INSEAD Extends Final MBA Deadline and Doubles Scholarships to Support Global Talent for January 2026

INSEAD Extends Final MBA Deadline and Doubles Scholarships to Support Global Talent for January 2026

(IN BRIEF) INSEAD has extended the final Round 4 deadline for its January 2026 MBA intake to 26 August 2025 in response to a surge in candidates facing delays and disruptions. To further support high-potential applicants, the school has also reopened scholarship applications for Round 4 and doubled the number of opportunities available. Dean Mark Stabile emphasized INSEAD’s commitment to fostering global access and supporting future leaders, ensuring that talented individuals are not hindered by external circumstances.

(PRESS RELEASE) FONTAINEBLEAU, 21-Jul-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — INSEAD, widely recognized as The Business School for the World, has extended the final Round 4 application deadline for its January 2026 MBA intake to 26 August 2025. This move reflects the school’s continued dedication to fostering global accessibility, inclusion, and support for high-achieving professionals navigating unforeseen challenges.

In recent months, the institution has seen a rise in inquiries from qualified candidates whose MBA application timelines have been disrupted. Many cited reasons such as administrative processing delays, personal or professional transitions, and relocation difficulties.

Responding to these evolving circumstances, INSEAD is not only extending the application window but also reopening its Round 4 scholarship applications. Furthermore, the number of available scholarships will be doubled, providing essential financial support to exceptional applicants who may otherwise be unable to pursue their MBA ambitions.

“INSEAD is committed to ensuring that talented individuals are not deterred by circumstances beyond their control,” said Mark Stabile, Dean of Degree Programmes at INSEAD. “Through this deadline extension and renewed scholarship support, we’re making sure that deserving professionals across the globe continue to have access to world-class business education. As The Business School for the World, our mission is to empower responsible leaders who will create lasting impact.”

Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the INSEAD MBA admissions page to learn more or to begin their application process.

For more information or to apply, visit:

https://www.insead.edu/master-programmes/master-business-administration/admissions

About INSEAD, The Business School for the World

As one of the world’s leading and largest graduate business schools, INSEAD brings together people, cultures and ideas to develop responsible leaders who transform business and society. Our research, teaching and partnerships reflect this global perspective and cultural diversity. Our global perspective and unparalleled cultural diversity are reflected in our research, teaching, partnerships; as well as in our alumni network of over 70,000 members spanning 172 nationalities.

With locations in Europe (France), Asia (Singapore), the Middle East (Abu Dhabi), and North America (San Francisco), INSEAD’s business education and research spans four regions. Our 160 renowned Faculty members from 40 countries inspire more than 1,500 degree participants annually in our Master in Management, MBA, Global Executive MBA, Specialised Master’s degrees (Executive Master in Finance and Executive Master in Change) and PhD programmes. In addition, more than 18,000 executives participate in INSEAD Executive Education programmes each year.

INSEAD continues to conduct cutting-edge research and innovate across all our programmes. We provide business leaders with the knowledge and awareness to operate anywhere. Our core values drive academic excellence and serve the global community as The Business School for the World.

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SOURCE: INSEAD