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programs/mba/rochester-simon-qs-mba
Salary & Career
avg salary$162,111
employed at 3mo94%
Program Info
duration2 years
tuition$104,000
formatFull-time
teachingEconomics-based approach (The Simon Method) combining quantitative analysis, case studies, and experiential learning projects
Class Profile
class size110
avg age28
avg work experience5 years
women %40%
international %32%
Rankings
QS rank#107
tierIII
Admissions
GMAT Range
650-740
TOEFL Min
100+
IELTS Min
7.0+
GRE
Accepted
Application Deadlines
round1October 15, 2024
round2January 5, 2025
round3March 15, 2025
Curriculum
Core Courses
STR 401: Managerial EconomicsGBA 411: Business ModelingACC 401: Corporate Financial ReportingFIN 402: Capital Budgeting and Corporate BuyoutsMKT 402: Marketing ManagementOMG 402: Operations ManagementSTR 421: Competitive Strategy
Elective Areas
FinanceMarketingConsultingOperationsBusiness Analytics
Concentrations
Asset ManagementCorporate FinanceVenture Capital & Private EquityBrand ManagementProduct ManagementOperations & AnalyticsStrategyPricing
Top Recruiters
AmazonDeloitteBank of AmericaPwCMicrosoft
Top Industries
ConsultingFinancial ServicesTechnologyConsumer Packaged Goods
Exchange Programs
WHU – Otto Beisheim School of ManagementIESE Business SchoolKeio UniversityLondon Business School
Program Highlights
  • -STEM-designated MBA program
  • -Customizable curriculum
  • -Focus on analytics and leadership development
ROI
total cost$104,000
program typeFull-time
APPLICATION TIMELINE
# plan your timeline for MBA
deadline:
Oct 15, 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, 2026Jul 15, 2025 (-414 days)
[done]Document Gathering
# Collect transcripts and credentials
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Aug 15, 2025 (-383 days)
[done]Letters of Recommendation
# Request and follow up on references
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Aug 15, 2025 (-383 days)
[done]Essay Writing
# Draft and refine application essays
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Sep 15, 2025 (-352 days)
[done]Final Review & Submission
# Complete and submit application
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Oct 15, 2025 (-322 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)