Responding to the spread of the coronavirus and changes to GMAT and GRE testing, Berkeley Haas has updated the deadlines and procedures for late-round MBA applications.
The following is a list of information from the Haas admissions offices, created to guide applicants through the process of applying to our programs. The information will be updated as the situation evolves.
Full-time MBA
Application review continues for fall 2020, and we are on schedule to receive Round 3 applications. Admissions interviews have been transitioned to virtual formats.
We are opening a new extended deadline of May 4th, 2020 to assist candidates who have been delayed in completing their application due to their inability to take the GMAT/GRE or difficulty in obtaining letters of recommendation, etc.
Our Round 3 deadline will remain on April 2, 2020 with decisions released on May 7th. Candidates submitting applications for the May 4th extended application deadline will receive decisions on June 4th, 2020.
Throughout this time, we are available to connect with you virtually:
- Live Q&A Sessions: We will be hosting live online admissions question and answer sessions twice a day for the next few weeks. Sign up here.
- Email: We will continue to monitor and promptly respond to all emails sent to [email protected].
- Recorded Chats & Videos: Browse our library of recorded resources to learn more about the application process and Haas.
- Application Bootcamp: Get guided assistance on completing your application.
Evening & Weekend MBA
Application review and processing continues on schedule for all application rounds. Round 2 applicants can still expect a decision on April 10. Round 3 applicants will receive their decisions as planned on June 5.
Round 4: A new application deadline of April 7th has been announced. Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit their application, and decisions will be sent on June 5. If you are unable to complete part of your application by the deadline due to COVID-19, please contact our admissions office at [email protected] or call us at 510-642-0292.
Throughout this time, we are available to connect with you virtually:
- Email: We will continue to monitor and promptly respond to all emails sent to [email protected].
- Phone Consultations: We will continue offering phone consultations with our admissions team to discuss any aspect of the application process.
- Recorded Webinars: Browse our library of recorded webinars to learn more about the application process and MBA experience.
Executive MBA
Application review and processing continues on schedule. Round 2 applicants can still expect a decision on March 26.
Throughout this time, we are available to connect with you virtually:
- Email: We will continue to monitor and promptly respond to all emails sent to [email protected].
- Recorded Webinars: Browse our library of recorded webinars to learn more about the application process and MBA experience.
Accelerated Access
Accelerated Access, a new Berkeley Haas program, will give undergraduates the option of applying early for a spot in the full-time MBA program and deferring for two to five years to gain the required professional experience. The program is initially open only to UC Berkeley undergraduate and graduate students in their final year of study, with a plan to expand to students throughout the University of California system and then more broadly in the future.
Deadlines remain unchanged and are April 2 for Round 1 and June 11 for Round 2.
Standardized Tests: We acknowledge that many standardized test centers are closed. If you plan to apply in the first round and have completed all other application elements, you may still submit by April 2 and complete the exam at the earliest possible date in the future, but no later than May 21. You’re encouraged to register now while dates are still available. On the application, add a “0” as the score received. This will alert us to watch for your test scores to arrive. Also, please email us with your unofficial scores once you have completed the test. The unofficial score will be added to your application while we wait for your official score to arrive.
If you plan to apply in the second round, the timeline is unchanged and the standardized test must be completed on or before June 11.
Letters of Recommendation (LORs): The letters of recommendation provide valuable insight into your character and achievements and are an important part of our evaluation. Please encourage your recommenders to submit their LORs as close to the April 2 or June 11 deadline as possible. Although we will accept your application without the recommendations, a review of your candidacy will be delayed until both LORs have been received. It is your responsibility to follow-up with your recommender.
Throughout this time, we are available to connect with you virtually. We will continue to monitor and promptly respond to all emails sent to [email protected].