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Welcome 2025-2026 Rotman MBA Applicants
Welcome, all Rotman class of 2028 hopefuls. Let's use this platform to know each other, exchange ideas, and discuss app strategies. Who all are applying? Let us know by commenting below. Follow the thread and bookmark this post
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View the full Rotman Class Profile Class of 2025 --> https://www.rotman.utoronto.ca/Degrees/MastersPrograms/MBAprograms/FulltimeMBA/StudentLife/ClassProfile
ROTMAN GMAT CLUB SPOTLIGHT KEY TAKEAWAYS 2026
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Tepper offers a STEM-designated MBA in three formats: full-time, online hybrid, and accelerated. The full-time program is 21 months with an internship, while the online hybrid allows students to work while studying. The accelerated option is for those with a business undergraduate degree, completing in 12-16 months.
CURRICULUM & SPECIALIZATIONS
The curriculum emphasizes analytics, business fundamentals, and leadership. Students can choose from 14 concentrations, including AI in Business and Entrepreneurship. The program allows for customization, with students often graduating with multiple concentrations.
ADMISSIONS
Application requirements include a resume, transcripts, test scores (GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment), and a professional recommendation. A written essay and a two-minute video essay about career goals are required. Application fee is waived for attendees of the session, and test waivers are available within the application.
CAREER OUTCOMES
The Master's Career Center supports students with career counseling and events. Average starting salary for graduates is $154,000, with 83% receiving job offers within three months of graduation. Top employers include Amazon, Deloitte, and McKinsey.
COMMUNITY & LOCATION
Tepper's smaller class size fosters a close-knit community. Located in Pittsburgh, the city offers a high quality of life with affordable living and numerous cultural and recreational activities. Students benefit from Carnegie Mellon's broader university ecosystem, with access to electives across various disciplines.
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES
Tepper integrates AI into its curriculum, offering courses like machine learning for business. The Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship provides resources like seed funding and mentorship. Students can engage in capstone projects with startups and companies, enhancing practical learning experiences.
UPDATE FROM DAY 2 SESSION (JUN 11, KAREENA, ASSOC. DIRECTOR)
• BECCI program (Business English and Cultural Immersion) eases international students into US academic/cultural life
• International financing: private loans via Prodigy Finance and Empower (no US federal loans)
• Merit scholarships automatic - no separate application
• Common applicant mistakes called out: applying before profile is strongest, neglecting the video essay, under-preparing for interviews
• All work experience counts, including internships and contract work; explain career gaps in the optional essay
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Rotman MBA Deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Application Due | Decisions By |
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| Round 1 | ||
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| Round 4 |
Rotman MBA Essay 2025-26
| Essay 1 | Our admitted students stand out by doing interesting things with their personal and professional lives — something we describe as the ‘spike factor’; what are the things that you have done in your life that demonstrate Passion / Grit / Resilience / Innovation / Drive / Ambition and more? This can cross all or any aspects of life outside of work – hobbies, volunteerism, awards, entrepreneurial ventures, sports and the arts. We believe that exposure to a rich diversity of viewpoints makes for a superior learning experience, and pride ourselves on building a diverse class of exceptional individuals who will go on to make the School proud as professionals and alumni. Explain your spike factor (something unique about yourself) that you believe will contribute to the Rotman community and is aligned with Rotman values. (up to 500 words)* Optional – Please upload 1-3 of your ‘spikiest’ pictures to the supplemental items section of your application here. Note: Your photos must be uploaded as a single PDF. |
| Rotman Class Profile Class of '25 | |||||||||||||||
| Students Enrolled | 266 | ||||||||||||||
| Avg. Age | 28 | ||||||||||||||
| Avg. GPA | 3.6 | ||||||||||||||
| Avg. WE | 60 | ||||||||||||||
| Average GMAT | 672 | ||||||||||||||
| % International Students | 70% | ||||||||||||||
| % Women | 49% | ||||||||||||||
ROTMAN GMAT CLUB SPOTLIGHT KEY TAKEAWAYS 2026
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Tepper offers a STEM-designated MBA in three formats: full-time, online hybrid, and accelerated. The full-time program is 21 months with an internship, while the online hybrid allows students to work while studying. The accelerated option is for those with a business undergraduate degree, completing in 12-16 months.
CURRICULUM & SPECIALIZATIONS
The curriculum emphasizes analytics, business fundamentals, and leadership. Students can choose from 14 concentrations, including AI in Business and Entrepreneurship. The program allows for customization, with students often graduating with multiple concentrations.
ADMISSIONS
Application requirements include a resume, transcripts, test scores (GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment), and a professional recommendation. A written essay and a two-minute video essay about career goals are required. Application fee is waived for attendees of the session, and test waivers are available within the application.
CAREER OUTCOMES
The Master's Career Center supports students with career counseling and events. Average starting salary for graduates is $154,000, with 83% receiving job offers within three months of graduation. Top employers include Amazon, Deloitte, and McKinsey.
COMMUNITY & LOCATION
Tepper's smaller class size fosters a close-knit community. Located in Pittsburgh, the city offers a high quality of life with affordable living and numerous cultural and recreational activities. Students benefit from Carnegie Mellon's broader university ecosystem, with access to electives across various disciplines.
