Georgia Terry MBA: 2026-2027 deadlines and requirements
Key facts
| Program | Full-Time MBA |
|---|---|
| City | Athens, Georgia |
| Rank | #25 (tie) in U.S. News 2026 Best Business Schools |
| Class size | 58 entering students in the Fall 2026 class |
| GMAT score | Average 616 for the Fall 2026 class. Only 12% of the class reported it. Edition not stated. |
| GRE | Average 315 for the Fall 2026 class. |
| Tests it takes | Takes the GMAT, the GRE or the Executive Assessment. There is no minimum score. Test waivers are decided case by case. They need 2 years of U.S. military service, 2 years of full-time professional work, or current enrollment in another UGA graduate program, plus one more sign of strength, such as a strong U.S. academic record or an advanced degree. |
| Application fee | $100, paid online when you submit the application. The page names no fee waiver for the Full-Time MBA. |
| Tuition | Each academic year in 2026-2027: tuition $14,064 for Georgia residents, $36,000 for non-residents and $37,032 from outside the U.S. Student fees add $1,494. There is also a one time $500 program fee. |
| English test | TOEFL or IELTS is required if your degree is from outside the U.S. in a country where English is not the main language. Preferred scores: TOEFL 5.0 overall for tests taken on or after January 22, 2026 (100 before that), IELTS 7.0. |
Application rounds
| Round | Apply by | Decision by |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | October 10, 2026, 11:59 p.m. Eastern | December 4, 2026 |
| Round 2 (recommended deadline for international applicants) | January 10, 2027, 11:59 p.m. Eastern | March 19, 2027 |
| Round 3 (final deadline for international applicants, recommended for merit scholarships and full tuition assistantships) | March 10, 2027, 11:59 p.m. Eastern | May 7, 2027 |
| Round 4 (final deadline for all applicants, including dual degree programs) | May 10, 2027, 11:59 p.m. Eastern | June 4, 2027 |
Essays
- 250 words. Describe your short-term career goals after completing the MBA. How have your previous experiences shaped those goals, and how do they connect to your long-term career aspirations?
- 250 words. Share an example of a challenge or initiative that required persistence over time. What kept you engaged until completion?
- 250 words. Share something about yourself that your classmates might not learn from your resume or application. Why is it meaningful to you?
- Optional, 250 words. Optional written response. Please use this space to share relevant information that isn't revealed anywhere else in your application materials.
- Optional, 2 minutes. Optional video essay. Details and prompts are in the application.
Recommendations
2 letters. Professional recommendations are preferred.
Interview
By invitation only, after the school reviews your application. Virtual interviews are offered. A campus visit day adds a meal with current students and a class visit.
Other parts of the application
A one page resume. Unofficial transcripts from every school, with official ones after admission. 2 years of full-time work after the bachelor's degree before you enter. A GPA of at least 3.0 is expected, and you may add a written statement if yours is lower. Scores are self-reported at first and official ones are due after admission.
Links
Sources
- Georgia Terry: How to Apply, Full-Time MBA, read November 1, 2026
- Georgia Terry: Full-Time MBA Class Profile, read November 1, 2026
- Georgia Terry: Full-Time MBA Tuition and Financing, read November 1, 2026
- Georgia Terry: International Student Applicants, read November 1, 2026
- Georgia Terry: Graduate Program Application, read November 1, 2026
- Campus photo: Coxonian, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
