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Published: May 20, 2024
The Week Ahead: Late Round Admissions Decisions, May 20-24, 2024
Welcome back to the series, The Week Ahead, in which we provide a brief rundown of what is happening in MBA admissions this week! Rounds 3 and 4 underway. Late round decisions continue to roll out. Monday, May 20, IESE is scheduled to release its Round 3 decisions. UNC / Kenan-Flagler is scheduled to release…Read more
Published: May 2, 2024
Real Humans of MycoWorks: Nina Sabharwal, Stanford GSB MBA ’23, Strategic Advisor to the CEO
In this installment of our Real Humans: Alumni series, Nina Sabharwal tells us how her need for reflection on and realignment of her career path led her to an MBA at Stanford GSB. Sabharwal credits the GSB’s curriculum and programs for making her venture outside her comfort zone and giving her the freedom to focus…Read more
Published: April 15, 2024
Stanford GSB officially appointed Erin Nixon, who earned both her undergraduate degree and MBA from Stanford, to the role of Assistant Dean of Admissions & Financial Aid. Jamie Schein has been holding the position on an interim bases since Kirsten Moss left at the end of 2022. Nixon begins her term on July 1, 2024.…Read more
Published: April 12, 2024
‘Big Tech’ Hiring Declined for Class of 2023 MBA Graduates
Tech jobs have been a popular choice for MBA candidates since the early 2000s – gradually becoming one of the top three career paths that many business school graduates pursue (along with consulting and finance). In this analysis, we take a closer look at which leading MBA programs managed to place their graduates into tech…Read more
Published: April 9, 2024
The 2024 U.S. News Best Graduate Programs Rankings rolled out and we’re taking a closer look at the Best Business School list. Stanford GSB jumps five spots from last year to join The Wharton School in the top spot. These two replace last year’s #1 school, Chicago Booth, which now ranks third along with Northwestern…Read more
Published: April 8, 2024
Welcome back to the series, The Week Ahead, in which we provide a brief rundown of what is happening in MBA admissions this week! Round 2 finishes as Round 3 is underway. We have now completed the decision release period for Round 2 candidates, and have moved on to Round 3. Monday, April 8, MIT…Read more
Published: March 26, 2024
Clear Admit MBA Fair 2024 – May 15th, Chicago
Join leading MBA programs at this exclusive event in downtown Chicago to learn more about management education. Connect with admissions officers, chat with MBA alumni, and pick up expert tips on the application process. Space is limited! Date: Wednesday, May 15th Time: 5:00-8:30 pm Location: LM Studio, 808 S Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois Timing5:20 –…Read more
Published: March 25, 2024
Welcome back to the series, The Week Ahead, in which we provide a brief rundown of what is happening in MBA admissions this week! Round 2 decisions amid Round 3 deadlines We are now moving to the decision release period for Round 2 candidates, and the beginning of Round 3. Monday, March 25, Dartmouth /…Read more
Published: March 22, 2024
Here’s What to Consider When Financing Your MBA in 2024
Partner Content We asked our friends at Juno to share their wisdom on financing the MBA. Nicolas Echegaray, Wharton MBA 21’ and Juno’s General Manager, shared the following to help recent MBA Admits better prepare for their upcoming programs. If you haven’t done so already, consider joining Juno’s MBA student loan negotiation group (free and…Read more
Published: March 22, 2024
From B-School to MBB: Strategy Consulting Jobs Placement at Leading MBA Programs
Take a closer look at MBB consulting jobs placement out of the best MBA programs. MBA graduates continue to seek out management consulting jobs for the opportunity to provide strategic advice to business leaders operating large companies. Jobs at leading strategy consulting firms such as McKinsey, Bain and BCG (known as the MBB) are particularly…Read more
Published: March 18, 2024
M7 Business Schools Continue to Dominate in Venture Capital and Private Equity Finance Careers
MBA graduates continue to be drawn to careers in the finance industry due to the large compensation packages, the chance to work on high-profile deals at investment banks, and the opportunity to invest in the next billion-dollar company at a venture capital or private equity firm. As we will see below, the top MBA programs…Read more
Published: March 15, 2024
Submit an HBS, INSEAD, MIT Sloan, NYU Stern, Stanford GSB or UPenn Wharton MBA Interview Report – Receive a $10 Amazon Gift Card
If you’re interested in sharing your MBA interview experience,we are awarding a $10 Amazon gift certificate to each applicant who submits an MBA interview report for HBS, INSEAD, MIT Sloan, NYU Stern, Stanford GSB or UPenn Wharton by Sunday, March 17th, 11:59 pm EST. To be eligible for the $10 gift card, you must be…Read more
Published: March 15, 2024
