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Pivot with Purpose

An MBA provides the skills to navigate change.

UNC Kenan-Flagler MBA students bring their own unique experiences and passion to the program, as well as their own professional goals. From pivoting to a new industry to working in a new role, you’ll find immense ROI from our ultra-customizable degree.

Consistently top-ranked, the UNC Kenan-Flagler Full-Time MBA program is recognized as one that bolsters leadership skills and the business acumen required for a lasting and impactful career. 

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What to expect from our Full-Time MBA:

  • Sharpen your professional focus through 140+ elective courses and 13 academic concentrations.
  • Plenty of opportunities to get involved as a student leader, bolstering your experience and preparing you for your post-MBA career. UNC Kenan-Flagler has over 40 active student-led MBA clubs and organizations.
  • Learn in the #1 State for Business (CNBC) and down the road from Research Triangle Park (RTP), which hosts more than 250 businesses – from Fortune 100 companies to startup organizations.
  • A strong, diverse professional network of peers who you will remain connected to for life. Here, you’ll join our powerful, global alumni network of 46,000 Tar Heels.
  • Dedicated career coaches who are invested in helping you launch your career with purpose and confidence. Full-Time MBA Class of 2024 graduates reported an average base salary of $140,490 and an average signing bonus of $33,422 (85% of students received a signing bonus).

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Learning to lead in a supportive community

Hear from Taylor Jackson (MBA ’23) about her involvement in clubs and organizations as Full-Time MBA student, and how it compliments her coursework.

2025-2026 application deadlines

 

Submission
deadline		 GMAT/GRE
waiver deadline**		 Decision
release		 Deposit
deadline
Round 1 October 7, 2025 September 16, 2025 December 17, 2025 February 10, 2026
Round 2 January 6, 2026 December 9, 2025 March 11, 2026 April 14, 2026
Round 3* March 3, 2026 February 3, 2026 April 22, 2026 May 12, 2026
Round 4 April 21, 2026 March 31, 2026 May 20, 2026 June 9, 2026

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the application date.
*Round 3 is the final deadline for international applicants.
** The Admissions Committee requires all applicants seeking a GMAT/GRE waiver to submit requests by the test waiver deadline for each round. Late submissions may be denied or moved to the next round.

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Upcoming Events

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Aug 14

Coffee Chat with Admissions – Boston

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. EST Mighty Squirrel Coffee Bar | Boston, MA

Our Admissions staff is hitting the road and meeting with prospective students in-person! Take advantage of this informal opportunity to meet in a small group close to home and learn more about our Full-Time MBA program. You'll have the chance to introduce yourself to our admissions staff, ask questions, share your hesitations, and discover the ROI of an MBA across industries.

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Mar 20

Student Panel: Ask us Anything

7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. EST Online

Bring your questions for our student panel! This is an excellent opportunity to hear directly from Tar Heel MBA students about why they chose UNC Kenan-Flagler and their Full-Time MBA experience. They will discuss the curriculum, opportunities to customize your MBA with concentrations, getting involved in clubs and organizations, and much more.

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Jul 31

Full-Time MBA Information Session – Online

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. EST Online

Learn about our top-ranked Full-Time MBA program from those who know it best! Register to have all your questions answered by a member of our admissions team. We’ll discuss the application process, our MBA curriculum, and what you can expect as an MBA student at UNC Kenan-Flagler. Webinar attendance grants you a $150 application fee waiver for the Full-Time MBA Program!

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