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Applying to the MBA Program

Are you thinking about applying to Stanford GSB? We encourage you to start the application process as soon as you are ready.

In this section, you will find all the information you need to complete your online application.

Education
Education

Describe your educational journey to date.

Professional Experience
Professional Experience

In addition to your resume, help us understand your professional history.

Personal Information, Activities & Awards
Personal Information, Activities & Awards

Tell us about yourself and your interests.

Letters of Reference
Letters of Reference

We require two letters of reference, preferably from individuals who have supervised your work.

Test Scores

We require either the GMAT or GRE and, if applicable, English language proficiency tests.

Essays
Essays

We want to get to know you and learn why you are interested in us.

Optional Short-Answer Questions
Optional Short Answer Questions

An opportunity to share more deeply about your contributions and background.

Application Fee
Application Fee

The MBA program application fee is $275 — we also offer fee waivers for certain applicants.

Instructions for:

Deferred Enrollment
Joint & Dual Degrees
Reapplication
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Resources for MBA Applicants
Resources for MBA Applicants
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Application Assistance

Supplemental Application Information

If there is any information that is critical for us to know and is not captured elsewhere, include it in the “Additional Information” section of the application. Pertinent examples include:

  • Extenuating circumstances affecting academic or work performance
  • Academic experience (e.g., independent research) not noted elsewhere

Do not email, fax, or mail supplemental application materials to our office, such as video links, CDs/DVDs, photos, et al. We will not review these items or follow any links you provide in your application.

If you need to correspond with the MBA admissions office about your online application, you must email us from the email address that is associated with your online application.

To update relevant information in your application after the deadline, log in to your application and select the “provide new information” link.

If you send the MBA admissions office information after the application deadline, we cannot guarantee that it will be reviewed.

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Last Updated 22 Jun 2020