University of Chicago Booth School of Business MBA Deadlines: Application Rounds, Decision Dates, and Timeline
Chicago Booth Full-Time MBA deadlines and decision dates for the 2026-2027 cycle, entering autumn 2027.
Application Timeline Overview
Chicago Booth has three Full-Time MBA rounds for the 2026-2027 cycle, for students entering in autumn 2027, plus a Chicago Booth Scholars round for applicants in their final year of undergraduate study. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. Central Time on the deadline day.
Application Rounds
| Round | Deadline | Decision Date |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | September 15, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CT | December 3, 2026 |
| Round 2 | January 7, 2027, 11:59 p.m. CT | March 25, 2027 |
| Round 3 | April 1, 2027, 11:59 p.m. CT | May 20, 2027 |
| Chicago Booth Scholars | April 1, 2027, 11:59 p.m. CT | June 24, 2027 |
Which Round Should You Apply In?
Booth states: "Candidates in all three rounds are viable and evaluated equally. There is no advantage from our perspective on when you decide to hit submit." Booth recommends that international students consider earlier rounds for visa processing.
Key Dates to Remember
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Round 1 decision | December 3, 2026 |
| Round 2 decision | March 25, 2027 |
| Round 3 decision | May 20, 2027 |
| Booth Scholars deadline | April 1, 2027 |
| Booth Scholars decision | June 24, 2027 |
| Application fee | $250 (Waived for Booth Scholars applicants) |
Sources
- 1. Chicago Booth, Full-Time MBA How to Apply (2026-2027 deadlines)
- 2. Chicago Booth, Full-Time MBA International Applicants
- 3. Chicago Booth, Full-Time MBA FAQ