Cambridge Judge MBA Interview: Format and Dates
How Cambridge MBA interviews work: shortlisting, the virtual interview day, interview windows by round and the timing of offers.
Interview format
The Admissions Committee reviews each application and decides whether to shortlist the applicant for interview, with notification within 3 weeks. All admissions interviews are held virtually over a two-week period in each round; shortlisted applicants schedule their own slot. Before the interviews, Cambridge runs a virtual interview day with sessions on the programme, networking with other candidates and a Q&A with current students and alumni. Cambridge Judge does not publish the interview length or questions.
Interview dates for September 2027 entry
| Round | Application deadline | Virtual interview day | Admissions interviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | 24 August 2026 | 25 September 2026 | 28 September to 9 October 2026 |
| Round 2 | 5 October 2026 | 6 November 2026 | 9 to 20 November 2026 |
| Round 3 | 4 January 2027 | 12 February 2027 | 15 February to 12 March 2027 |
| Round 4 | 22 March 2027 | 16 April 2027 | 19 to 30 April 2027 |
| Round 5 | 4 May 2027 | 28 May 2027 | 1 to 11 June 2027 |
After the interview
Cambridge usually notifies all applicants of the outcome within 3 weeks of the interview. Successful candidates receive a conditional offer. Accepting it requires a non-refundable reservation fee of GBP 7,950, which counts toward tuition, and a financial guarantee; the offer becomes unconditional once all conditions are met.
Sources
- 1. Cambridge Judge Business School, MBA: Apply (September 2027 entry)
- 2. Cambridge Judge Business School, MBA FAQs