simon Class ProfileApplicants:
Class Size:
Acceptance Rate:
%
Yield Rate:
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Simon Deadlines
Official Simon ApplicationSubmit by:
Interview Invite by:
Decision by:
Calling All Simon MBA Applicants: 2026 intake Class of 2028
27 May 2026, 19:01
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27 May 2026, 19:01
Calling Simon Rochester MBA Applicants: 2024 Intake Class of 2026
04 Jul 2024, 02:24
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04 Jul 2024, 02:24
Decision Tracker
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Status
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Year
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Years of Experiance
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted
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Round 4 | 2026 | Waiver | 8.5 | 2 | India |
28 May 2026 08:59 AM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($$$$)
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Round 4 | 2026 | 5 | United States |
27 May 2026 09:08 AM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted
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Round 5 | 2026 | 5 | Viet Nam |
15 May 2026 10:27 AM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Interviewed
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Round 3 | 2026 | Waiver | 7.1 | 5 | India |
01 May 2026 10:32 AM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Denied without Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 665 GMAT Focus | 7.3 | 3 | India |
22 Apr 2026 02:14 PM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($$)
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Round 1 | 2026 | 8.8 | 4 | India |
28 Mar 2026 01:16 AM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($$$$)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 635 GMAT Focus 655 GMAT Focus |
3.6 | 3 | India |
24 Mar 2026 09:31 AM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($$$)
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Round 1 | 2026 | 329 GRE | 3.9 | 6 | Ghana |
23 Mar 2026 08:01 AM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($$$)
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Round 4 | 2026 | Waiver | 9.4 | 6 | Brazil |
20 Mar 2026 06:01 PM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted
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2026 | 595 GMAT Focus | 69 | 4 | Egypt |
15 Mar 2026 11:46 AM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($$$$)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 311 GRE | 3.5 | 5 | United States |
12 Mar 2026 11:37 PM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Waitlisted without Interview
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2026 | 615 GMAT Focus | 7.4 | 4 | India |
07 Mar 2026 12:09 PM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($$$)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 7.1 | 10 | Viet Nam |
02 Mar 2026 06:34 AM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($$$$)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 735 GMAT Focus | 3.9 | 3 | Viet Nam |
27 Feb 2026 09:42 AM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted
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2026 | 555 GMAT Focus | 3.9 | 3 | India |
26 Feb 2026 02:08 PM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($$)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 700 GMAT Classic 322 GRE |
3.3 | 5 | Bangladesh |
26 Feb 2026 10:36 AM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Interviewed
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Round 1 | 2026 | Waiver 610 GMAT Classic |
6 | Nigeria |
25 Feb 2026 03:08 AM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($$)
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Round 1 | 2026 | 6.3 | 10 | India |
22 Feb 2026 04:55 PM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted
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2026 | 800 GMAT Classic | 3.5 | 6 | China |
28 Jan 2026 10:35 PM
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Simon
Full Time MBA |
Admitted
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2026 | 331 GRE | 9 | Nigeria |
15 Jan 2026 02:05 PM
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 13, 2026 07:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Mar 9, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interviewer: Daniela 15 mins
Tell me about yourself
Why MBA
Why Simon
ST/LT goal
Challenge in worki...
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Interviewer: Daniela 15 mins
Tell me about yourself
Why MBA
Why Simon
ST/LT goal
Challenge in working with Cross function team
That was my shortest interview in a long time .-.
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 13, 2026 07:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 25, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interviewer: Tonya 27 mins
Tell me about yourself
Why MBA
Why Simon
ST/LT goal
Strengths I can brin...
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Interviewer: Tonya 27 mins
Tell me about yourself
Why MBA
Why Simon
ST/LT goal
Strengths I can bring to the school
Challenge in working with Cross function team
No time to ask questions
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India
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 12, 2026 10:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 5, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Completed my interview. My interviewer was an adcom, they opened the resume on the call for referenc...
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Completed my interview. My interviewer was an adcom, they opened the resume on the call for reference.
