When will my Stanford MBA start if I receive the Stanford Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship?
The Stanford MBA programme for Stanford Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship recipients begins in September 2027 at Stanford GSB. MBA decisions are released on 9 December 2026 (Round 1), 1 April 2027 (Round 2) and 27 May 2027 (Round 3), after the separate MBA application.
If you receive the Stanford Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship in the 2026-27 cycle, your MBA at Stanford GSB begins in September 2027.
Key Milestones to the September 2027 Start
| Milestone | Timing |
|---|---|
| Fellowship application window | Around March to April 2026, closing by late May 2026 |
| Fellowship results | Generally by August 2026 |
| MBA application rounds | 9 September 2026, 6 January 2027, 7 April 2027 |
| MBA decision dates | 9 December 2026, 1 April 2027 and 27 May 2027 |
| MBA start at Stanford GSB | September 2027 |
What to Remember
A fellowship nomination does not replace the MBA application. You apply to the Stanford MBA separately, and offers are released according to the application rounds.
My Advice
Work backwards from the September 2027 start and choose your MBA round early, since earlier rounds help with both admission and fellowship consideration. Dates can shift, so cross-check Stanford's official website for the current cycle.
This information is available on: gsb.stanford.edu
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