Things to Know Before Applying to INSEAD

Facts about the INSEAD MBA that shape an application: format, intakes, campuses, tests and interviews.

Facts that shape an INSEAD application

The MBA runs one year. An August start runs ten consecutive months; a January start includes a two-month summer break that can be used for an internship.
INSEAD states that curriculum, class size and composition are identical for the August and January intakes.
Applicants choose a home campus, France or Singapore. If the preferred campus is full, INSEAD offers a place on the other campus, and campus changes after assignment are rarely possible.
The GMAT or GRE is mandatory and cannot be waived. INSEAD has no minimum score and does not publish a class average.
Every applicant completes a Kira Talent video and written assessment within 48 hours of the application deadline.
Pre-selected applicants interview with two INSEAD alumni.
Native English speakers must validate a practical level (B1) of a second language.
In general INSEAD does not grant deferrals.
Management consulting took 50% of the Class of 2025.