MBA abroad
MBA abroad for Indian students
Published fees for 24 business schools in five regions, what the tests cost, how scholarships work and how to plan the year before you apply. Fees checked in October 2026.
Choose a country
Each page lists the schools, fees, programme lengths and the work and visa points to check.
What you need to apply
A strong test score
Most schools accept the GMAT or the GRE. Some also take other exams, so read the admissions page of each school.
Work experience
Full time MBA classes are built around people with work experience. Chevening, one of the main UK scholarships, asks for at least two years.
An English test
Applicants whose degree was not taught in English usually need IELTS or a similar test. Schools set their own minimum scores.
Essays and references
You write essays about your goals, and recommenders who know your work write a reference for you.
A clear career reason
Interviewers ask why this school, why now and what you will do afterwards. Have a specific answer.
A funding plan
Fees are only part of the cost, so plan for living costs, travel, insurance and the visa as well.
Published fees by school
Figures come from each school's own pages and are shown in the school's currency. Programmes differ in length, so read the basis column before comparing. Confirm every figure on the school site before you decide.
| School | Programme | Published fee | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard Business SchoolBoston, Massachusetts | Full time MBA2 years | $84,760 | Tuition per academic year, 2026 to 27 |
| Stanford Graduate School of BusinessStanford, California | Full time MBA2 years | $89,187 | First year tuition, 2026 to 27 |
| The Wharton SchoolPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania | Full time MBA2 years | $87,970 | Tuition per academic year, 2026 to 27 |
| Chicago BoothChicago, Illinois | Full time MBA2 years | $89,976 | Tuition for the nine month year, 2026 to 27 |
| Kellogg School of ManagementEvanston, Illinois | Full time MBA, two year and one year2 years or 1 year | $88,536 | Two year MBA tuition per year, 2026 to 27 |
| Columbia Business SchoolNew York, New York | Full time MBA2 years | $93,908 | Tuition per academic year, 2026 to 27 |
| MIT Sloan School of ManagementCambridge, Massachusetts | Full time MBA2 years | $91,892 | Tuition per academic year, 2026 to 27, including the $2,200 annual programme fee |
| Yale School of ManagementNew Haven, Connecticut | Full time MBA2 years | $90,900 | Tuition per academic year, 2026 to 27 |
| Duke Fuqua School of BusinessDurham, North Carolina | Daytime MBA2 years | $83,700 | Tuition for 2026 to 27 (class of 2028) |
| UC Berkeley HaasBerkeley, California | Full time MBA2 years | $89,033 | Tuition and fees per year for non resident students, 2025 to 26 |
| School | Programme | Published fee | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Business SchoolLondon | MBA and One year MBA15 to 21 months, or 12 months | £123,950 | Tuition for the 2026 MBA intake |
| Oxford Saïd Business SchoolOxford | One year MBA1 year | £94,120 | Programme fee, September 2026 start |
| Cambridge Judge Business SchoolCambridge | Cambridge MBA1 year | £86,250 | Fee for entry in September 2027 |
| Imperial College Business SchoolLondon | Full time MBA1 year | £81,000 | Published programme fee |
Europe
Country guide| School | Programme | Published fee | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSEADFontainebleau, France and Singapore | MBA10 months | €109,860 | Tuition for the August 2026 intake |
| IE Business SchoolMadrid, Spain | International MBA11 or 15 months | €89,900 | Tuition, reviewed each year |
| EsadeBarcelona, Spain | Full time MBACheck the school | €82,500 | Total compulsory tuition and expenses, September 2027 intake |
| SDA BocconiMilan, Italy | Full time MBACheck the school | €86,000 | Tuition for 2027 to 2028, VAT exempt |
| IESE Business SchoolBarcelona, Spain | MBACheck the school | €117,000 | Tuition for the September 2027 intake |
Canada
Country guide| School | Programme | Published fee | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rotman School of ManagementToronto, Ontario | Full time MBA2 years | CAD 144,770 | Estimated academic fees for international students |
| Ivey Business SchoolToronto and London, Ontario | Accelerated MBACheck the school | CAD 92,310 | Fee for the November 2026 intake, including tuition, books and course materials |
| Schulich School of BusinessToronto, Ontario | MBACheck the school | CAD 124,019 | Estimated programme total for international students |
Singapore
Country guide| School | Programme | Published fee | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUS Business SchoolSingapore | NUS MBACheck the school | S$98,027 | Tuition for the August 2027 intake |
| Nanyang Business SchoolSingapore | Nanyang MBA12 months | S$92,955 | Total of the published fee schedule |
What the tests cost
GMAT
US$275 in person, US$300 online (United States pricing)
The price depends on where you test, so check the booking page for India. Practise free on our GMAT pages.
