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Published: November 30, 2020
Northwestern Kellogg Interview Questions & Report: Round 1 / Alumnus / Skype
I was interviewed by an international alum (I am an American located in the US) via Skype on October 7, 2020. The interviewer had nothing but my resume that I sent her. She was very nice and seemed to be genuinely interested in my story, goals, etc. Questions asked: – Walk me through your resume. – Why business school? Why now? – Why Kellogg? – Short- and long-term goals. – Tell me about a time you failed leading a team. – What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses? – What was your single greatest Read more
Published: November 29, 2020
Northwestern Kellogg Interview Questions & Report: Round 1 / Alumnus / Zoom
Virtual interview conducted ~1 week after initial assignment. Interviewer had glanced through resume, but asked me to walk him through my story. Also asked about my day-to-day, roles on projects, my career goals / how I will get there, why Kellogg/social clubs of interest at Kellogg. Had some time at the end to ask him a few questions. Nothing surprised me beyond some factoids learned about his time at Kellogg. Interview was cordial, friendly, but professional – exactly what I’d expect from Kellogg. Read more
Published: November 29, 2020
Duke Fuqua Interview Questions & Report: Round 1 / Second-Year Student / Skype
I was interviewed by a second-year student via Skype. It was a blind interview so that person only knew me based on my resume. It was a conversational interview and it was for 45 minutes. The interviewer was friendly and polite and asked me the following: 1. Why MBA? 2. Why now? 3. Why Fuqua? 4. Tell me a time you led a team. 5. Tell me a time you worked with a diverse group. 6. How will you contribute to Fuqua? 7. What are your short term goals? After the questions, I was Read more
Published: November 13, 2020
Wharton’s Team Based Discussion Interview Prompt 2020-2021
The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania is now interviewing applicants for the Class of 2023.  As many of our readers know, Wharton’s interview process centers on a ‘team-based discussion’ (TBD), during which a small group of 5-6 prospective students are brought together to present their thoughts on an assignment they have been given prior to the interview. The team must work together to share ideas and form consensus around the best path forward. This year’s prompt for the Team Based Discussion is as follows: “Creating an engaged, supportive alumni network is crucial to an Read more
Published: November 11, 2020
UT Austin McCombs Interview Questions & Report: Round 1 / AdCom / Zoom
Interview was pretty straightforward. Very conversational, I think McCombs and its interviewers do a great job creating a relaxing atmosphere. No curve balls, know your story and your why and you should be great! Not necessarily in this order. Good luck! 1) Walk me through your resume/tell me about yourself. 2) Tell me about a problem at work and how you solved it. 3) Why McCombs? 4) Short term / Long Term Goals. 5) Plan B? 6) Diversity is important to McCombs…. tell me about a time you worked with someone who had a different Read more
Published: November 10, 2020
What Does Biden Mean for Business Schools?
Biden Presidency May Boost U.S. B-Schools Now that the U.S. presidential election is behind us, business schools and applicants alike are wondering what a new administration will mean for U.S.-based MBA programs.  Considering the impact the Trump administration has had on the immigration equation for higher education, it is no surprise that many are curious about what to expect.  At Clear Admit, we think that the election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris is a net positive for graduate management education in the United States. Here are five reasons: The Leaning Tower of Student Visas: The Trump administration had sought Read more
Published: November 2, 2020
Applicant Insights Workshop: Recap & Video
Clear Admit recently completed our fourth and final session of our Applicant Insight Essay Workshop Series, featuring an additional five of the world’s top business schools. The list includes, Berkeley Haas, Cornell Johnson, INSEAD, London Business School & UNC Kenan-Flagler. During the round table discussion, each school’s representatives dove deep into their essay topics, the reason they chose their respective question(s), and strategies on submitting effective responses for your application. The first event was hosted by Graham Richmond and panelists included Emily French Thomas, Director, Admissions at Columbia Business School;  Allison Read more
Published: October 18, 2020
UCLA Anderson Interview Questions: Round 1 / Second-Year Student / Zoom
An MBA applicant to UCLA Anderson shared the following questions about their Round 1 admissions interview with a second-year student over Zoom. 1. Walk me through your resume 2. Why MBA? 3. Why Now? 4. What interests would you put at the bottom of your resume? 5. Why Anderson? 6. How would you contribute to Anderson? Clubs, etc. 7. Tell me about a time where you had conflict and how did you handle it? 8. Tell me about your greatest strength? 9. What would your back up plan be? 10. What Read more
Published: August 2, 2020
Tips to Succeed as a New MBA Student
This post is courtesy of our partner, Access MBA. Professionals planning to apply to business school should get ready for some serious preparation, not only for the application process, but also for the MBA lifestyle itself. Even those who have already secured their spot in a top MBA program should plan for this new step in their life and career. Although encountering some challenges along the road is completely normal, there are ways you can take control and get ready for the experience. We’ve outlined what to expect from this new admissions and educational journey, some useful perspectives to adapt Read more
