McKinsey, BCG, and Bain (MBB) have released their application deadlines for this cycle, and they are earlier than in previous years! Consulting recruiting season is here and it is time to prepare your application.
Here are some next steps to get started:
- Review Application Deadlines listed below, as well as Management Consulted Application Deadlines for a full list of firms.
- Preparing a Strong Application for MBB, check out this Management Consulted presentation and make an appointment with Karen Dankers or Kathy Spillane in the Career Center.
- Case Interview Preparation: Review our Case Interview: Complete Prep Guide
McKinsey U.S. Application Deadlines
McKinsey Deadline for Business Analyst Internship: March 29, 2026
McKinsey Deadline for Business Analyst (undergrad/MS): August 11, 2026
Bain U.S. Application Deadlines*
Bain Deadline for Associate Consultant Intern (undergrad/MS): March 29 or August 31, 2026**
Bain Deadline for Associate Consultant (undergrad/MS): July 19, 2026
*Note that international office deadlines may vary and students can see the specific deadlines when they filter by office on our website.
**Note From Bain website: “At Bain, we want you to feel confident and supported as you consider what’s next and we know recruiting timelines aren’t one-size-fits-all. That’s why we are offering two application opportunities for our Associate Consultant Intern position in U.S. offices: March 29, 2026 and August 31, 2026.
If you are confident that consulting is your next step and you are comfortable navigating earlier recruiting timelines, then the Spring application option may be right for you. Want more time to explore firms, clarify your goals and prepare for interviews? The Fall opportunity could be the better fit. We encourage you to apply when you’re ready, and we’re happy to answer questions as you decide. Please refer to your school events calendar for opportunities to connect on this topic with recruiters and alumni.”
BCG U.S. Application Deadlines
BCG Deadline for Summer Associate (undergrad/MS Class of 2027): Expected April 2026
BCG Deadline for Associate (undergrad/MS Class of 2026): Expected Summer 2026
