Given the competitive applicant pool, you are encouraged to apply in the round in which you can submit your "best" application.
The Early Action option is ideal for applicants who have completed their MBA research and have decided that this is the best program for them. Applicants admitted in Early Action must submit a tuition deposit along with official transcript(s) by December 9, 2016.
If your ability to enroll is dependent upon receiving merit-based scholarship assistance, you should apply during Early Action, Round 1, or Round 2.
International Applicants: you must apply during Early Action, Round 1, or Round 2 for visa processing.
Re-applicants: reapply for during Early Action or Round 1.
Application Deadlines for 2016 - 2017
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Early Action |
Round 1 |
Round 2 |
Round 3 |
Application Deadline (all deadlines are at 11:59 pm ET) |
Sept. 13, 2016 |
Oct. 13, 2016 |
Jan. 4, 2017 |
Mar. 20, 2017 |
Interview Invitations Sent By Midnight (ET) — Not viewable on phone or mobile device. |
Sept. 27, 2016 |
Nov. 10, 2016 |
Feb. 2, 2017 |
Mar. 30, 2017 |
Interview Period
Visit the interviews page for details regarding our interview process. Interview dates vary by location, but occur during the time period indicated here. |
In Durham:
Sept. 8 - Oct. 6, 2016
Off-Campus Locations:
Oct. 7 - 8, 2016 |
In Durham & Off-Campus: Nov. 28 - Dec. 6, 2016 |
In Durham:
Feb. 13 - 25, 2017
Off-Campus Locations:
Feb. 8 - 25, 2017 |
Via Skype: Apr. 3 - 8, 2017 |
Decision Notifications Sent By Midnight (ET) — Not viewable on phone or mobile device. |
Oct. 20, 2016 |
Dec. 16, 2016 |
Mar. 15, 2017 |
Apr. 17, 2017 |
Admit Weekend (Blue Devil Weekend or BDW) |
There will be two admitted student weekends: Feb. 3 - 5, 2017 and April 20 - 22, 2017. Once admitted, you may attend one or both events. |
Domestic Student 1st Tuition Deposit & Official Transcript Deadline |
Dec. 9, 2016 |
Feb. 15, 2017 |
May 5, 2017 |
May 12, 2017 |
International Student 1st Tuition Deposit & Official Transcript Deadline |
Dec. 9, 2016 |
Feb. 15, 2017 |
Apr. 27, 2017 |
May 12, 2017 |
1st Non-Refundable Tuition Deposit Amount |
3,000 USD |
2,000 USD |
2,000 USD |
2,000 USD |
2nd Non-Refundable Tuition Deposit and Deadline |
June 15, 2017
1,000 USD |
June 15, 2017
1,000 USD |
June 15, 2017
1,000 USD |
June 15, 2017
1,000 USD |
Visa Paperwork Deadline for International Students |
Mar. 3, 2017 |
Mar. 3, 2017 |
May 5, 2017 |
May 22, 2017 |
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