{"id":5158,"date":"2024-05-28T14:22:31","date_gmt":"2024-05-28T18:22:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/?page_id=5158"},"modified":"2026-06-24T15:09:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T19:09:38","slug":"deferred-enrollment-program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/graduate-programs\/mba-programs\/deferred-enrollment-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Questrom MBA Deferred Enrollment Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-amp-picture--cover alignfull hero-image-banner wp-block-amp-picture\">\n\t<picture\n\t\tclass=\"wp-block-amp-picture__picture\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"width: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/Undergrad-Career-Fair-3020-1920x795.jpg\" media=\"(min-width: 1920px)\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/Undergrad-Career-Fair-3020-1440x596.jpg\" media=\"(min-width: 1080px)\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/Undergrad-Career-Fair-3020-1080x609.jpg\" media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\tid=\"wp-block-amp-picture-6a57c2a8885c4\"\n\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/Undergrad-Career-Fair-3020-768x609.jpg\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"wp-block-amp-picture__image wp-block-amp-picture__image--cover\"\n\t\t\talt=\"two students speak with an employer at a career fair\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-amp-picture__overlay\" style=\"opacity: 0.6\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/picture>\n\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull hero-image-banner__group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group hero-image-banner__columns is-content-justification-left is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b007a2f1 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull wp-container-content-9cfa9a5a is-layout-flow wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b0391ce5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-17374c87 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading hero-image-banner__heading has-white-color has-text-color has-h-1-font-size\" style=\"line-height:0.9;text-transform:uppercase\">Questrom MBA Deferred Enrollment Program <\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<style>\n\t#wp-block-amp-picture-6a57c2a8885c4 {\n\t\tobject-position: 50% 50%;\n\t}\n\t\t@media screen and (min-width: 768px) {\n\t\t#wp-block-amp-picture-6a57c2a8885c4 {\n\t\t\tobject-position: 50% 50%;\n\n\t\t}\n\t}\n\t\t\t\t@media screen and (min-width: 1080px) {\n\t\t#wp-block-amp-picture-6a57c2a8885c4 {\n\t\t\tobject-position: 50% 50%;\n\n\t\t}\n\t}\n\t\t\t\t@media screen and (min-width: 1920px) {\n\t\t#wp-block-amp-picture-6a57c2a8885c4 {\n\t\t\tobject-position: 50% 50%;\n\n\t\t}\n\t}\n\t\t\t<\/style>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Questrom MBA Deferred Enrollment Program offers undergraduate students who meet the eligibility requirements* the opportunity to apply now to either the&nbsp;<a href=\"\/questrom\/graduate-programs\/mba-programs\/full-time-mba\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Full-Time MBA<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/degree-programs\/part-time-mba\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Part-Time MBA<\/a>&nbsp;at Questrom. If admitted, candidates will then need to gain a few years of valuable, professionally relevant work experience before beginning the MBA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The program looks for motivated thinkers and doers ready to make a serious impact \u2013 and to create value for the world.&nbsp; Sound like you? Come to Questrom to create your own career path at one of the world\u2019s leading research universities, in an international city known for innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-primary-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/questrom.tfaforms.net\/77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apply during your final year of undergraduate study using our streamlined&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/questrom.tfaforms.net\/77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Deferred Enrollment application<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*In order to be eligible for this program, you must be graduating from a bachelor\u2019s degree program at an AACSB-accredited school or school with U.S. regional accreditation, and must apply during your final year of study but prior to the graduation date of your bachelor\u2019s degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>There are no application fees or GMAT\/GRE requirements.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table class=\"has-neutral-02-background-color has-background\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Application Requirements<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Submission Options<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Online Application Form<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/questrom.tfaforms.net\/77\">Online <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/questrom.tfaforms.net\/77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Only<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Academic Transcript&nbsp;<\/strong>Unofficial transcript from institution in which you are currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor\u2019s degree<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/questrom.tfaforms.net\/77\">Online <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/questrom.tfaforms.net\/77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Only<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Resume<\/strong>&nbsp;Please include your education, professional and\/or internship experience, and extracurricular activities.