Admissions Blog
Simon Business School's Admissions Team gives their insight on applying to Simon as well as many other topics.
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October 18, 2024 | Simon Admissions Team Get ready to play Simon Games, a virtual business simulation allowing candidates to build their résumés and engage in experiential learning—a popular business school learning model—while competing to earn tuition scholarships! Simon Games: Business Simulation Competition and Scholarship Opportunity Simon Games is a simulation-based competition that provides
October 16, 2024 | April Marroquin The following post was written by April Marroquin, senior associate director of recruitment for executive and part-time programs at Simon Business School. April now enjoys life in Rochester as a graduate of Simon’s part-time Online MSBA program and a current PMBA
October 7, 2024 | Jenn Crandall The following post was written by Jenn Crandall, executive director of admissions. Jenn oversees recruitment and enrollment for Simon’s full-time and part-time graduate business programs. With more than 10 years of experience at Simon, she loves building long-lasting
Simon launches the new MS in AI in Business program, adding to its STEM programs that equip students with AI skills to transform industries worldwide.
September 30, 2024 | Sharise Kent The following post was written by Sharise Kent, assistant director of MBA recruitment. Sharise works with prospective students who are considering the Full-Time MBA program at Simon Business School. As a Rochester native, she loves welcoming prospective students to
September 17, 2024 | Simon Admissions & Programs Team The 2024–25 academic year is officially underway and the Simon Admissions team is gearing up for our next recruitment cycle. First up are Simon's fall on-campus events! Whether you have just submitted your application or are still in the process
August 22, 2024 | Trista Kukucka The following blog post was written by Trista Kukucka, director of MS admissions. Trista oversees recruitment and enrollment for all five of our full-time specialized master's programs. With almost a decade of experience working with Simon MS students, the Simon
Our application for Fall 2025 entry opens on September 1! Use this information to help you get ready to apply.
Simon Admissions & Programs Team | August 12, 2024 We invite you to join us at an upcoming recruiting event to learn more about Simon Business School, learn about our programs, the application process, life in Rochester, NY, and more! We are participating in a variety of events throughout the summer
August 2, 2024 | Sharise Kent The following post was written by Sharise Kent, assistant director of MBA recruitment. Sharise works with prospective students who are considering the Full-Time MBA program at Simon Business School. As a Rochester native, she loves welcoming prospective students to
July 11, 2024 | Simon Admissions & Programs Team In Admissions, we understand that plans can change—you may have originally thought business school was a year or two down the road but have realized now is the right time to advance your career. Simon Business School has rolling admissions for the
June 26, 2024 | Admissions & Programs Team The following blog post is part two of a Q&A with Katie Mulheron, director and Business Analytics career consultant for Simon’s Jay S. and Jeanne Benet Career Management Center. She shares her insight on resources the Benet Center offers to MS students, the
Katie Mulheron, director and business analytics career consultant for the Jay S. and Jeanne Benet Career Management Center shares resources for MS students.
May 21, 2024 | Admissions & Programs Team Updated September 5, 2024 Did you know: Simon Business School is a leader in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) business education. We were the first school in the US to offer a STEM-designated option to full-time MBA students in any
May 15, 2024 | Dylan George The following post was written by Dylan George, assistant director of recruitment for MS programs at Simon Business School. As a Rochester native, Dylan enjoys sharing all aspects of life in Rochester with prospective candidates and why it is an incredible place to study
Anthony Flores Kuffó '25S (MBA) Good news: while our final deadline has passed, we are accepting applications to our full-time MBA and MS programs on a space-available basis—meaning it’s still possible for you to begin business school this summer! To simplify the process, your $90 application fee is
At Simon Business School, you often hear current students, staff, faculty, administrators, and alumni refer to the “Simon family.” We all come from different countries and have various backgrounds, beliefs, and traditions, and that diversity is our strength. We care about each other, support one
Did you know: if you’re planning to start business school this year, there is still plenty of time to apply to Simon! We have specialized master’s programs in Accountancy, Business Analytics, Finance, and Marketing Analytics—those who apply to one of our MS programs by March 31 and are admitted
March 6, 2024 | Simon Admissions & Programs Team Below is a Q&A with two current Chinese MS students, Zhi Tao, an MS in Marketing Analytics candidate, and Tsz Sing Chan, an MS in Finance candidate. We encourage you to review the Q&A to learn more about Simon! If your question isn’t answered, please
There’s so much to love about Simon, but we’ve listed five reasons! Read more to find out why you’ll fall in love with Simon too.
