Admissions
As part of a highly competitive selection process, the Carlson School carefully considers each applicant's demonstrated and potential abilities as a student, manager and leader.
1. Application
The Carlson Full-Time MBA program offers a streamlined online application. The following materials are required to apply:
- Personal statement essay
- GMAT or GRE score
- Transcripts
- 2 professional references
- Current resume
- Video essay
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2. Interview
An interview for the Full-Time MBA program is required for admission. Interviews are by invitation only, offered on weekdays in person or via Skype.
3. Decisions
All applicants will receive an admissions decision via email. Admitted students will receive an admission packet in the mail.
4. Emails about your application
You will be receiving application update emails from gradappinfo@umn.edu, please add this email to your contact list or safe list so that they are not caught in your spam filter.
Application Dates - Fall Start
| Round | Submission Deadlines | Decision Notification |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | November 1 | December 15 |
| Round 2 | December 1 | February 1 |
| Round 3 | February 1 | March 15 |
| Round 4 | April 1 | May 15 |
Deadlines that occur on a weekend or holiday are extended through the next business day.
We will review applications beyond our final round deadline on a case by case basis
Personal Statement Essay
Your personal statement should be no more than 1200 words (3 pages), that address the following questions:
- Briefly describe your short-term and long-term career goals. Why are you choosing to pursue an MBA at this time in your career, and what are you hoping to accomplish by doing so?
- Why are you interested in pursuing an MBA at the Carlson School of Management? What do you feel makes you a strong candidate for the program?
- Do you have an enterprise program that you are currently interested in and why? What skills would you bring to this enterprise?