Our Civic Scholars Program is designed for impact-driven professionals who work in the public or nonprofit sector.
We admit Neubauer Civic Scholars into the Full-Time MBA, Evening MBA, and Weekend MBA Programs.
Civic Scholars Program Admissions
Whichever MBA program format you choose, you’ll have access to the same world-class faculty, Booth’s transformative curriculum, and substantial tuition awards.
All Neubauer Civic Scholars matriculate in the fall, but application deadlines vary by program. Here’s how to apply for admission to the Civic Scholars Program.
Application Deadlines
| Program | Application Deadline | Decision Notification |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Time MBA Civic Scholars Round One |
September 22, 2022 | December 1, 2022 |
| Full-Time MBA Civic Scholars Round Two |
January 5, 2023 | March 23, 2023 |
| Evening MBA Civic Scholars | March 24, 2023 | May 12, 2023 |
| Weekend MBA Civic Scholars | March 24, 2023 | May 12, 2023 |
What We Look for
We take a holistic approach in evaluating your candidacy for the Civic Scholars Program, taking into account every component of your application. Here’s what we look for in candidates:
- A passion for and commitment to working in the nonprofit or public sector long term
- Strong academic ability
- Intellectual curiosity
- Community involvement
The Application Process
The Chicago Booth Civic Scholars Program admission process is straightforward. We take a holistic approach in evaluating applications. Here’s how the process takes shape. For additional details, see Full-Time MBA Admissions or Part-Time MBA Admissions.
- Complete the Civic Scholars Program online application, stating your intent to enroll in either the Full-Time MBA, Evening MBA, or Weekend MBA Program. Application fees are waived for all Civic Scholars applicants.
- Interviews are held virtually and are by invitation only. If you are selected for an interview, you will be notified through the online application system, under the “Application Status” section.
- Final admissions decisions will be made by the decision release date listed above. All applicants are informed of admissions decisions through the online application system, under the “Application Status” section.
If you are not offered admission to the Civic Scholars Program, you will still be considered for admission to Chicago Booth’s Full-Time MBA, Evening MBA, or Weekend MBA Program. Not being accepted into the Civic Scholars Program does not affect your offer of admission to Booth.
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Program Cost and Financial Aid
Neubauer Civic Scholars receive a full-tuition scholarship that covers the entire cost of tuition.
Program Cost and Financial AidContact Us
Questions about the Civic Scholars Program? Contact us. We look forward to hearing from you!
Civic Scholars Program
Phone: 773.702.7369
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