February 5, 2024 | Simon Admissions & Programs Team You may be familiar with the term “experiential learning” but still wonder what activities meet that definition as well as the impact it can have on your future career. At Simon Business School, we encourage you to put your classroom learning to
January 23, 2024 | Simon Admissions & Programs Team Learn more about Simon Games, a business simulation allowing candidates to build their résumés and engage in experiential learning—a popular business school learning model—while competing to earn tuition scholarships! We are excited to announce
January 10, 2024 | Sharise Kent The following post was written by Sharise Kent, assistant director of MBA recruitment. Sharise works with prospective students who are considering the Full-Time MBA program at Simon Business School. As a Rochester native, she loves welcoming prospective students to
December 20, 2023 | Admissions & Programs Team As the clock ticks down on 2023, we are also quickly approaching our January 5 application deadline for our full-time MBA and MS programs. Whether you’re planning to apply (for free!) by that deadline or are targeting a future one—or one of our
December 8, 2023 | Sharise Kent The following post was written by Sharise Kent, assistant director of MBA recruitment. Sharise works with prospective students who are considering the Full-Time MBA program at Simon Business School. As a Rochester native, she loves welcoming prospective students to
November 22, 2023 | April Marroquin The following post was written by April Marroquin, senior associate director of recruitment for executive and part-time programs at Simon Business School. A Texas native, April now enjoys life in Rochester and is a recent Simon alumna, having completed a degree as
November 2, 2023 | Simon Admissions & Programs Team If business school is among your plans for 2024, our next application deadline for our full-time MBA and MS programs is January 5. However, if you want to cross “apply to business school” off your to-do list sooner, if you apply by 11:59 p.m. EST
October 27, 2023 | Sharise Kent The following post was written by Sharise Kent, assistant director of MBA recruitment. Sharise works with prospective students who are considering the Full-Time MBA program at Simon Business School. As a Rochester native, she loves welcoming prospective students to
October 19, 2023 | Admissions & Programs Team There’s still time to register to play Simon Games and compete to win a full-tuition scholarship! Hear from one of our past winners on what she gained from the experience. Are you interested in pursuing your graduate business degree? Consider Simon—the
5 Reasons to Attend Simon’s Women’s Conference October 12, 2023 | Sharise Kent The following post was written by Sharise Kent, assistant director of MBA recruitment. Sharise works with prospective students who are considering the Full-Time MBA program at Simon Business School. As a Rochester native
How to Submit Your Most Complete Application October 4, 2023 | Admissions & Programs Team In Simon Admissions & Programs, we share the same goal: for you to submit a standout application. In order to do that, it's important that you submit a complete application. This will ensure your application is
Simon Games: Level up. Win big. September 12, 2023 | Simon Admissions & Programs Team Learn more about Simon Games, a business simulation allowing candidates to build their résumés and engage in experiential learning—a popular business school learning model—while competing to earn tuition
5 Reasons You Should Attend Diversity Conference August 29, 2023 | Sharise Kent The following post was written by Sharise Kent, assistant director of MBA recruitment. Sharise works with prospective students who are considering the Full-Time MBA program at Simon Business School. As a Rochester native
Sneak Peek at 2024 Application Requirements August 11, 2023 | Simon Admissions & Programs Team With just two weeks until our full-time programs application for Fall 2024 entry launches, we wanted to provide you with some additional information so you have everything you’ll need to apply well before
Q&A with Carlos Pérez ’24S (MBA) July 25, 2023 | Simon Admissions & Programs Team The following blog post is a Q&A with Carlos Pérez, a channel marketing manager at Paychex, Inc. and a member of Simon's Executive MBA Class of 2024. Why Simon? How did you know this was the right program for you? I am
Q&A with Beau Abar ’21S (MS) July 10, 2023 | Simon Admissions & Programs Team The following post is a Q&A with Beau Abar, PhD, associate professor of emergency medicine, psychiatry, and public health sciences and assistant director of emergency medicine research at University of Rochester Medical
June 30, 2023 | Admissions & Programs Team Are you ready to pursue your graduate business degree? Even if you are content with your current role or the job opportunities on the horizon, don’t underestimate the power Simon Business School’s STEM-designated Online MS in Business Analytics (OMSBA)
Tomilola Olotu Named one of Poets&Quants’ Best & Brightest MBAs of 2023 June 1, 2023 | Admissions & Programs Team Congratulations to Tomilola Olotu, who was named among the Best & Brightest MBAs in the Class of 2023 by Poets&Quants! Tomilola is headed to Cargill, Inc. as a corporate strategy
There’s still time to begin your studies in 2023! May 17, 2023 | Admissions & Programs Team The following post is a Q&A from May 2022 with Andrew Black '22S (MBA) about his decision to apply to the MBA program later in the application cycle. Good news: while our final deadline has passed, we are
The following post provides more information about career outcomes from the MBA Class of 2022, including the fact that graduates are working in every region in the United States. Simon Business School's Full-Time MBA program is a transformational experience. In two years’ time, you’ll build a solid
If business school is one of your goals this year, don't wait! Now is a great time to apply—plus our application fee is waived if you apply by February 15! Apply for free by February 15! February 6, 2023 | Admissions & Programs Team It’s a great time to be a Simon Business School student. Our
In this blog post, Rebekah Lewin, senior assistant dean of admissions and programs, explains why you shouldn't put off your business school goals any longer. Why Now is the Time for Business School November 9, 2022 | By Rebekah Lewin There are many factors to consider as you’re deciding when you
Learn the benefits of applying for our first application deadline—October 15—and get tips directly from Simon's Admissions Committee by attending our upcoming webinar! Are you thinking about earning your graduate business degree? At Simon Business School, our programs are designed around advancing
Explore Simon's longstanding commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Diversity has always been championed and celebrated at Simon. In 1968, we were the 4th school to join The Consortium for Graduate Study in Management, and today we have one of the most diverse student bodies among US
The following post is a Q&A with Rebekah Lewin titled Admissions Director Q&A: Rebekah Lewin of the University of Rochester, Simon Business School, that was originally conducted by Lauren Wakal from Clear Admit for its Admissions Director Q&A series. Read it here. Rebekah Lewin, senior assistant