Checked against kellogg.northwestern.edu on Nov 10, 2026 · 2026-27 cycle
Kellogg MBA deadlines 2026-27
For 2026-27, Kellogg has 3 rounds, from September 9, 2026 to March 31, 2027. Decisions arrive 42 to 91 days after each deadline. The next deadline is January 6, 2027 (Round 2).
57 days from Nov 10, 2026 · decision Mar 24, 2027
Deadlines checked against each school's website on November 10, 2026. Schools can change them, so confirm on the school's own page before you apply.
Gathered by Dale, our deadline agent, and reviewed by the MBA Protocol team, led by Angela GuidoKellogg MBA deadlines and decision dates
| Round | Apply by | Decision | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | Passed Sep 9, 2026 | Dec 9, 2026 (91 days) | 5:00 PM CT |
| Round 2 | Jan 6, 2027 Next | Mar 24, 2027 (77 days) | |
| Round 3 | Mar 31, 2027 | May 12, 2027 (42 days) |
Source: Kellogg MBA application deadlines on kellogg.northwestern.edu, checked Nov 10, 2026. Dates in grey have passed. Day counts are from deadline to decision.
Kellogg deadline questions
When is the next Kellogg MBA deadline?
The next Kellogg MBA deadline is January 6, 2027 (Round 2). Check the school's own deadlines page before you submit, because schools can change dates mid-cycle.
When does Kellogg release MBA decisions?
Kellogg publishes a decision date for each deadline. This cycle, decisions come 42 to 91 days after the deadline. The full list of decision dates is in the table above.
Does Kellogg have a deferred MBA program?
Yes: Kellogg Future Leaders. Deadline: April 21, 2027. See the deferred table on our all-schools deadline page for details.
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