<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/questrom.tfaforms.net\/77\">Online <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/questrom.tfaforms.net\/77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Only<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Essay<\/strong>&nbsp;No more than 300 words, explaining&nbsp;why you\u2019d like to earn your MBA from Questrom&nbsp;specifically and what you hope to achieve professionally between now and when you begin the MBA.<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/questrom.tfaforms.net\/77\">Online <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/questrom.tfaforms.net\/77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Only<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>1 Letter of Recommendation<\/strong>&nbsp;From a professor, advisor, employer, or internship supervisor.<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/questrom.tfaforms.net\/77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Online Only<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Gain Experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If admitted, you will have 2-5 years to begin either the Full-Time MBA or Part-Time MBA at Questrom.&nbsp; During that time, successful candidates must gain at least 2 years of full-time, professionally relevant work experience before beginning the MBA.&nbsp; They may also decide to pursue another master\u2019s degree \u2013 such as those&nbsp;<a href=\"\/questrom\/graduate-programs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">offered by Questrom<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 so long as they still meet the minimum 2 year work experience requirement (referenced above) before beginning the MBA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Begin Your MBA**<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you are ready to begin the MBA program, you will need to submit a short \u201crenewal application,\u201d including an updated resume.&nbsp; You will then have a pre-enrollment interview to determine your readiness to begin the program.&nbsp; If you are approved to begin the program for the upcoming entry term, you will then need to submit a non-refundable deposit to secure your seat in the class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-4-font-size\">Scholarships<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All candidates admitted through the Deferred Enrollment Program are pre-qualified for a merit-based scholarship. To determine the amount of the award, candidates will first need to follow the steps above under \u201cBegin Your MBA.\u201d In addition to submitting the \u201crenewal application\u201d and conducting the pre-enrollment interview, we also encourage candidates to submit any additional materials they think would aid in the scholarship review process. If approved to begin the program for the upcoming entry term, candidates will be notified of their scholarship award at that time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have any questions about the Questrom School of Business Deferred Enrollment Program, please reach out to the Graduate Admissions &amp; Financial Aid Office at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:mba@bu.edu\">mba@bu.edu<\/a>&nbsp;or (617) 353-2670.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-4-font-size\">Learn More<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to learn more?&nbsp;Watch our previously recorded Deferred Enrollment Program information session&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/mymedia.bu.edu\/media\/t\/1_5gob2yc6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>&nbsp;to get all of your questions answered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-4-font-size\">FAQS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible collapsible-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-item collapsible\">\n<button id=\"eb1500b7-9c43-4c50-ba50-fee37847af03-toggle\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"eb1500b7-9c43-4c50-ba50-fee37847af03-content\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-toggle collapsible__toggle\"><span class=\"collapsible__icon\"><\/span>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Am I eligible for the Deferred Enrollment Program?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/button>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"eb1500b7-9c43-4c50-ba50-fee37847af03-content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"eb1500b7-9c43-4c50-ba50-fee37847af03-toggle\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-content collapsible__content\"><div class=\"collapsible__body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In order to be eligible for this program, candidates must be in their final year of undergraduate studies, graduating from a bachelor\u2019s degree program at an AACSB-accredited school or school with U.S. regional accreditation. While there is no formal application deadline for the Questrom MBA Deferred Enrollment Program, candidates must apply while still in their final year of study, but prior to the graduation date of their bachelor\u2019s degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you do not meet these eligibility requirements, you may apply to our&nbsp;<a href=\"\/questrom\/graduate-programs\/mba-programs\/full-time-mba\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Full-Time MBA<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"\/questrom\/graduate-programs\/mba-programs\/part-time-mba\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Part-Time MBA<\/a>&nbsp;through our standard application process.