PhD Program

The MIT Sloan PhD Program seeks students who demonstrate outstanding intellectual ability, have excellent academic records, exhibit a strong commitment to a career in research, and have previously worked in disciplines related to the intended area of concentration. 

Dates and Deadlines

Admissions for 2025 is closed. The next opportunity to apply will be for 2026 admission. The 2026 application will open in September 2025. 

Admissions Requirements

The following are general requirements you should meet to apply to the MIT Sloan PhD Program. Complete instructions concerning application requirements are available in the online application.

General Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • A strong quantitative background (the Accounting group requires calculus)
  • Exposure to microeconomics and macroeconomics (the Accounting group requires microeconomics)

A Guide to Business PhD Applications by Abhishek Nagaraj (PhD 2016) may be of interest.

Nondiscrimination Policy: The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment.

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Application Components

PhD Program Events

PhD Program Program & Admissions Overviews

June PhD Program Overview

During this webinar, you will hear from the PhD Program team and have the chance to ask questions about the application and admissions process.

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PhD Program Program & Admissions Overviews

July PhD Program Overview

During this webinar, you will hear from the PhD Program team and have the chance to ask questions about the application and admissions process.

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PhD Program Program & Admissions Overviews

August PhD Program Overview

During this webinar, you will hear from the PhD Program team and have the chance to ask questions about the application and admissions process.

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PhD Program Program & Admissions Overviews

September 9 PhD Program Overview

During this webinar, you will hear from the PhD Program team and have the chance to ask questions about the application and admissions process.

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