MBA Application Process
Admissions Process – Wake Forest MBA
Rolling Admissions Process
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Admissions decisions are made on submitted application files only. Once an application is complete, an applicant is notified in approximately four weeks of the decision through the online application system. To begin the process, we recommend verifying your eligibility below and accessing the online application. Details on application components are shown below.
Application Deadlines for Fall 2025 Enrollment – In-Person Format (Charlotte or Winston-Salem):
- Scholarships may be awarded throughout the admissions cycle as funds are available. Consult with Admissions Counselor for more information. No separate scholarship application required.
- Applications will be considered after this date on a space-available basis.
Application Deadlines for Spring 2025 Enrollment – Hybrid Format (Charlotte/Online):
- Scholarships may be awarded throughout the admissions cycle as funds are available. Consult with Admissions Counselor for more information. No separate scholarship application required.
- Applications will be considered after this date on a space-available basis.
Application Deadlines for 2024-25 Enrollment – Online Format:
- Scholarships may be awarded throughout the admissions cycle as funds are available. Consult with Admissions Counselor for more information. No separate scholarship application required.
- Applications will be considered after this date on a space-available basis.
Program Eligibility
The School of Business welcomes applicants who have demonstrated academic achievement, professional experience and community involvement. We look for driven and motivated candidates who work well in teams and whose values parallel those of the Wake Forest University School of Business.
For MBA enrollment, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university (open to all majors).
- Preference given to candidates with 2 years of full-time work experience prior to the program start date. Other exceptions considered on an individual basis.
- Applicants not employed full time must receive approval from the Program Director or Associate Dean.
Receipt of Transcripts & Scores
To check the status of received official transcript(s), GMAT/GRE score(s) and TOEFL/IELTS score(s), please login to your Applicant Portal and choose your application to view a summary of your application status and requirements. Enter the same username and password that you use to login to your online application.
Our office processes a large volume of application components daily, so check back often for new updates as this is the best method to check the receipt of your supplemental materials. Once materials are received by our office, it can take up to ten business days to update your Applicant Portal. If it has been more than ten days and your Applicant Portal is not properly updated, please contact the Office of Enrollment Management.
When mailing official transcripts, it is suggested that you use FedEx or another type of service that provides you with package tracking capability.
Reapplication Policy
If you completed the online application process for the prior year, you may reapply for the subsequent year. Please verify your program eligibility before beginning the application process. As a reapplicant, you will complete an abbreviated application process; any supplemental materials that were previously submitted to the Office of Enrollment Management will be automatically transferred to your new application file. When you complete the online application, please answer yes to the question “Are you reapplying for enrollment?” on the Additional Information tab, indicating your intent to reapply. If you applied to the School of Business previously, we maintain official transcripts and official scores for up to three years. You are welcome to contact our office to inquire about previously submitted materials.
Non-traditional Student
A non-traditional student is defined as an applicant who did not enroll in college directly after high school graduation to either pursue a career or enlist in the military and is just now completing an undergraduate degree OR an applicant who withdrew from college to pursue a career and is just now completing an undergraduate degree. Note that the Admissions Committee will evaluate the quality of the work experience obtained during this time.
Deposit Deadlines
All candidates will receive a decision within four weeks after their application is complete. The MBA deposit payment of $1,000 is due one week after notification of an admittance. Note: an additional fee is assessed for processing fees if paying via credit card. Enrollment deposit payments are non-refundable.
Deposit Extension
In certain cases, the Admissions Committee will grant an extension to the deposit deadline. All extension requests must be reviewed by the Admissions Committee.