Official fee pageGRE General Test
US$249 from 1 August 2026
ETS lists India pricing on its India site.
Official fee pageIELTS
INR 19,000 (IDP India, 2026)
The same fee applies to Academic and General Training. Practise first on our free tests.
Official fee pagePreparing for the GMAT? Start with our free GMAT practice questions. Preparing for IELTS? Our Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking practice tests are free. Thinking about the Indian route first? See the CAT practice tests.
Scholarships and funding
Chevening
UK government scholarships for one year master level study. You need at least two years of work experience, and you must commit to returning to your home country for at least two years after the award.
Eligibility pageInlaks Scholarship
Open to Indian passport holders who live in India and hold a degree from a recognised Indian university, with at least two years in India after graduation.
Eligibility pageSchool awards
Harvard says about 10 percent of its students, those with the greatest need, receive full tuition scholarships. NUS says its scholarship can cover full tuition fees and some expenses.
Read the scholarship guideA simple timeline
- 12 to 18 months beforePick a test (GMAT or GRE), start preparing, and list schools by fees, length and location.
- 9 to 12 months beforeTake the entrance test and the English test. Retake if needed while there is time.
- 6 to 9 months beforeAsk recommenders, write essays and draft your resume. Check each school deadline and round.
- 3 to 6 months beforeSubmit applications, prepare for interviews and apply for scholarships and loans.
- After an offerPay the deposit, apply for the student visa and book accommodation.
MBA abroad guides
- TimelineMBA Abroad Application Timeline: A 12 Month Plan
- FeesHow Much Does an MBA Abroad Cost? Fees by Country
- FundingHow to Fund an MBA Abroad: Savings, Loans and Aid
- PlanningMBA Abroad for Indian Students: Complete Guide
- English TestIELTS for an MBA Abroad: Scores, Fees and Preparation
- IIMMBA Abroad or IIM: How to Decide After CAT
- ScholarshipsMBA Abroad Scholarships for Indian Students
- VisaWork After an MBA Abroad: USA, UK and Canada Rules
- TestsGMAT or GRE for an MBA Abroad: Which to Take
- FeesMBA in Canada and Singapore: Fees for Indian Students
- FeesMBA in Europe: INSEAD, IE, Esade, IESE and Bocconi Fees
- FeesMBA in the UK: Fees, One Year Programmes and Visa
- FeesMBA in the USA: Fees at 10 Top Schools for 2026 to 27
Frequently asked questions
How much does an MBA abroad cost?
The published fees on this page run from about £77,950 for a one year UK MBA to more than $90,000 for each of two years at US schools. Living costs come on top, and the schools publish their own budgets. Fees were checked in October 2026 and change every year.
Which is better, the GMAT or the GRE?
Most top schools accept both, so choose the test where you score better in practice. Check each school for its current policy.
Do I need IELTS for an MBA abroad?
Many schools ask for an English test from applicants whose degree was not taught in English. Some waive it. Check the school page for the accepted tests and minimum scores.
Can I get a scholarship for an MBA abroad?
Yes. Chevening funds one year master level study in the UK for applicants with two years of work experience, the Inlaks Scholarship is open to Indian passport holders, and many schools run their own awards.
Should I do an MBA abroad or at an IIM?
It depends on where you want to work, how much you can fund and how your CAT percentile looks. Our guide compares the two in detail.
Fees and rules change often. PrepTest Hub is not affiliated with any school named here, and the figures are for planning, not an offer. Always confirm on the school and government websites.