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Published: March 26, 2025

Real Humans of Nike: Erin Golden, Booth MBA ’24, Strategy Lead

“Growing up as a huge sports fan, working at Nike had always been a dream,” Erin Golden says. In this Real Humans: Alumni, learn how the Chicago Booth MBA–in particular their diverse community and experiential curriculum–supported Erin’s run to Nike headquarters in Oregon. She also provides a rich perspective on what MBA recruiting and a career in business strategy take. Chicago Booth Alumni: Erin Golden, MBA ’24, North American Marketplace Strategy Lead at Nike Age: 28 Hometown: Los Angeles, California Undergraduate Institution Read more

Published: March 25, 2025

Consulting Placement Trends at Leading MBA Programs

Because management consulting remains a highly popular goal for MBA students, we’re taking a closer look at consulting careers placement for Class of 2024 graduates and other recent trends. Jobs at the best strategy consulting firms including McKinsey, Bain and BCG (together known as the MBB) are particularly coveted by business school students because these firms often provide a fast track to senior positions in large corporations. In addition, M7 business schools such as Chicago / Booth and Northwestern / Kellogg have very strong track records of MBB job placement. Consulting Industry Placement for the MBA Class of 2024 All Read more

Published: March 23, 2025

The Week Ahead: MBA Decisions & Round 3 Deadlines, March 24-28, 2025

Welcome back to the series, The Week Ahead, in which we provide a brief rundown of what is happening in MBA admissions this week! Admissions Decisions & Round 3 Deadlines Final decisions for Round 2 are now rolling out, as some programs have Round 3 application deadlines. Monday, March 24, IESE is scheduled to have released its Round 2 decisions. Michigan / Ross and London Business School have their Round 3 application deadlines. Wednesday, March 26, Harvard Business School and Northwestern / Kellogg are scheduled to release their Round 2 decisions. Columbia is scheduled to have released its Round 2 Read more

Published: March 8, 2025

MBA Fellowships and Community: Support For Women in Business School

The representation of women in business schools and leadership roles is growing, but gender parity in MBA admissions has been fickle. While some business schools have met the fifty-percent mark–with USC Marshall being the first top-tier program to do so with its Class of 2020–class profiles can fluctuate. In order to address the challenges faced by women entering business school, a number of MBA fellowships and scholarship programs are available. These challenges can include imposter syndrome Read more

Published: March 8, 2025

Minorities in MBA Programs: Scholarships and Support

The last few years have seen great change in the initiatives available for minorities entering MBA programs. In the wake of Supreme Court rulings, DEI and affirmative action are likely to be rolled back. The decision to minimize affirmative action policies in higher-education admissions adds to the already long list of challenges faced by minority MBA applicants. In the face of these changes, the drive to support underrepresented minority MBA students becomes more critical than ever. This article will walk you through the resources available, exploring funding options such Read more

Published: March 4, 2025

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. Starting in September 2023, the GRE consists of a 30-minute Analytical Writing section, which includes one essay. An additional Verbal Reasoning section features two sections with 18 minutes allowed for 12 questions and 23 minutes allowed for 15 questions, respectively. Another two Read more

Published: February 28, 2025

The MBA & Social Impact: Business Grads Can Make A Difference

Perspectives towards jobs are changing, and those at the beginning of their careers want more than just a string of promotions. Young professionals across sectors are hoping to make a difference. ESMT, for example, reported that over 91% of its MBA graduates were seeking a job with that goal in mind. In line with this trend, many MBAs are incorporating social impact into their programs. They are building in specializations that differ from usual MBA topics, focusing on impact, sustainability, and social Read more

Published: February 26, 2025

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 applicants’ academic abilities and a high score can help you stand out in admissions. Also, average GMAT scores play a role in schools’ rankings. If you completed the GMAT Focus edition, with a score ending in 5, please refer to Coming Read more

Published: February 24, 2025

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. School % International ASU W.P. Carey School of Business 48% Babson College Olin 85% Boston College Carroll School of Management 24% BYU Marriott School of Business 32%* Carnegie Mellon University Tepper School of Business 39% Columbia Business School 46% Cornell University SC Johnson Graduate School of Management 35% Dartmouth College Tuck School of Business 30% Duke University Fuqua School of Business 41% Emory University Goizueta School of Business 45% Read more

Published: February 20, 2025

Clear Admit MBA Fair 2025 – May 14th, Boston

Join leading MBA programs at this exclusive event in Boston 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 14th Time: 5:00-8:00 PM Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts | MIT Sloan School of Management | Building: E62 Registration Form: If you’re experiencing issues with registration, please click here. Schools: Berkeley / Haas Carnegie Mellon / Tepper Chicago / Booth Columbia Business School Read more

