Admissions
Prepare to Apply for 2026!
It's never too early to focus on your business school plans for next year. Simon offers the opportunity to get feedback on your candidacy before you apply, which will give you the tools you need to submit your most competitive application when it opens in September. Additionally, check out the Simon Admissions Blog for a sneak peek at the application requirements, Admissions Committee tips, and more.
- No GMAT/GRE score required
- Merit-based scholarships available
- Apply early to maximize your chance for admission
- Streamlined application requirements
Fall Application Deadlines
*by 11:59 p.m. ET
| Round | Application Window | Deadline* | Decision By* |
|---|---|---|---|
Round 1 | September 1–October 15 | October 15 | December 15 |
Round 2 | October 16–January 5 | January 5 | March 31 |
Round 3 | January 6–February 15 | February 15 | April 20 |
Round 4 | February 16–March 31 | March 31 | May 15 |
Round 5 | April 1–May 1 | May 1 | June 15 |
Application Checklist
- Online application form
View online application here.
- Résumé and work history
We require a business formatted résumé (not a CV) and recommend it be no longer than two pages. Focus on quantifying your accomplishments and be sure to keep the formatting clean and easy to read.
- One required essay (250–500 words)
When you are preparing your response, make sure you fully answer the question and stay within the word count.
- College transcripts
School-issued official transcripts, scanned and uploaded for each college attended. Please provide all transcripts—both from undergraduate and graduate school (if applicable).
- Standardized test scores
GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment (optional):
Simon Business School offers the option to apply without a GMAT/GRE/Executive Assessment score! We share the same goal: for you to submit a standout application—but we know figuring out how best to proceed based on your individual candidacy can raise some questions. Check out our standardized test score page for more information and answers to common questions to aid in your decision making.TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test scores* (international applicants):
Test results for TOEFL or IELTS, scanned and uploaded. Find Simon’s school codes here. If you took the Duolingo English Test, enter your scores on the Test Score screen and send us your certified results.
*Explore your eligibility for a waiver »- $90 application fee*
Simon waives the application fee for active-duty military members and veterans and other eligible Full-Time MS applicants.
View online application here.
*Waiver available.
Scholarships made easy.
More than 90% of our incoming MS students receive merit-based scholarship support. Our Admissions Committee determines scholarship awards when reviewing your MS program application, so there’s no need for an additional application to be considered for scholarships. We’ve also partnered with institutions across the US to create opportunities for students to pursue graduate business education.
An MS to position you for MBA success.
Did you know Simon MS graduates can apply for admission to the Simon MBA? If admitted, a significant portion of prior MS credits will transfer, which means you’ll complete the MBA program in approximately half the time. MS graduates have three options to complete the Simon MBA:
Learn more about Simon's MS to MBA options »
Admissions Tips, Insights & Events
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Sneak Peek at 2026 Full-Time Application Requirements
