Forté MBALaunch On Demand
Build your best MBA application on your schedule.
Planning to submit your MBA application this year? Forté MBALaunch On Demand can help you build your best application on your schedule!
This online program provides a clear plan to help you navigate the MBA application process at your own pace — and save on application costs along the way. Stay on track with expert-led virtual sessions and resources that will help you put together a business school application that reflects your best self.
MBALaunch On Demand could be your ticket to getting into your dream school.
2024 enrollment is closed. If you want to be the first to know when enrollment opens in spring 2025, submit your info below!
Planning to apply to business school in fall 2025? Learn more about our MBALaunch cohort program.
- On-demand access to 25+ hours of application and admissions insights from experts.
- Exclusive discounts from MBA insiders.
- Application fee waivers from 40+ Forté partner business schools. Apply to just two schools and the program pays for itself!
- Accountability using our learning management system designed to help you track your progress.
- Supportive network of fellow MBALaunch On Demand participants — some may be future classmates.
"Forté has provided the biggest ROI of my life so far."
— Karen Rocha Verboski
2024 MBA Candidate and Forté Fellow
Rice University (Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business)
Learn more about Karen's MBALaunch On Demand experience.
"There are ways to connect with women who can hold you accountable throughout the process, and who are also sensitive to what you’re going through, either because they’re going through the same thing or because they have successfully completed it and can give you advice."
— Contessa Mwedzi
2023 MBA Graduate
Northwestern University (Kellogg School of Management)
Learn more about Contessa's MBALaunch On Demand experience.
"Forté helps women figure out what they need to do to put their best foot forward in the MBA application process."
— Emily LeStrange
2019 MBA Graduate and Forté Fellow
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Sloan)
Learn more about Emily's MBALaunch On Demand experience.
- Who should participate in MBALaunch On Demand?
MBALaunch On Demand is designed for women interested in applying to an MBA program in fall 2024 or spring 2025. - What is the cost to participate in MBALaunch On Demand?
Participants must pay $450 to enroll in MBALaunch On Demand. This enrollment fee is highly subsidized by our partners and is non-refundable. - How do I make the most of the MBALaunch On Demand program?
The program is designed to help you build your best application to business school. We recommend you dedicate time to each learning item, just like you would for an online class. Modules cover specific application components, personal and professional development, and content from alumni and students. The more time you invest, the better your experience will be. - Will I be in a community with other future MBA women?
The program is designed to be completed independently. There are some opportunities to engage with other women in the program, as well as some optional live virtual events in the summer and fall. - How much time per week do I need to dedicate to the program?
MBALaunch On Demand is self-paced so you can complete the program on your timeline. If you want to finish the program in eight weeks, we recommend dedicating three to four hours per week to MBALaunch On Demand. You may also need to allocate significant time to studying for the GMAT or other standardized test. We do require participants to spend a minimum of three weeks from enrollment date to complete all modules. - How does MBALaunch On Demand differ from the live MBALaunch cohort program?
MBALaunch On Demand includes select recorded content from our comprehensive cohort program. The cohort option includes synchronous programming, educational and networking events, peer networking groups, and formalized advising. Applications for the next cohort will open in late summer. For women applying to business school in 2024, we recommend MBALaunch On Demand. - When will I have access to the MBALaunch On Demand curriculum and program partner discounts?
Within one week of enrollment, we will email you access information for the Learning Management System (LMS), an exclusive intranet site for MBALaunch On Demand participants. - How can I receive the application fee waivers?
To be eligible to receive the application fee waivers for the 2024-2025 application cycle, participants need to complete all required content and surveys. All participants must also submit an official GMAT, GRE, or EA score prior to completion of the program. Please note: We require participants to spend a minimum of three weeks from enrollment date to complete all modules.
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A group of our partner business schools offer fee waivers to candidates who successfully complete MBALaunch On Demand.
Upon completion of the program, you will be eligible to receive application fee waivers for the fall 2024 - spring 2025 application cycle.