UCLA Anderson MBA Programs: Full-Time MBA, Deferred Enrollment Program, Executive MBA
UCLA Anderson Full-Time MBA, Deferred Enrollment Program and Executive MBA compared by length, schedule, cost, class size, and test policy.
Programs overview
UCLA Anderson's degree programs include the Full-Time MBA, Fully Employed MBA, Executive MBA, UCLA-NUS Executive MBA, Master of Financial Engineering, Master of Science in Business Analytics, and a Ph.D. program. This page covers the Full-Time MBA, its Deferred Enrollment Program, and the Executive MBA. The Full-Time MBA is a two-year program; the Class of 2028 enrolled 287 students. Estimated MBA program fees are $82,734 per year for AY 2026-27. A GMAT, GRE, or EA score is optional. The Deferred Enrollment Program is Anderson's early-career route into the Full-Time MBA. College seniors at U.S. institutions graduating between October 2026 and June 2027 apply by April 25, 2027 (decisions June 18, 2027), with no application fee, and enroll after two to five years of work. A GMAT, GMAT Focus or GRE score is required for this route. The Executive MBA takes 22 months, with classes on campus on weekends, bi-weekly or once per month. Students enter in the fall. The average cohort is 120 students with an average of 17 years of work experience. GMAT/GRE/EA scores are optional.
Program comparison
| Program | Length | Schedule | Cost | Class size | Test score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time MBA | 2 years | Full-time, on campus | $82,734 per year (estimated program fees, AY 2026-27) | 287 (Class of 2028) | Optional |
| Deferred Enrollment Program | 2 years, after 2 to 5 years of work | Full-time, on campus | Full-Time MBA fees at enrollment; no application fee | Not published | Required (GMAT, GMAT Focus or GRE) |
| Executive MBA | 22 months | Weekends, bi-weekly or once per month | See program page | 120 (average cohort) | Optional |
Executive MBA 2026-2027 rounds
| Round | Deadline | Decision release |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | December 1, 2026 | January 31, 2027 |
| Round 2 | February 1, 2027 | March 31, 2027 |
| Round 3 | May 1, 2027 | June 30, 2027 |
Sources
- 1. UCLA Anderson, Full-Time MBA Class Profile (Class of 2028)
- 2. UCLA Anderson, Financing Your MBA (estimated budgets, AY 2026-27 and AY 2027-28)
- 3. UCLA Anderson, Full-Time MBA Requirements (deadlines, essays, interviews, 2026-2027 application year)
- 4. UCLA Anderson, Executive MBA
- 5. UCLA Anderson, Executive MBA Requirements and Deadlines
- 6. UCLA Anderson, Deferred Enrollment Program