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-item collapsible\">\n<button id=\"a689d3a3-8b7e-4ef2-8603-f520d4910e99-toggle\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"a689d3a3-8b7e-4ef2-8603-f520d4910e99-content\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-toggle collapsible__toggle\"><span class=\"collapsible__icon\"><\/span>\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;font-weight:500\">Do I need work experience in order to apply to the Deferred Enrollment Program?<\/h6>\n<\/button>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"a689d3a3-8b7e-4ef2-8603-f520d4910e99-content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"a689d3a3-8b7e-4ef2-8603-f520d4910e99-toggle\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-content collapsible__content\"><div class=\"collapsible__body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Candidates applying through the Deferred Enrollment Program are not required to have any professional work experience.&nbsp; That said, if admitted to the program, candidates will have 2-5 years to begin either the Full-Time MBA or Part-Time MBA at Questrom. During that time, successful candidates must gain at least 2 years of full-time, professionally relevant work experience before beginning the MBA.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-item collapsible\">\n<button id=\"f0c87dae-452e-48a7-bdd9-138941a16c93-toggle\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"f0c87dae-452e-48a7-bdd9-138941a16c93-content\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-toggle collapsible__toggle\"><span class=\"collapsible__icon\"><\/span>\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;font-weight:500\">When can I apply to the Deferred Enrollment Program? When is the application deadline?<\/h6>\n<\/button>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"f0c87dae-452e-48a7-bdd9-138941a16c93-content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"f0c87dae-452e-48a7-bdd9-138941a16c93-toggle\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-content collapsible__content\"><div class=\"collapsible__body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are a current undergraduate student at an AACSB-accredited school or school with U.S. regional accreditation, you must apply during your senior (final) year of your bachelor\u2019s degree. Once you have graduated from your bachelor\u2019s degree program, you are no longer eligible to apply through the Deferred Enrollment Program and can instead apply through our&nbsp;<a href=\"\/questrom\/graduate-programs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">standard application process<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While there is no formal application deadline for the Questrom MBA Deferred Enrollment Program, candidates must apply while still in their final year of study, but prior to the graduation date of their bachelor\u2019s degree.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-item collapsible\">\n<button id=\"732798a7-750d-4daf-9716-96bbc23e8322-toggle\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"732798a7-750d-4daf-9716-96bbc23e8322-content\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-toggle collapsible__toggle\"><span class=\"collapsible__icon\"><\/span>\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;font-weight:500\">Am I eligible to apply for one of Questrom\u2019s specialty MBA programs \u2013 the Health Sector MBA or Social Impact MBA? Am I able to apply to a dual degree program? The Online MBA?<\/h6>\n<\/button>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"732798a7-750d-4daf-9716-96bbc23e8322-content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"732798a7-750d-4daf-9716-96bbc23e8322-toggle\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-content collapsible__content\"><div class=\"collapsible__body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates applying through the Deferred Enrollment Program may select one of our specialty MBAs \u2013 either Health Sector MBA or Social Impact MBA. Those interested in applying to the Full-Time MBA specifically also have the choice to apply to the MBA+ MS in Digital Technology dual degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are several MBA+ Joint Degree programs offered by Questrom in partnership with BU\u2019s other graduate schools and colleges. With the exception of the MBA+ MS in Digital Technology \u2013 which is housed solely within Questrom \u2013 admission to all other MBA+ Joint Degrees requires separate applications to both Questrom and the appropriate BU school or college associated with the other degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates admitted through the Deferred Enrollment Program are welcome to apply to one of our MBA+ Joint Degree programs offered in partnership with another graduate school at BU, but cannot apply to the other degree until the application cycle for the year in which they intend to begin the MBA.