Admissions Blog

This interview was conducted by Kelly McGarry ’26S (MS), admissions ambassador and fellow MS in Accountancy student. Could you tell me a little bit about yourself? I did my undergrad at St. John Fisher University here in Rochester, and I had a double major in accounting and corporate finance with a…

This post was written by Kelly McGarry '26S (MS), a Simon admissions ambassador and MS in Accountancy student. Community is an important aspect of graduate school. While lectures and class projects are a foundational feature of business school, the experience you have outside of the classroom can be…

This interview was conducted by Kelly McGarry ’26S (MS), admissions ambassador and fellow MS in Accountancy student. Tell me a little bit about yourself. I did my undergraduate degree in business economics with a concentration in financial management from a state school here in New York, and then I…

This post was written by Kelly McGarry '26S (MS), a Simon admissions ambassador and MS in Accountancy student. Curious about life in Rochester, NY? You’ve come to the right place. Here’s my list of “can’t miss” activities I recommend when I talk to prospective students about living and studying in…

A place to belong Simon is the place where I truly found my community. It’s where I felt like I found my people: people who show up for you, support you, and genuinely care. Community at Simon isn’t just a word that gets used often; it’s something you experience every single day. I’ve seen firsthand…

From Mumbai to Rochester, an MBA student finds a welcoming community, balanced lifestyle, and vibrant city that makes it easy to thrive.

Shreeya Sachdev ’26 (MBA) | University of Rochester Simon Business School MBA 2026 Candidate Preparing before the program begins One thing that really stood out to me about Simon Business School at the University of Rochester was that the support started well before we even stepped into the…

How experiential learning, consulting projects, and club leadership at Simon helped one international MBA student build confidence and real-world experience.

Alpha Kappa Psi is a co-ed professional fraternity offering social connection, academic support, and career preparation for students of all majors.

Efrain Rivera ’89S (MBA) shares insights on leadership, analytics, AI, and networking during a keynote conversation with the Simon community.

Learn how Simon’s Benet Career Management Center supports students through a 14-week course, advising, workshops, and alumni links to prepare for what’s next.

Missed Round 1? Round 2 still offers priority scholarship consideration, time to strengthen your application, and an early decision to prepare for business school.

Melanie Huet ’03S (MBA) shared insights on AI transformation, innovation, and career lessons during a Simon Fireside Chat with students and alumni.

Apply to Simon by Dec 1 to waive the $90 fee! Early applications boost scholarship chances and prep time for MBA, MS, PMBA, or DBA programs.

Jiayi Li ’25S shares her Simon MSMA journey, favorite courses, life in Rochester, and tips for international analytics students.

As we head into the fall it’s natural to set your sights on the year ahead. Our application is open for Fall 2026 entry, but what if you didn’t have to wait a year to make your business school dreams a reality? Simon Business School is offering an opportunity for candidates interested in the MS in…

Avoid delays: ensure transcripts, diplomas, GPA scale, and test scores are uploaded correctly for a complete Simon application.

August 22, 2025 | Simon Admissions Team There's much to be excited about this time of year in Simon Admissions. Our students are here to begin their studies for a new academic year, and we are preparing to open our application for 2026 entry in less than two weeks! But this year, there's even more…