Questions they asked -
1. Tell me about yourself and your professional journey
2. Managerial experience (this was profile based)
3. Travel experience (profile based)
4. Why MBA? Why now? Short term and long term goals? Orgs and to roles I'm considering
5. Why Simon?
6. a couple of follow-up questions based on my profile and answers
Overall, my interview was conversational.
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 12, 2026 10:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 5, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Just had my interview
Interviewer checks the resume and asks
Tell me about your academic and profe...
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Just had my interview
Interviewer checks the resume and asks
Tell me about your academic and professional background
Why Simon?
What courses do you look forward to learn in Simon?
Leadership and team work examples
Cross Functional team work examples
18-20mins interview
Short term and long term goals?
Which companies do you target for working in US?
Are you planning to work in US?
What is your plan B?
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Pakistan
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 3, 2026 11:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 31, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interviewer checks the resume and asks
Introduce yourself
Why MBA
Why Now
Why Simon
Data driven deci...
Read More
Interviewer checks the resume and asks
Introduce yourself
Why MBA
Why Now
Why Simon
Data driven decision making at your workplace
What type of software do you use at your work for data analysis
Leadership and team work examples
Cross Functional team work examples
Goals
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 3, 2026 11:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 28, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interviewed on yesterday. The interviewer, AdCom lady, was more interested in data driven decision a...
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Interviewed on yesterday. The interviewer, AdCom lady, was more interested in data driven decision at my work. Discussed in detailed. It was a 25 minutes session. Hoping for the best.
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 3, 2026 11:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 27, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
It was conversational. Questions:
- Tell me about yourself
- Why MBA
- Why Simon
- short an...
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It was conversational. Questions:
- Tell me about yourself
- Why MBA
- Why Simon
- short and long term goals
- experience using Data
- experience in cross teams
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Jan 19, 2026 07:01
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 15, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Blind Interview
- Why MBA? Why Simon?
- International experience
- Hobbies
- Outside of the class...
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Blind Interview
- Why MBA? Why Simon?
- International experience
- Hobbies
- Outside of the classroom
- TMAT when you faced a challenge while working in a team
- Backup plan
- Any questions for me?
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Dec 17, 2025 02:12
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Dec 12, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Honest speaking it was more of standardised questions..like
-Why mba
-Why simon
-Team mates describ...
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Honest speaking it was more of standardised questions..like
-Why mba
-Why simon
-Team mates describing
-Short term goals
-Long term goals.
-International work culture
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Dec 17, 2025 02:12
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Dec 10, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Just finished my interview, It was with Adcom
1. Tell me about yourself and briefly walk me through...
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Just finished my interview, It was with Adcom
1. Tell me about yourself and briefly walk me through your resume.
2. Why Simon business school?
3. What is your experience with using data?
4. What is your short term goal, what companies are you looking at and what roles post-MBA.
5. How will I contribute to Simon?
Walk me through your resume
Why MBA? Why Simon?
ST Goals and Backup plan
TMAT question related to international experience/ culture shift
Your analytical skills
TMAT you face a challenge working with a team.
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Simon 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 (18.5%)
Finance: Diversified Financial Services (22.2%)
Technology(25%)
Healthcare/Pharmaceuticals (13.9%)
Consumer Packaged Goods (5.6%)
Manufacturing (3.5%)
Simon Recommendation Questions
Full Simon Recommendation Form
Simon Business School's Full-time MBA, Full-Time MS, and Part-Time programs do not require or accept letters of recommendation as part of the application process.
Simon MBA Essay Questions
The Simon MBA requires two mandatory essays, each 250–500 words:
Essay 1 — Career Goals & Fit
In 250–500 words, address the following:
Essay 2 — Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
In 250–500 words, describe:
Optional Essay (500 words)
You can share additional information that helps the Admissions Committee evaluate your candidacy — for example, context around a professional gap or other relevant circumstances.
Essay 1 — Career Goals & Fit
In 250–500 words, address the following:
- Your short-term and long-term goals after graduation.
- A backup plan if your primary short-term goal doesn’t immediately materialize.
- How your education and experience support these goals.
- What specific aspects of the Simon MBA make it a strong choice for you.
