You’ve Been Accepted, What’s Next?

Step 1: Review your offer letter, accept the offer of admission, and pay the non-refundable enrollment deposit to secure your seat.

Step 2: If applicable, complete the conditions for admission and submit your official transcripts.

Step 3: Save the dates for your first residential session in Ithaca, July 19-26, 2026. You can also explore the full executive MBA Metro NY first year calendar.

Step 4: Show your Cornell pride! Use code EMBA20FS for 20% off at the Cornell Store.

Note from Program Team

The program team will email you soon after you pay your enrollment deposit to prepare for onboarding. If you have questions, email the Admissions Team.


Engage with the Cornell Community

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Tour our New York City Campus

Join us for a campus tour and immerse yourself in the Executive MBA Metro NY experience. Explore our state-of-the-art facilities, visit the EMBA classrooms, and have the admissions team answer your questions.

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Speak with an EMBA Alum

Learn tips for balancing your career and EMBA journey. Hear real-life EMBA Metro NY success stories. Connect with an alum to have all of your questions answered. Our alumni are eager to share their stories and answer your questions.

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Follow us on Social Media

Stay connected with the latest updates, events, and insights from the Executive MBA Metro NY community. Follow us on social media to engage with the community. Join the conversation on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook.


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Share the News on LinkedIn

Share the news with your network and invite your colleagues and friends to sign up for an EMBA event.

Get a Cornell Social Media Flyer

Financial Aid Information

Educational loans may be used to cover the tuition and fees assessed for the program, as well as other education-related expenses. There are two types of educational loans available to you:

  • Federal Unsubsidized Loans:
    • Up to $20,500 per academic year
    • Current fixed interest rate of 7.94%, subject to change on July 1, 2026
    • US Citizens & Permanent Residents are eligible
    • To apply, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA (school code 002711)
  • Private Loans:
    • Subject to credit approval*
    • Up to the cost of attendance, less other financial aid
    • Both fixed and variable interest rates are available
    • US Citizens, Permanent Residents, & International Students may be eligible
    • Visit Johnson’s FASTChoice web tool to view a list of lenders students have used in the past

We also encourage you to watch the pre-recorded financial planning overview below.

If you have additional questions about financial aid options, email the Johnson Graduate School of Management Office of Financial Aid.


Admitted Student FAQs