The most amazing application in the world won’t help you if you miss the deadline. While we understand your desire to perfect your materials, time management is a skill that’s critical in both business and applying to B-school. 

Applications are due by 11:59 PM EST on the due dates noted above.

You must have the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree from an accredited institution by the time of application. You can submit an unofficial copy of all of your undergraduate and graduate transcripts (and degree documents, if applicable) with your application, but official transcripts will be required if you’re accepted. 

You can provide either GMAT or GRE scores, which are valid for five years after you took the exam. You may self-report your score on the application or upload unofficial score reports. If accepted, official reports will be required. If you take the GMAT or GRE more than once, we will use your highest total score and the corresponding breakout scores in evaluating your application. We do not mix and match scores.

Make sure your resume provides current educational information and professional experience, including dates. These dates should match your application. Including community service activities and your hobbies/interests is encouraged, as it helps us get to know you better. Your resume should be no longer than one page.

Part 1: Short-answer questions

Select one prompt from each group of the three groups below. Respond to each selected prompt in 100 words or less (<100 words each; 300 words total). Every word counts here — the tight word count is intentional to force you to focus. 

Group 1
I want people to know that I:
I made a difference when I:

Group 2
I was humbled when:
I am out of my comfort zone when:

Group 3
I was aware that I was different when:
I was challenged when:

​Part 2: Career Goal Essay

Michigan Ross is a place where people from all backgrounds with different career goals can thrive. Please share your short-term career goal. Why is this career goal right for you?  (300 words)

Admissions Blog:  How the Admissions Director Would Answer the Michigan Ross MBA Essay Questions

Optional statement
Is there something in your resume or application that could use some explanation? This is your chance to elaborate. You might want to discuss completion of supplemental coursework, employment gaps, academic issues, etc. 

Michigan Ross uses the GMAC Common Recommendation Form, and we require only one recommendation. Select a recommender who can discuss your professional performance and work style; a current or former supervisor is ideal. Alternatives include a client, project manager, or professional mentor. Your recommender should be able to answer the following questions:

• Please provide a brief description of your interaction with the applicant and, if applicable, the applicant's role in your organization. (50 words)
• How does the performance of the applicant compare to that of other well-qualified individuals in similar roles? (E.g., what are the applicant's principal strengths?) (500 words)
• Describe the most important piece of constructive feedback you have given the applicant. Please detail the circumstances and the applicant’s response. (500 words)

IMPORTANT: This is NOT the official recommendation, but rather a list of the questions that will be sent to the individual you identify as your recommender in the application. The actual recommendation and ratings form must be submitted online by your recommender. Your application is not considered complete until we receive your recommendation.

Interviews are conducted by invitation only. You may interview on campus or with a Ross alum in your local area. Skype interviews are available as an alternative. 

If you interview on campus, you can take part in a full day of activities, including sitting in on a class, hearing from a panel of current students, networking with representatives from centers and institutes, participating in the team exercise, and eating lunch with Admissions staff and current students.

Admissions Blog: Interview mythbusters and other things you need to know

The nonrefundable $200 application fee is waived for:

Active members and veterans of the U.S Military - please provide a copy of military orders or a DD-214.

Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, or Teach for America volunteers who have served within the past three years - please provide proof of membership that includes the name of the organization and dates of service.

Currently enrolled students in a University of Michigan graduate degree program

Citizens of a country on the UN's list of least-developed countries - verified at time of application.

Application fee waiver requests can be made by emailing rossadmissions@umich.eduand including "Application Fee Waiver Request" in the subject line. We do not waive application fees for any other reason.

The team exercise is up to you, but we highly recommend it for a few reasons:

1. It allows you to get to know potential classmates.
2. It allows us to gauge your interpersonal and communication skills.
3. It provides another way to assess your “fit” with Michigan Ross.

The team exercise is offered in Ann Arbor on all interview days for invited candidates.

The Admissions team tentatively plans to host the team exercise for Round 1 candidates in India and China and for Round 2 candidates in Tokyo and Sao Paulo.