Essay 2 — Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
In 250–500 words, describe:
- How you have supported diversity, equity, inclusion, and access in your life (personal, academic, professional, or volunteer).
- How you hope to grow in these areas during your MBA at Simon.
Optional Essay (500 words)
You can share additional information that helps the Admissions Committee evaluate your candidacy — for example, context around a professional gap or other relevant circumstances.
Simon 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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Simon MBA Application Deadlines 2026
Official Simon ApplicationSubmit by:
Interview Invite by:
Decision by:
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 13, 2026 07:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Mar 9, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interviewer: Daniela 15 mins
Tell me about yourself
Why MBA
Why Simon
ST/LT goal
Challenge in worki...
Read More
Interviewer: Daniela 15 mins
Tell me about yourself
Why MBA
Why Simon
ST/LT goal
Challenge in working with Cross function team
That was my shortest interview in a long time .-.
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 13, 2026 07:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 25, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interviewer: Tonya 27 mins
Tell me about yourself
Why MBA
Why Simon
ST/LT goal
Strengths I can brin...
Read More
Interviewer: Tonya 27 mins
Tell me about yourself
Why MBA
Why Simon
ST/LT goal
Strengths I can bring to the school
Challenge in working with Cross function team
No time to ask questions
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 12, 2026 10:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 5, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Completed my interview. My interviewer was an adcom, they opened the resume on the call for referenc...
Read More
Completed my interview. My interviewer was an adcom, they opened the resume on the call for reference.
Questions they asked -
1. Tell me about yourself and your professional journey
2. Managerial experience (this was profile based)
3. Travel experience (profile based)
4. Why MBA? Why now? Short term and long term goals? Orgs and to roles I'm considering
5. Why Simon?
6. a couple of follow-up questions based on my profile and answers
Overall, my interview was conversational.
Read Less
Pakistan
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 12, 2026 10:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 5, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Just had my interview
Interviewer checks the resume and asks
Tell me about your academic and profe...
Read More
Just had my interview
Interviewer checks the resume and asks
Tell me about your academic and professional background
Why Simon?
What courses do you look forward to learn in Simon?
Leadership and team work examples
Cross Functional team work examples
18-20mins interview
Short term and long term goals?
Which companies do you target for working in US?
Are you planning to work in US?
What is your plan B?
Read Less
Pakistan
Found this helpful?
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0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 3, 2026 11:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 31, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interviewer checks the resume and asks
Introduce yourself
Why MBA
Why Now
Why Simon
Data driven deci...
Read More
Interviewer checks the resume and asks
Introduce yourself
Why MBA
Why Now
Why Simon
Data driven decision making at your workplace
What type of software do you use at your work for data analysis
Leadership and team work examples
Cross Functional team work examples
Goals
Read Less
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 3, 2026 11:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 28, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interviewed on yesterday. The interviewer, AdCom lady, was more interested in data driven decision a...
Read More
Interviewed on yesterday. The interviewer, AdCom lady, was more interested in data driven decision at my work. Discussed in detailed. It was a 25 minutes session. Hoping for the best.
Read Less
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0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 3, 2026 11:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 27, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
It was conversational. Questions:
- Tell me about yourself
- Why MBA
- Why Simon
- short an...
Read More
It was conversational. Questions:
- Tell me about yourself
- Why MBA
- Why Simon
- short and long term goals
- experience using Data
- experience in cross teams
Read Less
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0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Jan 19, 2026 07:01
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Jan 15, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Blind Interview
- Why MBA? Why Simon?
- International experience
- Hobbies
- Outside of the class...
Read More
Blind Interview
- Why MBA? Why Simon?
- International experience
- Hobbies
- Outside of the classroom
- TMAT when you faced a challenge while working in a team
- Backup plan
- Any questions for me?
Read Less
Taiwan
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Dec 17, 2025 02:12
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Dec 12, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Honest speaking it was more of standardised questions..like
-Why mba
-Why simon
-Team mates describ...
Read More
Honest speaking it was more of standardised questions..like
-Why mba
-Why simon
-Team mates describing
-Short term goals
-Long term goals.