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES
Tepper integrates AI into its curriculum, offering courses like machine learning for business. The Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship provides resources like seed funding and mentorship. Students can engage in capstone projects with startups and companies, enhancing practical learning experiences.
UPDATE FROM DAY 2 SESSION (JUN 11, KAREENA, ASSOC. DIRECTOR)
• BECCI program (Business English and Cultural Immersion) eases international students into US academic/cultural life
• International financing: private loans via Prodigy Finance and Empower (no US federal loans)
• Merit scholarships automatic - no separate application
• Common applicant mistakes called out: applying before profile is strongest, neglecting the video essay, under-preparing for interviews
• All work experience counts, including internships and contract work; explain career gaps in the optional essay
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Generally depends on rounds too. But around 645+ (700 GMAT classic equivalent), you might end up getting some 20k.
At 730 on GMAT classic, I remember getting someone a decent increase a couple of years back.
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Hi all, my first ever post on this platform.
I got admitted to Rotman evening MBA with 20k scholarship (no need based). Also I have other financial support from Canadian govt., resulting in total Rotman part time MBA cost of 30k
My profile: age in 30s
Experience: 9 years of big 4 financial consulting and other analyst roles across 3 continents, Middle east, EU and americas (1 year in canadian consulting)
Gmat : exemption
Financial designations: multiple, including CFA
English: not required
Financial need : high
End goal: want to explore roles in middle east in a few year time
I am in process with NYU sterm for its EMBA and expect receive 30k, however, the remaining cost of NYU stern EMBA would still be 150k ( could be financed through prodigy)
Question : is it still a better
trade off if i peruse Sterm with 150k debt vs Rotman with 30k debt ( also need to start next year In August with Stern to US visa process delays/uncertainty) given my end goal is middle east in long term.
Note: I could share further details in DM if anyone is willing to guide/help.
I got admitted to Rotman evening MBA with 20k scholarship (no need based). Also I have other financial support from Canadian govt., resulting in total Rotman part time MBA cost of 30k
My profile: age in 30s
Experience: 9 years of big 4 financial consulting and other analyst roles across 3 continents, Middle east, EU and americas (1 year in canadian consulting)
Gmat : exemption
Financial designations: multiple, including CFA
English: not required
Financial need : high
End goal: want to explore roles in middle east in a few year time
I am in process with NYU sterm for its EMBA and expect receive 30k, however, the remaining cost of NYU stern EMBA would still be 150k ( could be financed through prodigy)
Question : is it still a better
trade off if i peruse Sterm with 150k debt vs Rotman with 30k debt ( also need to start next year In August with Stern to US visa process delays/uncertainty) given my end goal is middle east in long term.
Note: I could share further details in DM if anyone is willing to guide/help.
Hi MBAglitch and welcome!
Congratulations on your scholarship. Part-time scholarships are rare and executive programs scholarships are even more rare.
I would generally argue that your Rahman offer is very attractive and it would be hard to beat.
When evaluating part-time or executive programs, the primary way that they would assist you in recruiting would be through your fellow students and their networks.
This means you are recruiting on your own and networking. If you think that the NYU executive program can connect you with folks who have strong ties to the Middle East, it could be worth dropping extra $100,000 on that.
I’m also thinking you probably have built up a network during your career that may assist you in getting a job in the Middle East. So I would generally think that may not be worth the travel and extra expense.
PS. Stern EMBA is only 60 students. That’s a pretty small class. Bigger would’ve been better since that is going to be a primary network.
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Congratulations on your scholarship. Part-time scholarships are rare and executive programs scholarships are even more rare.
I would generally argue that your Rahman offer is very attractive and it would be hard to beat.
When evaluating part-time or executive programs, the primary way that they would assist you in recruiting would be through your fellow students and their networks.
This means you are recruiting on your own and networking. If you think that the NYU executive program can connect you with folks who have strong ties to the Middle East, it could be worth dropping extra $100,000 on that.
I’m also thinking you probably have built up a network during your career that may assist you in getting a job in the Middle East. So I would generally think that may not be worth the travel and extra expense.
PS. Stern EMBA is only 60 students. That’s a pretty small class. Bigger would’ve been better since that is going to be a primary network.
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@bb really appreciate you taking the time. Your point about leaning on my own network rather than spending more for a smaller EMBA cohort really resonated with me, especially since the cohort isn’t particularly tied to the Middle East either.
I’ve leaned toward Rotman for now, the overall value and fit feel right. That said, I’ve still been wondering how much Stern’s brand might matter in the Middle East, since brand is a big part of why I’m doing the MBA in the first place.
Thanks again, your input truly helped me get clearer on things.
Folks, what are the options for financing Canadian MBA? Which companies to apply?
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Hi, I have recently given my GMAT and got 615. I am planning to re-attempt since the scores aren’t up to the mark. Should I send my scores to selected schools now? Will I be able to send it again to the same schools after 1 month?
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Hey, did the application for 2026 MBA intake begin on their website?
Hey, where do we have to submit spike factor essay for rotman Full time mba?
Hey, I also don't see a space to submit the Spike Factor essay for Full-time MBA 2026 intake. I also notice that it isn't mentioned on Rotman's Admissions page anymore. Have they removed this component from the application?
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Anyone done with their video assessment/essay? I received two links yesterday, but the one for the video portion just says I don’t have permissions to view the page.
Have you completed the written assessment?
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