Published: July 15, 2020
Press Play: Enjoy Video Content From MBATUBE
If you’ve been spending time on our school profile pages lately, you might have noticed new video content! Clear Admit is excited to announce a special partnership with MBATUBE, the official video portal for MBA education. to increase the breadth of our MBA admissions related content and share in MBATUBE’s mission to help you in your decision making process. Watching b-school videos can help you experience what your future MBA life could be, helping you evaluate your options and make your final decision about where to attend with confidence. Just under the FAQ Read more
Published: May 20, 2020
MIT Sloan Interview Questions & Report: Round 3 / Adcom / Skype
Skype Interview during COVID-19. It total lasted about 30 minutes. Interviewer was dressed informally in an oxford shirt and zip sweater. Began with small talk about the current COVID situation / weather. Interviewer asked standard MIT questions: 1. Do you have any updates since your application was submitted? 2. Tell me about your current role. 3. Why MBA, Why Now, Why Sloan? 4. Tell me about a significant accomplishment / success within the last year. 5. Tell me about a time you worked with a difficult person. 6. Tell me about a time you Read more
Published: April 30, 2020
Incoming MBAs – ExperienceBain This Summer
We know these may be uncertain times for everyone, but that hasn’t changed Bain & Company’s commitment to connecting with the best and brightest MBA talent from around the world. This summer, Bain is launching a fully virtual ExperienceBain to help you put your best foot forward at school and in your future career, no matter where your post-MBA path may take you. You’ll leave with new skills, experiences and connections with our people, our affinity groups and your future classmates. “ExperienceBain was my first opportunity to see not only what consultants do, but how they Read more
Published: April 2, 2020
MBA DecisionWire: Lending Applicants a Virtual Hand During the COVID-19 Crisis
COVID-19 has wreaked havoc across the globe, and MBA admissions has not been immune to the impact of social distancing measures; admitted student events, campus visits, and school travel have been cancelled or taken virtual for the time being. For those who have recently received admissions decisions from MBA programs, it’s now time to make some decisions: Which program should you attend? Is attending business school viable for you in this new climate? Should you try to negotiate additional scholarship support? Traditionally you would have done this by visiting programs for admitted student events, or attended regional events – Read more
Published: March 27, 2020
Cornell Johnson Interview Questions & Report: Round 3 / Adcom / Skype
My January round interview occurred in March. The interview was conducted on Skype by an admissions officer who claims that he had my resume along with application notes. He did not mention that he read my essays. In June, I was accepted into the Johnson community! Experience summary: Most of the time was spent on prepared questions which were standard, but some spotlight was pointed on a shared hobby in my resume. He was significantly more interested in learning about my people skills and enjoyed hearing about my fit with the Johnson students. Interviewer was mostly busy writing notes as I answered Read more
Published: March 22, 2020
ETS Unveils GRE at Home – Test Temporarily Available Online
Test Offered Online In Wake of COVID-19 Test Center Closings As of March 23rd, the GRE exam will be available to take from the comfort of your home.  In light of public health concerns, ETS has made the exam available online in some markets. Those markets are as follows: United States Canada Colombia France Germany Italy Spain Hong Kong (China) Macau (China) There are other requirements as well, including specific hardware and environment thresholds (so you’ll want to check your computer system against ETS’s requirements, and make sure that you have an appropriate room in which to take the test). Read more
Published: March 19, 2020
Wharton Interview Questions & Report: Round 2 / Second-Year Student / On-Campus
Visit: Welcoming tenor from admissions office staff guiding daily events to class visits and panel lunch Type of Interview: Two-part. First, team-based discussion overseen by two second year students. Next, a ten minute one-on-one session with one of those second year students. One-on-one was blind. Interview atmosphere: Slightly impersonal, disengaged. Felt that I was being measured against a rubric rather than feeling an interest in intimately understanding my qualities or strengths as an applicant. What was asked: One two-part question: Why an MBA and why the Wharton MBA? Then, do you have any questions for me? What did I think Read more
Published: March 19, 2020
Georgetown / McDonough MBA Interview Questions & Report: Round 2 / Adcom / On Campus
The interview was blind. She only had my resume to reference, which I was requested to bring ahead of time. The interview was pretty conversational, and it lasted for about 25 minutes with five minutes remaining at the end for me to ask questions. List of questions: Short/Long term goals & how MSB will help me achieve those goals. What about being in the DC area is a draw for me? Describe a situation I had to navigate through a global experience. Describe a situation where I had to lead through a challenge. Why I would be a good fit Read more
Published: March 19, 2020
UT Austin McCombs Interview Questions & Report: Round 2 / Adcom / Off-Campus
I had my interview scheduled as an in-person interview during the Adcom visit to my country. The whole interview was a very positive and pleasant experience. The Adcom member introduced herself and made it very clear that all she knew about me was whatever was listed on my resume. The interview went for about 40 minutes and in the end I asked a few questions. Please walk me through your resume. What are your long-term and short-term goals? Why McCombs? What is it that you like about the School’s location? One instance where you have shown leadership skills. One instance Read more