-International work culture
Read Less
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Dec 17, 2025 02:12
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Dec 10, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Just finished my interview, It was with Adcom
1. Tell me about yourself and briefly walk me through...
Read More
Just finished my interview, It was with Adcom
1. Tell me about yourself and briefly walk me through your resume.
2. Why Simon business school?
3. What is your experience with using data?
4. What is your short term goal, what companies are you looking at and what roles post-MBA.
5. How will I contribute to Simon?
Walk me through your resume
Why MBA? Why Simon?
ST Goals and Backup plan
TMAT question related to international experience/ culture shift
Your analytical skills
TMAT you face a challenge working with a team.
Read Less
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Simon MBA Essay Questions
The Simon MBA requires two mandatory essays, each 250–500 words:
Essay 1 — Career Goals & Fit
In 250–500 words, address the following:
Essay 2 — Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
In 250–500 words, describe:
Optional Essay (500 words)
You can share additional information that helps the Admissions Committee evaluate your candidacy — for example, context around a professional gap or other relevant circumstances.
Essay 1 — Career Goals & Fit
In 250–500 words, address the following:
- Your short-term and long-term goals after graduation.
- A backup plan if your primary short-term goal doesn’t immediately materialize.
- How your education and experience support these goals.
- What specific aspects of the Simon MBA make it a strong choice for you.
Essay 2 — Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
In 250–500 words, describe:
- How you have supported diversity, equity, inclusion, and access in your life (personal, academic, professional, or volunteer).
- How you hope to grow in these areas during your MBA at Simon.
Optional Essay (500 words)
You can share additional information that helps the Admissions Committee evaluate your candidacy — for example, context around a professional gap or other relevant circumstances.
Simon Recommendation Questions
Full Simon Recommendation Form
Simon Business School's Full-time MBA, Full-Time MS, and Part-Time programs do not require or accept letters of recommendation as part of the application process.
FAQ
What GMAT score do I need for Simon?
The average GMAT score for Simon is around 650 (Classic) / 595 (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:
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.
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 Simon?
Simon average GRE score for the latest incoming class is 316. 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 Simon accept without GRE or GMAT?
A Simon Full-Time MBA applicant may be eligible for an application fee waiver ($90 value) if they meet one or more of the following criteria:
-Official service (US only) to community or country (e.g. Teach for America, Peace Corps, US Military)
-University of Rochester or Partner School alumni
-Academic/Professional excellence (at least two out of the following)
-3.3 cumulative GPA (submit School-issued official transcript)*
-Minimum of four years full-time professional experience
-670 GMAT or 324 GRE (submit Test-Taker results)
* To be considered for a waiver using your cumulative GPA, your GPA must be on a 4.0 scale. We do not accept self-translated GPAs from candidates, however, we will accept GPAs officially accessed and translated by a credential evaluation service to a 4.0 scale.
What GPA do you need to get into Simon?
Simon average GPA is 3.3 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 Simon MBA program application deadline?
Simon has 5 application deadlines:
Round 1 is October 15, 2024
Round 2 is January 05, 2025 (the best round to apply)
Round 3 is February 15, 2025
Round 4 is March 31, 2025
Round 5 is May 01, 2025 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 October 15, 2024
Round 2 is January 05, 2025 (the best round to apply)
Round 3 is February 15, 2025
Round 4 is March 31, 2025
Round 5 is May 01, 2025 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 Simon?
Simon 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 Simon have a Part Time MBA program?
Simon have Executive, Evening, Hybrid, and Online MBA Programs apart from Full time MBA
How much is Simon MBA tuition?
MBA is expensive! Simon MBA Program costs $52,500 per year, plus $1,480 in required school fees. In addition, you will need an additional $17,570 per year for room and board (living expenses).
How many years of work experience do you need to get into Simon Business School?
Simon 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 Simon?
Average starting salary for Simon is $140,445 per year. Many graduates report receiving a sign on bonus of $38,941 on average. In addition, many qualify for annual incentive, retention, or performance bonuses up to 20% of their annual pay.
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