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programs/mba/northwestern-kellogg-qs-mba
Salary & Career
avg salary$170,417
employed at 3mo95%
Program Info
duration2 years
tuition$163,180
formatFull-time
teachingMix of case studies, lectures, and experiential learning with a focus on team-based collaboration
Class Profile
class size488
avg age28
avg work experience5 years
women %49%
international %38%
Rankings
QS rank#9
tierI
WSO finance tierA
WSO consulting tierS
Admissions
GMAT Range
620-780
TOEFL Min
100+
IELTS Min
7.0+
GRE
Accepted
Application Deadlines
round1September 4, 2024
round2January 8, 2025
round3April 2, 2025
Curriculum
Core Courses
Accounting for Decision MakingBusiness StrategyFinance ILeadership in OrganizationsMarketing ManagementMicroeconomic AnalysisOperations ManagementStatistical Methods for Management Decisions
Elective Areas
AccountingEconomicsFinanceMarketingOperationsStrategy
Concentrations
Data AnalyticsEntrepreneurshipHealth Care at KelloggReal EstateSocial ImpactSustainability: Climate, Environment & Energy
Top Recruiters
McKinsey & CompanyBoston Consulting GroupBain & CompanyAmazonDeloitte
Top Industries
ConsultingTechnologyFinancial Services
Exchange Programs
London Business SchoolINSEADHKUST Business SchoolIESE Business SchoolChina Europe International Business School (CEIBS)
Program Highlights
  • -Experiential Learning
  • -Teamwork and Collaboration
  • -Leadership Development
  • -Analytical Skills
ROI
total cost$163,180
program typeFull-time
APPLICATION TIMELINE
# plan your timeline for MBA
deadline:
Sep 4, 2025
[!] Deadline passed remaining
progress:0/25 tasks
what_ready:
# reminders:
- ⚠️ URGENT: Less than 3 months until deadline - prioritize immediately
- Consider taking GMAT within 4 weeks - limited prep time remaining
- Focus on essay quality - this is your strongest differentiator now
- Reach out to recommenders immediately - they need advance notice
TIMELINE BREAKDOWN
[done]GMAT/GRE Preparation
# Study and take standardized test
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Jun 4, 2025 (-455 days)
[done]Document Gathering
# Collect transcripts and credentials
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Jul 4, 2025 (-425 days)
[done]Letters of Recommendation
# Request and follow up on references
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Jul 4, 2025 (-425 days)
[done]Essay Writing
# Draft and refine application essays
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Aug 4, 2025 (-394 days)
[done]Final Review & Submission
# Complete and submit application
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Sep 4, 2025 (-363 days)
# general guide only. check official website for requirements.
ADMISSION CALCULATOR
MBA
gpa (0-4.0):
>
gmat (200-800):
>
work_experience (yrs):
>
admission_probability:
60%
[target]
[+]gpa: strong
[~]test: average
[~]exp: average
recommendations:
- Seek leadership opportunities in current role
# estimate only. actual decisions consider essays, interviews, etc.
data: Financial Times & QS 2025
vlocal(2026-09-02)