2.5–3
Average Years to Complete Program
Weekend MBA Program
Make Your Next Bold Move
Earn a world-class weekend MBA degree without putting your career on hold.
With our flexible curriculum and weekend schedule, the Booth Weekend MBA Program is ideal for curious, high-potential professionals from all corners of the United States.
Advance in your career while earning an MBA from the best academic business school in the world. The Booth Weekend MBA Program combines the world’s most flexible MBA curriculum with a class schedule that fits your needs. In our collaborative community, you’ll build the knowledge and skills to rise to any business challenge and propel yourself to the next level.
Forge Your Own Path
The best weekend MBA program in the world attracts working professionals from the Chicago area and around the country. Seventy-seven percent of Weekend MBA students travel to class from beyond Illinois. In evening classes on Fridays and Saturdays in downtown Chicago, you’ll follow the same rigorous curriculum taught in all of Booth’s MBA programs, and you’ll work with the same world-class faculty.
Weekend MBA Format
5
Total Number of Years Allowed to Complete Degree
5
2
Average Number of Courses Per Quarter
20
Required Number of Courses to Complete Your Degree*
20
130+
Courses to Choose From
130+
13
Concentrations to Choose From
13
40+
Student Groups
40+
300+
Student-Life Events per Year
300+*Plus Leadership Exploration and Development (LEAD)
| Gender |
29.5% Female / 70.5% Male |
|---|---|
| GPA (Mid-80%) | 2.9–3.8 |
| EA (Mid-80%) | 150–160 |
| GMAT (Mid-80%) | 650–750 |
| Average GRE Verbal | 158 |
| Average GRE Quant | 161 |
| Work Experience (Mid-80%) | 3–11 Years |
| Students Living outside Illinois | 77% |
| Students with an advanced degree | 42% |
| International Students* | 24% |
Based on 2022 incoming student data.
*Percentage of international students represents those attending on a work visa.
| Manufacturing | 11% |
|---|---|
| Healthcare | 9% |
| Consulting | 7% |
| Investment Management/Research | 6% |
| Software/Printing/Publishing | 6% |
| Aerospace/Transportation | 6% |
| Energy/Oil/Utilities | 6% |
| Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology | 5% |
| Consumer Products | 4% |
| Insurance | 4% |
| Other | 4% |
| Accounting | 3% |
| Diversified Financial Services | 3% |
| Government | 3% |
| Investment Banking/Brokerage |
3% |
| Non Profit | 3% |
| Real Estate |
3% |
| Arts/Media/Entertainment | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Advertising/Marketing/Communications | 1% |
| Computer-Related Services | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Commercial Banking |
1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Food Service/Lodging/Leisure | 1% |
| Law | 1% |
| Telecommunications | 1% |
| Technology - Software | 0.7% |
| Widely Diversified Manufacturing | 0.7% |
| Widely Diversified Services | 0.7% |
Based on 2022 incoming student data
Part-Time MBA Schedule
The Weekend MBA format provides a concentrated schedule that you can tailor to your lifestyle. It is an excellent choice for those who commute from different regions of the country or for those who live nearby and prefer flexibility of weekend studies.
- Classes are offered on Saturdays at 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1:30 - 4:30 p.m., as well as Fridays at 6 - 9 p.m. (shared with Evening MBA students)
- All classes are held at Gleacher Center in downtown Chicago with convenient hotel options within a few blocks
- Experience a complete day dedicated to studying and engaging with your peers
- Meet with student groups or partake in events on Saturdays during lunch hour
- Each class meets once per week and some courses are offered online
- Take daytime classes as your schedule permits at the Harper Center in Hyde Park
Traveling to Chicago
Seventy-six percent of Booth Weekend MBA students travel to our downtown campus each weekend from California, Indiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Wisconsin, and beyond.
As a commuter, you will have access to:
- Free shuttle service to and from Midway and O’Hare Airports before and after class on Saturdays
- Discounted rates at nearby downtown Chicago hotels
- Saturday access to student events, faculty, the administrative office, academic advisors, and Career Services
Most out-of-town students arrive Saturday morning, attend two classes, and still have time to study, network, and socialize before leaving town. Weekend students can also take a Friday evening course if their schedule allows. Students within driving distance often carpool with classmates from the same area.
Discover Academic Life at Booth
Find out how our educational approach will prepare you to think for yourself, challenge the status quo, and ground discoveries in data.
Discover Academic Life at Booth
Explore the Part-Time MBA Student Experience
In our collaborative community, you’ll expand your network, get involved, learn to lead, and put your best ideas into action.
Explore the Part-Time MBA Student Experience
Elevate Your Career
Whether you’re seeking a career change or looking to advance in your current organization, a Chicago Booth Evening or Weekend MBA will empower you to succeed.
Elevate Your Career
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Attend a Weekend MBA Admissions Event
Admissions staff, students, and alumni host admissions events year-round, primarily off-campus, and/or virtually. Our events take place around the globe.
Chicago Booth MBA Masterclass Series
Go inside the Booth classroom by viewing past MBA Masterclass sessions with our world-class faculty, and sign up for future, real-time MBA Masterclass virtual events.
Chicago Booth MBA Masterclass SeriesHow to Apply and Fund Your Part-Time MBA
Explore Part-Time MBA Admissions
Unlock your potential in a community of fellow risk takers. Here’s what you need to know about applying to our Evening MBA and Weekend MBA Programs.
Explore Part-Time MBA Admissions
Part-Time MBA Cost
A Chicago Booth MBA is an invaluable investment. Explore details about tuition and fees for our Evening MBA and Weekend MBA Programs.
Part-Time MBA Cost
Explore Scholarships and Financial Aid
As a Part-Time MBA student at Chicago Booth, you may qualify for merit-based awards, loans, or veterans benefits.
Explore Scholarships and Financial AidBegin Your MBA Journey
The first step in joining our Part-Time MBA Program is to apply for admission.
Application Deadlines
Autumn Quarter: June 5, 2023 (Evening MBA and Weekend MBA)
Winter Quarter: September 25, 2023 (Evening MBA and Weekend MBA)
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Stories from the Weekend MBA Community
Early Career MBA: Spotlight on Chicago Business Fellows Talha Siddiqui
As a Chicago Business Fellow (CBF), Talha Siddiqui will be one of Chicago Booth’s first Gen Z Weekend MBA graduates. CBF is designed specifically for professionals with three years or less of full-time work experience who are interested in earning an MBA. Learn more about his early career MBA experience and why getting an MBA can be beneficial for you.
Early Career MBA: Spotlight on Chicago Business Fellows Talha Siddiqui
Ask A Boothie - Why Did You Choose a Part-Time MBA?
Students in the Booth Evening and Weekend MBA programs share why Part-Time was the choice for them.
Ask A Boothie - Why Did You Choose a Part-Time MBA?
Every Weekend Warrior Must Plan, Plan & Plan!
Weekend warrior Aarthee Janar gives us an in-depth look at the Weekend Warrior lifestyle.
Every Weekend Warrior Must Plan, Plan & Plan!
