The Georgetown University McDonough School of Business MBA Class of 2026, as we see in this Real Humans: MBA Students, is a vibrant group of students who bring diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds to their MBA journey. From journalism and civil engineering to finance and entrepreneurship, this cohort embodies a wide range of professional experiences, each with a common goal: to grow as leaders in their respective fields.
There are 263 members of the Georgetown McDonough MBA Class of 2026. Thirty percent are women and 49 percent are international. A third of U.S. students identify as minorities, which includes African American, Asian American, Hispanic American, and Native American. Fourteen percent identify as underrepresented U.S. minorities.
During their undergraduate years, Georgetown MBAs had an average GPA of 3.3. Business was the most popular major, at 24 percent. Humanities closely followed at 23 percent. Another 14 percent earned degrees in math/physical sciences followed by 12 percent in engineering. Ten percent had studied government and international studies while nine percent came from economics majors.
New members of the Class of 2026 matriculated with an average of 5.6 years of work experience at an average age of 29. Eighteen percent had worked in financial services and 11 percent in consulting. Another nine percent hailed from the tech & new media industry followed by eight percent from government work. Five percent came from manufacturing. When it came time to take the GMAT, the newest Georgetown MBAs averaged a score of 696 on the old edition and 621 on the GMAT Focus. For those who took the GRE, the average score was 319.
Beyond the class profile, we meet a handful of promising business leaders. To start, Angelina Mosher Salazar, a seasoned journalist, is leveraging her media expertise and entrepreneurial ventures to pivot into the business world, drawn to McDonough’s mission of fostering leaders who make a positive impact on the world. Then, Ana Lis Guimarães, a civil engineer from Brazil, shares her appreciation of the international opportunities that Georgetown offers while developing a career in strategy consulting. Lauren Sloan, an experienced senior associate from PwC, is excited to combine her entrepreneurial ambitions with the dynamic opportunities Georgetown offers in Washington, D.C.
We also meet Namil Kim, a corporate finance specialist from South Korea, who is focused on gaining exposure to diverse leadership styles and sustainable business practices. Finally, Folahan Akinyemi, a CPA and founder of Akin Accounting, is committed to using his MBA to make a meaningful impact on his local community.
Together, these students reflect the collaborative and inclusive spirit of Georgetown McDonough, where diverse backgrounds, personal growth, and community engagement are embraced. Their journeys highlight the transformative power of an MBA, where each individual’s unique story contributes to the rich tapestry of the Class of 2026. Click through the following pages for more.