Published: March 19, 2020
Georgetown / McDonough MBA Interview Questions & Report: Round 2 / Adcom / Skype
The whole interview was very conversational, and the interviewer had a lot of questions about my work experience and career choices. It was a blind interview. She also said that if she keeps on looking elsewhere and writing something during the interview, I should not be distracted as she will be taking down the notes for her reference. List of questions: Please walk me through your career post-college. What are your long term and short-term goals? What is it that Georgetown McDonough has to contribute towards your goals? An instance where I have shown leadership/ taken an initiative. What Read more
Published: March 19, 2020
UNC Kenan-Flagler Interview Questions & Report: Round 2 / Adcom / Skype
The whole interview was very cordial. The Adcom member introduced herself. She mentioned that the interview is a blind one and she only knows what is written on the resume about me. Overall, interview ran for about 40 minutes. List of questions: Please tell me about what you have you been doing since college, how has your career progressed and where will this career path will take you in the future? Also, please mention where in this career path does MBA fit? Why UNC Kenan- Flagler? One most challenging things you have done in your career. How do you Read more
Published: March 18, 2020
Georgetown / McDonough MBA Interview Questions & Report: Round 2 / Adcom / Off-Campus Hub
Interview was extremely conversational with the Adcom. Started off with walking through my resume then ST/LT goals. Real focus though was on why Georgetown (talked about gaining international perspective, advantage of being in DC etc…). Did not get asked a lot on extracurriculars at all, but tried to weave them in my examples of leadership and where I went beyond my expectations. Read more
Published: March 18, 2020
Georgetown / McDonough MBA Interview Questions & Report: Round 2 / Second-Year Student / On-Campus
I had a great experience visiting and interviewing at Georgetown. I interviewed on February 27, 2020, and the interview was blind. Let me start by saying that everybody on campus is super nice. Every building I entered had people opening the door for me. I shared this observation with somebody and they told me it is due to their Jesuit values. The Admissions Office is located on the 3rd floor and I had no difficulty finding it. I was greeted by a nice and talkative lady on the front desk. My interview was with a 2nd year Student Ambassador, and Read more
Published: March 16, 2020
U.S. News 2021 Business School Rankings Insights: HBS Sinks While Others Float On
The U.S. News & World Report Best Business Schools rankings are out and there are a few surprises, especially within the top 10.  For those of you who have yet to see our announcement of the ranking, the top 25 schools in this year’s edition (with last year’s rankings included for reference) are as follows: School 2021 Rank 2020 Rank Stanford University 1 (tie) 2 University of Pennsylvania (Wharton) 1 (tie) 1 Northwestern University (Kellogg) 3 (tie) 6 University of Chicago (Booth) 3 (tie) 3 Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Sloan) 5 3 Read more
Published: March 14, 2020
MIT Sloan Interview Questions & Report: Round 2 / AdCom / Off-Campus Hub
With AdCom member, part of traveling interview tour, application-based. Questions: Any updates to your application? Describe a time when you got pushback from a supervisor/team member. Describe how you motivate others in a work setting. Why MIT Sloan/why MBA? Post-MBA career goals? What questions do you have for me? Very conversational, laid-back discussion. In fairness, I had met the interviewer during a previous campus visit, so this might have made the introduction easier. Surprised questions nearly entirely focused on professional experiences, not any extracurriculars. Read more
Published: March 14, 2020
Duke Fuqua Interview Questions & Report: Round 2 / Alumnus / Skype
The alumnus had graduated from Fuqua about 10 years and the age difference made the interview a bit like briefing to my boss. Just kidding. Self-introduction and follow-up questions about my current employer. My role in the team Failure story due to my fault and my solutions.  He challenged my solutions and shared his view on this issue. Most important factor in mind when selecting school One factor that may cause me to decline Duke offer. Career goal.  Since my CG is PE/VC industry, for which MBA may not help me that much, he shared his concerns and his viewpoints Read more

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November 17, 2024 12:58am ET
Rejected at Columbia
Round: Round 1
Received via portal on November 14, 2024
GPA: 3.49
GMAT: 740
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Consulting
Application Location: India
November 17, 2024 12:46am ET
Interview Invite to Duke / Fuqua
Round: Round 1
Received via email on November 12, 2024
GPA: 3.49
GMAT: 740
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Consulting
Application Location: India
November 16, 2024 12:19pm ET
Interview Invite to Northwestern / Kellogg
Round: Round 1
Received via email
GRE: 320
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Application Location: India
November 16, 2024 10:45am ET
Accepted to Boston College / Carroll
Round: Round 1
Received via phone on November 12, 2024
GPA: 3.91
GRE: 318
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Consulting
Application Location: Texaa
November 16, 2024 9:42am ET
Accepted to Ohio State / Fisher
Round: Early Decision
Received via email on November 14, 2024
GRE: 316
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
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