Real Humans of Uber: Reuben Shorser, Stanford GSB MBA ’22, Product Manager
Reuben Shorser has had quite a “ride” from building a restaurant chain in NYC to product management at Uber in San Francisco–with the Stanford GSB MBA being a vehicle for such a dynamic change. In this edition of Real Humans: Alumni, Shorser explains how the MBA program atStanford GSB helped him step back, reflect, and…Read more
Published: March 11, 2024
I joined the call 2 mins before the scheduled time; however, the interviewer was 5 mins late to the video call. He apologized multiple times for the delay and we started informally with talking about our personal lives. He works in the same industry as mine, hence it was easy for me to connect with…Read more
Published: March 4, 2024
My interview was with an alumna that graduated >20 years ago. She had pre-MBA consulting experience like me. The tone was very friendly and high-energy. The interview was scheduled for 45 minutes, but went for an hour. She interjected several times throughout every story to ask follow-up questions and make sure she was understanding. I…Read more
Published: February 28, 2024
Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: Average GMAT Scores at Top U.S. MBA Programs
See where your GMAT score lands among the top U.S. MBA programs, as we report the average GMAT scores in the chart below. If you have yet to take the GMAT, you can also get a sense of what score you need to target. Business school admissions use the GMAT score as a sign of…Read more
Published: February 27, 2024
I was matched to someone who was from a family business, to match my background. Interview lasted for 33 min (him asking me questions) + 30 min for me to ask him questions. Was very smooth and conversational. 1. What are you up to these days? 2. What is the plan post MBA? 3. Why…Read more
Published: February 26, 2024
My interview was consistent with the other reports published here. Was matched with an alum with a similar educational background. Same city, different industry. Overall, I would describe the interview as friendly but probing, with heavy back-and-forth Q&A. I was probed about specific contextual details about each of my stories as well as specific actions…Read more
Published: February 22, 2024
Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: Average GRE Scores by Top U.S. Business Schools
Average GRE scores by business school can provide applicants with a sense of the rigor of the MBA program, expectations of the adcom and general competitiveness of the applicant pool. While the GMAT used to be the only accepted admissions exam at leading MBA programs, many have opened up to other options, including the GRE.…Read more
Published: February 20, 2024
Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: Percentage of U.S. Minorities at Top U.S. Business Schools
The percentage of U.S. minorities at top U.S. business schools can provide a sense of the diversity you will find in your MBA program. Business school students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents and self-identify as African American or Black, American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian American, Hispanic American or Latinx, Native Hawaiian or…Read more
Published: February 15, 2024
Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: International Student Statistics
International students statistics can showcase an element of diversity at leading business schools. In the chart below, see the percentage of international students at U.S. business schools. U.S. Business School % International Arizona State University W.P. School of Business 39% Carnegie Mellon University Tepper School of Business 53% Columbia Business School 47% Cornell UniversitySC Johnson…Read more
Published: February 14, 2024
I was matched with an interviewer who had a similar background and same geography. This one was way more intense in terms of thoughtfulness of questions. The interviewer tried to challenge each one of my decisions/achievements. There were at least 3 layers of WHYs to everything I said. He was very much interested in understanding…Read more
Published: February 13, 2024
TheFinancial Times (FT) released its rankings of the 100 best Global MBA programs for 2024. The Wharton School, which failed to make an appearance in the ranking last year, takes the top spot. Top Ten Overall Here are the top 10 MBA programs of The Financial Times 2024 Global MBA rankings (2023 positions are in…Read more
Published: February 13, 2024
Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: Percentage of Women MBA Students
Over the past decade, the percentage of women MBA students has been on the rise across leading business schools. USC Marshall was the first leading business school to achieve gender parity while others have achieved or continue to strive for that benchmark. The Forté Foundation has also consistently reported that women are either gaining or…Read more
Published: February 6, 2024
Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: Cost of MBA Programs in the U.S.
