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Executive MBA
Vanderbilt Executive MBA

Admissions

The Vanderbilt Executive MBA enrolls experienced professionals ready to elevate their leadership and expand their impact through rigorous academics, executive-level leadership development, and a powerful peer network. Because our program is intentionally small and highly collaborative, admission is competitive and holistic.

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Admissions Requirements

With an incoming class size of about 50 students each year, our Executive MBA program has the power to open doors and gives you the opportunity to be a part of a close-knit, supportive community that stays with you for life.

The ideal candidate for this program has at least five years of management experience, ranging up to 20 years or more. Our students are looking for a program that offers the opportunity to gain an outstanding education without interrupting their career progression.

Having employer support or endorsement is encouraged so that you can take new ideas and skills learned in class on Saturday back to work and implement them on Monday.

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Application Deadlines

The Fall 2026 Vanderbilt Executive MBA application is currently open.

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact a member of our team.

IMPORTANT DATES
Round 1 Application DeadlineNovember 14, 2025
Round 2 Application DeadlineJanuary 31, 2026
Round 3 Application Deadline (Nonprofit Scholarship Deadline)March 31, 2026
Round 4 Application DeadlineMay 31, 2026

*Applications are accepted and reviewed after the Round 4 Application Deadline on a rolling basis, if seats remain.

Pre-Assessment

To get a better sense of your eligibility for the Vanderbilt Executive MBA program, we encourage you to submit your resume or LinkedIn profile as a pre-assessment. Our team will review your information and give feedback to help you determine next steps.

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How to Apply

Take the first step toward enhancing your career, developing yourself as a leader and discovering a close-knit community of alumni from all over the world.

Application Checklist:

  • Completed, submitted application, including application fee
  • Undergraduate transcripts (and graduate transcripts, if applicable)
  • Executive Assessment (EA), GMAT, an existing GRE score, or approved test waiver
  • Career essay
  • Two professional recommendations
  • Resume
  • Evaluative interview

Learn more about the process or check the status of your completed application.

Tuition, Loans, and Scholarships

Business school is a significant investment in your personal and professional development. Many Executive MBA students are self-funded, although some receive financial support from their employers. Both students and employers tend to report they see immediate ROI from the Executive MBA program.

Tuition and Expenses
Scholarships and Special Funding
Financing & Loans
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Admissions Events

Our Executive MBA admissions events are designed to help you learn more about our program and get to know our community. We offer opportunities to connect on-campus, off-campus, and virtually.

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Executive MBA Class Profile

A snapshot of the class of 2027. See the full class profile.

  • 46

    Class Size

  • 46%

    Percentage of women

  • 54%

    Percentage of men

  • 17%

    Percentage of military

  • 13

    Average years of work experience

  • 24%

    Percentage of students with advanced degrees

Personal Consultation

We encourage you to talk with us before you’ve submitted an application. Schedule a personal consultation now to determine which program will best help you achieve your career goals. The earlier we meet, the more we can help you through the application process. Our goal is to support you through this process and throughout the Executive MBA program.

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FAQ

  • Q. What type/amount of work experience is required?

    A. Five years (minimum) of managerial experience is required; this includes either managing people, large projects, budgets and/or processes. Talk to us if you have questions about whether your experience qualifies.

  • Q. Can I sit in on a class?

    A. Absolutely, but please call us to schedule in advance. This will allow us to introduce you to a student host and the professor.

  • Q. Is an assessment exam required for admission?

    A. An assessment is one option candidates may pursue to demonstrate academic readiness/ability and qualification for the EMBA program. Candidates are permitted to submit GRE, GMAT, or EA scores for consideration as a part of the application process. 

    Alternatively, candidates may pursue the test waiver option, in which they may submit documentation from both professional and academic backgrounds demonstrating quantitative strengths and readiness for the rigor of our quantitatively intensive program.

    In addition to the test waiver option, students may also pursue the MBA Math program online to both prepare for the program and prove quantitative ability. The completed transcript from the MBA Math program may be submitted with the test waiver request form and, if approved, will satisfy the testing requirements of the application process.

  • Q. Once I have begun the Executive MBA program, can I switch to the Global Immersion track?

    A. If any student determines during the first year of the program that the Global Track is more applicable to his/her career aspirations, it is possible to pivot to the Global Track. However, space on the Global Track is limited, and any student adjusting their track must communicate that desire to our staff to ensure availability.

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