&nbsp; Once they have been approved to begin the MBA program for the upcoming entry term, they can then submit their application to the other program associated with the joint degree to which they\u2019d like to apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about our&nbsp;<a href=\"\/questrom\/graduate-programs\/mba-programs\">MBA+ Joint Degree programs<\/a>&nbsp;and the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/questrom\/admissions\/graduate-programs\/mba-joint-degrees\/\">admissions process to these programs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those interested in the Online MBA at Questrom are not eligible to apply through the Deferred Enrollment Program. More information on Questrom\u2019s Online MBA program and admissions process can be found&nbsp;<a href=\"\/questrom\/graduate-programs\/mba-programs\/online-mba\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-item collapsible\">\n<button id=\"2a1b344a-3063-4f97-9926-57b78821e1e4-toggle\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"2a1b344a-3063-4f97-9926-57b78821e1e4-content\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-toggle collapsible__toggle\"><span class=\"collapsible__icon\"><\/span>\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;font-weight:500\">If I am admitted to the Deferred Enrollment Program, what are the next steps?<\/h6>\n<\/button>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"2a1b344a-3063-4f97-9926-57b78821e1e4-content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"2a1b344a-3063-4f97-9926-57b78821e1e4-toggle\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-content collapsible__content\"><div class=\"collapsible__body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If admitted, candidates will have 2-5 years to begin either the Full-Time MBA or Part-Time Flex MBA at Questrom. During your 2\u20135-year deferral window, we will ask you to complete a \u201ccheck-in form\u201d each fall in order to get an update from you on your intentions for that year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you decide you are ready to begin the MBA program, you will follow these important next steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-default\">\n<li>Notify us of your intention to begin the MBA via the \u201ccheck in form,\u201d which will be sent each fall during your 2\u20135-year deferral window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit a short \u201crenewal application,\u201d including an updated resume. The \u201crenewal application\u201d will be due in the Fall of the year before you intend on matriculating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete a pre-enrollment interview with a member of the admissions team in order to determine your readiness to begin the program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If approved to begin the program for the upcoming entry term, you will then need to submit a declaration of intent and a non-refundable deposit to secure your seat in the class.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-item collapsible\">\n<button id=\"a264343d-2c11-4897-9347-83e4b09c4284-toggle\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"a264343d-2c11-4897-9347-83e4b09c4284-content\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-toggle collapsible__toggle\"><span class=\"collapsible__icon\"><\/span>\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;font-weight:500\">How long can I defer my admission?<\/h6>\n<\/button>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"a264343d-2c11-4897-9347-83e4b09c4284-content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"a264343d-2c11-4897-9347-83e4b09c4284-toggle\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-content collapsible__content\"><div class=\"collapsible__body\">\n<p class=\"has-p-2-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">If admitted, candidates will have 2-5 years to begin either the Full-Time MBA or Part-Time MBA at Questrom. During that time, successful candidates must gain at least 2 years of full-time, professionally relevant work experience before beginning the MBA.&nbsp; We will send you a \u201ccheck in form\u201d each fall during this 2\u20135-year deferral window to get an update from you on your intentions for that year.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-item collapsible\">\n<button id=\"f9ba8ff4-5f4d-46aa-97f5-ad03a41cbf73-toggle\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"f9ba8ff4-5f4d-46aa-97f5-ad03a41cbf73-content\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-toggle collapsible__toggle\"><span class=\"collapsible__icon\"><\/span>\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;font-weight:500\">How do I confirm my seat in the class once I\u2019m ready to begin?<\/h6>\n<\/button>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"f9ba8ff4-5f4d-46aa-97f5-ad03a41cbf73-content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"f9ba8ff4-5f4d-46aa-97f5-ad03a41cbf73-toggle\" class=\"wp-block-amp-collapsible-content collapsible__content\"><div class=\"collapsible__body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you decide you are ready to begin the MBA program, you will follow these important next steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Notify us of your intention to begin the MBA via the \u201ccheck in form,\u201d which will be sent each fall during your 2\u20135-year deferral window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit a short \u201crenewal application,\u201d including an updated resume. 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