EMBA Deadlines

Dates and Application Deadlines for the Executive MBA

We review applications throughout the year in the order that they are submitted. Rolling admission means the committee will provide you with a decision in about two weeks from the time your online application is submitted. èßäÊÓÆµapp are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as they are ready to be in the best position for both admission and scholarships.

All applicants will be evaluated for merit-based scholarships.

Key Dates & Deadlines

Application Deadlines for Enrollment
Deadline Fall 2025 Entry
Spring 2026 Entry
Early Review*
 December 9, 2024
August 11, 2025
Round 1**  February 10, 2025
 September 15, 2025
Round 2  April 14, 2025
 October 27, 2025
Final  June 9, 2025
 December 1, 2025

*Applicants who submit their application by the Early Review deadline will automatically receive a $5,000 scholarship if admitted plus be considered for a merit-based scholarship. If you have questions, please contact MBAinfo@smu.edu.

**èßäÊÓÆµapp who apply by the Round 1 deadline will receive a $2,500 scholarship upon admittance to the program.