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MBA Early Admission for Undergrads

Get Accepted Now, Start Your MBA Later

MBA Early Admission for Undergrads allows undergraduates from institutions nationwide to secure deferred, early decision to the Georgia Tech Scheller Full-time or Evening MBA programs.

MBA Early Admission for Undergrads allows you to plan ahead and secure admission during the final year of your undergraduate studies. Once you are admitted, you will work full-time after graduation, then enroll in our Full-time MBA program or continue working as you enter our Evening MBA program.

Undergraduate students of all disciplines can get a jump start on career plans by gaining early action to Georgia Tech Scheller’s Full-time and Evening MBA programs. Any U.S. citizen attending an accredited U.S. college or university is eligible to apply.

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The MBA Early Admission for Undergrads program allows students who are U.S. citizens attending an accredited U.S. college or university to secure deferred admission to the Georgia Tech Scheller Full-time or Evening MBA programs.

Why Pursue MBA Early Action?

Your undergraduate degree prepares you for the working world, and an MBA will leverage your work experience to broaden your knowledge, give you a competitive advantage in the job market, and help grow your career more quickly.

MBA Early Action Benefits

MBA Early Admission for Undergrads applicants receive:

An application fee waiver for your official MBA application when you are ready to enroll
If admitted, guaranteed admission to the Full-time and Evening MBA programs for 5 years
Invitations to MBA networking events prior to enrolling in the program to build your network

You are eligible to apply for MBA early decision if you meet all of the following requirements:

You are in your final year of undergraduate study
You have a post-graduation employment offer
You have a valid GMAT or GRE or test-optional essay
You have attended a Full-time or Evening MBA information session
You are a U.S. citizen attending an accredited U.S. college or university

The admissions committee will consider applications without a GMAT or GRE test score. However, a valid GMAT or GRE score is strongly encouraged for MBA Early Admission for Undergrads candidates.

Application Deadlines

August & December graduates: Application due February 1
May graduates: Application due June 1

How to Apply

Submit the following information to apply. All information must be received for consideration:

MBA Early Admission for Undergrads application (including a statement of purpose, resume, employment letter, unofficial transcript, and unofficial GMAT or GRE score report)
Two letters of recommendation (preferably one academic, one professional): Letters of recommendation may be sent via email to mba@scheller.gatech.edu from the recommender
Submit an essay addressing quantitative readiness if applying test optional. Utilize this essay to highlight the criteria that point to evidence supporting your academic preparedness without a test score. Also include any quantitative experience in your professional and academic history that you believe has equipped you to succeed academically in the MBA program. (2,000 character limit).

Complete MBA Early Admission for Undergrads applications received by the application deadline will receive an admissions decision within eight weeks.

Submit Your Application

Work in an approved, professional position in the public, private, or nonprofit sector for a minimum of two years to enter the Evening MBA or a minimum of three years to enter the Full-time MBA.
Complete the official online MBA application by the Round 1 deadline for the semester you want to enroll.
Confirm your admission through the Full-time or Evening MBA Admitted Student Website and submit your enrollment fee to hold your place in the class.

Your admission offer is eligible for five years after graduation from your undergraduate studies. Your early admission does not require you to apply or ultimately enroll in Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business.

The Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business offers a variety of funding opportunities for the MBA program, including graduate assistantships and fellowships. Submitting your Full-time MBA or Evening MBA application by the Round 1 deadline for the semester you want to enroll in will ensure you receive first consideration for these opportunities.

For more information about funding opportunities for each program, visit the Full-time MBA Tuition and Financing and Evening MBA Tuition and Financing pages.

MBA Early Admission for Undergrads

Get Accepted Now, Start Your MBA Later

Learn More About MBA Early Admission for Undergrads

Why Pursue MBA Early Action?

MBA Early Action Benefits

Early Admission Eligibility

Application and Admissions

Application Deadlines

How to Apply

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Admitted Student Requirements

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