IESE Business School offers four MBA application rounds annually, giving applicants flexibility based on readiness and timelines. The final two rounds for the Class of 2027 are still open—ideal for those applying now.
Rounds 1 and 2 have already been completed for the Fall 2025 intake.
Here are the key upcoming deadlines:
Round 3:
- Application Deadline: March 20, 2025
- Final Decision: May 14, 2025
Round 4:
- Application Deadline: May 6, 2025
- Final Decision: June 13, 2025
Applying in Round 3 is recommended if you're ready—it offers better scholarship chances and visa flexibility compared to Round 4.
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IESE Business School follows a four-round application cycle for its full-time MBA program. The first two rounds—Round 1 (closed on Sept 26, 2024) and Round 2 (closed on Jan 9, 2025)—have already been completed for the Class of 2027.
The next opportunity is Round 3, with applications due by March 20, 2025. Interview invitations go out by early April, and final decisions are expected by May 14, 2025. After that comes Round 4, the last window to apply—deadline is May 6, 2025, and final decisions are released by June 13, 2025.
If you're planning to apply now, you’ve got two rounds left. Round 3 is ideal if you’re ready, while Round 4 can work if you need a bit more time—but scholarships and visa flexibility may be more limited.
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