Nicholas Sheppard, WG'06
“The Wharton program is slightly longer than other executive MBA programs, but I didn't want a watered-down degree. I knew Wharton had the best reputation, in part because it offered the same faculty and curriculum as the full-time MBA. In choosing Wharton, I felt that, if I was going to sacrifice the time and money to pursue the degree, I should select the best school. I found the commute from New York, which takes about an hour and a half, to be very easy. I was able to use the travel time to catch up on my reading or to chat with others on the program.”
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Apply/Check Application Status for the Wharton EMBA
We recommend that you start the application process as early as possible, since it may take longer than you would expect. Allow enough time for securing the support of your organization, as well as the necessary transcripts and recommendations.
Use our online application system to apply and to check your status. The system walks you through the required steps, including electronically submitting recommendations.
Application Deadline and Program Start Dates for Class Entering in 2009
| Application Deadline | San Francisco (West) January 19, 2009* Philadelphia (East) February 1, 2009* |
| Program Start Dates | San Francisco: April 26,2009 Philadelphia: May 24, 2009 |
Applications are NOT evaluated on a rolling admissions basis; therefore, there is no advantage in submitting your application significantly before the deadline. If you need to request an early decision, please contact us for consideration. Your completed application would need to be submitted at the time your request is made. Requests must include a reason for needing an early decision and are considered on a case-by-case basis.
* Deadline extensions are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the appropriate program office for more information.