In this edition of Real Numbers of MBA Admissions, see the total cost of a full-time MBA per year at U.S. schools. Tuition comprises most of the cost of each program. Other factors, including room and board, program fees, books and supplies, health insurance, transportation and other expenses, have been added to provide the total…Read more
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May 27, 2024 12:20am ET
Applying: Berkeley / Haas, Harvard Business School, INSEAD, MIT Sloan, Northwestern / Kellogg, Stanford GSB, U. Chicago Booth, UPenn / Wharton, Yale SOM
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: SWE, Sales
Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting, Technology Companies: Accenture, Bain, BCG, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG, McKinsey, PWC, Apple, Facebook, Google, Microsoft, Tesla
GMAT: 675
GPA: 66%
Years of Work Experience: 10
Location: Canada
Post MBA Location: North America
Notes: Bachelor of Engineering in IT from India from a Tier-1 Engineering college. 3 YOE as a SW Engg, 3.5 YOE in Business Management. Moved to Canada, 3.5 YOE in Sales. GMAT FE - 675 (100%ile in Q, 51% in V, 90th in D). Canadian citizen now.
My goal is consulting - generalist consulting/tech consulting leveraging my tech, business, and sales experience.
ECs - was a part of University soccer team, participated in Amateur regional soccer leagues, won numerous sports competition at school as well as at work. Was elected as a part of 9 member student council of the University (14K+ students). Co-convener Sports committee in College.
I am more inclined towards 1 year FT programs at MIT, Kellogg, Stanford, INSEAD but open to 2 year FT as well.
Would love your tips and advice.
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May 26, 2024 9:00pm ET
Applying: Carnegie Mellon / Tepper, Columbia, Cornell / Johnson, Duke / Fuqua, Indiana / Kelley, Michigan / Ross, MIT Sloan, NYU Stern, Rice / Jones, UCLA Anderson, UPenn / Wharton
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Entrepreneurship
Post-MBA Target Industry: Entrepreneurship
GPA: 3.2
Years of Work Experience: 7
Notes: Two STEM bachelors degrees
PhD in STEM
Founder of VC backed startup for past 7 years
Many prestigious awards
Took GRE in past (323, Q-164, V-159) (didn't study, so if I need to I could probably bring it up, but I hate tests and want to avoid if at all possible)
Looking for online/EMBA programs as I learn while I lead my startup
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May 26, 2024 4:52am ET
Applying: Berkeley / Haas, Columbia, Cornell / Johnson, Dartmouth / Tuck, Duke / Fuqua, Harvard Business School, Michigan / Ross, MIT Sloan, Northwestern / Kellogg, NYU Stern, Stanford GSB, U. Chicago Booth, UPenn / Wharton, Yale SOM
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Investment banking, followed by startup
Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting Companies: Bain, BCG, McKinsey
GRE: 330
GPA: 3.79
Years of Work Experience: 4
Location: Mumbai, India
Post MBA Location: United States
Notes: Hey all! I graduated from a US undergrad program in 2021 (the University of Notre Dame Mendoza) where I got a BBA in Finance. Post that, I moved to the West Coast to work as an IB analyst for a tech coverage group of a well-known investment bank. I then decided to make quite a significant career change, moving to Mumbai, India (my hometown) to work as the Chief of Staff to the CEO of an early-stage fintech. The fintech specializes in corporate credit card and payables solutions (similar to Brex or Ramp in the US). My GRE score is 331 (Q164, V167). My short-term goal is to work in consulting, combining my valuation experience in IB with my on-the-ground experience at my current startup role, to add asymmetric value to technology clients. Long-term, I want to move over to the buyside, actually sourcing and managing tech investments as a VC / angel. I would like to attend a T-15 MBA program in the US.
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May 25, 2024 9:26pm ET
Applying: Duke / Fuqua, Harvard Business School, Michigan / Ross, Minnesota / Carlson, Northwestern / Kellogg, Stanford GSB, UVA / Darden
Pre-MBA Career: Product Management
Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting, Technology Companies: Bain, BCG, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, McKinsey, Google, LinkedIn, Microsoft
GRE: 338
GPA: 4.00
Years of Work Experience: 4
Location: Arlington, VA
Post MBA Location: Boston/North East broadly
Notes: Recent grad looking to apply to UVA's deferred MBA program (ideally with 4 years of work experience at time of matriculation) and then to the following schools (ranked by preference) if that doesn't work out. My ideal location is anywhere along the east coast, but that isn't a super large factor. My background is in product management, but looking to pivot into strategy after MBA. Substantial leadership experience in college. Would love any tips or advice!
- HBS/GSB
- Fuqua/Kellogg/Darden
- Ross/Carlson
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May 25, 2024 2:41pm ET
Applying: NYU Stern, Stanford GSB, U. Chicago Booth, UPenn / Wharton, Yale SOM
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Banking
Post-MBA Target Industry: Investment Banking, Asset Management, inc. HF, Commercial Banking Companies: Bank of America, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs, Blackrock, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs
GRE: 302
GPA: 3.6
Years of Work Experience: 5
Location: Nigeria
Post MBA Location: New York, Chicago
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May 27, 2024 3:18pm ET
Waitlisted at U. Chicago Booth
Round: Round 3
Received viaemail onMay 23, 2024
GPA: 3
GRE: 308
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Post MBA Career Name: Finance
Application Location: LATAM
Note: Waitlisted in R2, remained on Wailist on R3.
May 27, 2024 11:43am ET
Rejected at MIT Sloan
Round: Round 1
Received viaportal
GPA: 3.93
GRE: 332
Program Type: Deferred Enrollment
Post MBA Career Name: Entrepreneurship
Application Location: India
May 27, 2024 3:31am ET
Accepted to Stanford GSB
Round: Round 3
Received viaphone
GMAT: 760
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Post MBA Career Name: Technology
Application Location: Austin
Note: Just like the guy below said, to get in you have to be a stone cold killer. This is the GSB. It’s undeniably the best business school in the world. Myself: high level critical thinker, Genius IQ, excellent leader and mentor to others. I’ve even been compared to Lebron James. You should pick a problem to solve that is valuable and go crush it. Don’t make MBB your post graduation goal. That’s weak and unoriginal. Real business people hate consultants. They make suggestions without any real world experience and don’t live with the consequences. They are pansies. These resume prestige types are losers and should be made fun of. GSB rewards unique people.
May 26, 2024 8:43pm ET
Accepted to Rice / Jones
Round: Round 4
Received viaemail onMay 25, 2024
GPA: 3.7
GRE: 315
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Post MBA Career Name: Consulting
Application Location: USA
May 25, 2024 7:09pm ET
Accepted to Stanford GSB
Round: Round 3
Received viaphone onMay 21, 2024
GPA: 3.77
GRE: 326
Program Type: Deferred Enrollment
Post MBA Career Name: Non Profit / Social Impact
Application Location: NE USA
Note: Feeling very lucky!!! More on my profile: HYP undergrad, Pre-MBA Career: Hedge Fund, Female, URM
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