Published: February 17, 2025

The Financial Times 2025 Global MBA Ranking

The Financial Times (FT) Global MBA ranking for 2025 is out–and we take a closer look at where the top 100 programs landed. To start, here is a quick look at the top 10 of The Financial Times 2025 Global MBA rankings (2024 positions are in parentheses): Ranking School 1 The Wharton School (1) 2 Columbia Business School (3 tie) 3 Iese Business School (5) 4 (tie) INSEAD (2) 4 (tie) SDA Bocconi (3 tie) 6 MIT Sloan School of Management (6 tie) 7 London Business School (8) Read more

Published: February 12, 2025

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 Pacific Islander, or those who are multiracial or multiethnic are considered a minority. See the percentage of minorities as reported by top business schools in the chart below. U.S. School % U.S. Minorities ASU W.P. Carey School of Business 41% Boston College Read more

Published: February 10, 2025

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 have been gaining or holding their ground on b-school campuses–and, in both 2023 and 2024, reported record highs. Look at the chart below to see the percentage of women MBA students at leading business schools Read more

Published: February 3, 2025

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 cost of an MBA in the U.S. by year. Most business schools provide a breakdown of the expenses, which are posted under the financial aid or admissions section of their websites. Schools also typically take the total cost of attendance into account Read more

Published: January 29, 2025

Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: Class Size of Top U.S. MBA Programs

Business schools come in all shapes and sizes and the class size of top MBA programs can be a factor in considering fit. From networking to a tight-knit culture to campus opportunities, class size can reveal much about an MBA program. No matter which program you choose, the top MBA programs strive to ensure relationship building during full-time b-school life. Some larger programs, such as Harvard Business School and CBS, mainly break the student body down into cohorts/sections/clusters of dozens of students. Other U.S. business schools, like Wharton, also have Learning Teams, groups of 5-6 students who Read more

Published: January 22, 2025

A Roundup of MBA Podcasts: The M7 Schools’ Productions

Whether you’re a business school hopeful, months into an MBA, or have already bagged your graduate degree, you’re probably here because you’re fascinated by business. And who better to learn about business from, than the M7 business schools? To help you immerse yourself in the latest business discussions, we’ve rounded up the best podcasts from the leaders in MBA education. These business school podcasts dive into faculty research, leak insider tips from admissions experts, and spotlight the stories of MBA students and alumni. Read on to learn more about Read more

Published: January 19, 2025

Chicago Booth MBA Class of 2024 Employment Report: Curious & Grounded Graduates

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business released the MBA Class of 2024 employment report and the graduating class of leaders and innovators are finding success in the global business community. Of the 641 graduates, 521 (81.3 percent) were seeking employment. The report shows that by three months post-graduation, 86.8 percent of the class seeking employment reported receiving full-time job offers, while 84.1 percent accepted offers. The median salary reported for the class is a robust $175,000, and the median sign-on bonus is $31,000. Read more

Published: January 5, 2025

The Week Ahead: MBA Deadlines & INSEAD Decisions, January 6-10, 2025

Welcome back to the series, The Week Ahead, in which we provide a brief rundown of what is happening in MBA admissions this week! Busy Week for Round 2 Deadlines! Many Round 2 application deadlines for top MBA programs are scheduled for this week. Monday, January 6, Harvard Business School, Dartmouth / Tuck, Michigan / Ross, UCLA Anderson, Emory / Goizueta, Georgetown / McDonough, CMU / Tepper and Rice Business have their Round 2 application deadlines. Cambridge / Judge has its Round 3 application deadline. Oxford / Saïd has its Stage 4 application deadline. Tuesday, January 7, Chicago / Booth, Read more

Published: December 30, 2024

2024’s Best Business Schools: A Round Up of the Rankings

Each year, business schools vie for the top spot on “best MBA program” rankings. Their employment rates, application statistics, curriculum content and faculty members can all be taken into account, then the numbers are run and the best business schools are announced. Several sites release annual MBA program rankings. As 2024 comes to a close, we’re rounding up the best programs of the year. In this article, we’ll review the most popular rankings: U.S. News & World Report, the Financial Times, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, and LinkedIn. When examining these lists of best business schools, it’s Read more

Published: December 19, 2024

Clear Admit Event: Deferred Enrollment MBA Application Overview, February 2025

Do you have your sights set on deferred enrollment MBA programs? Join us to hear how to amp up your application for these special pathways to b-school. Full-time MBA programs traditionally require several years of full-time work experience, but deferred enrollment MBA programs allow candidates to apply – and secure a seat in a future class – during their senior years of college or final years of masters study. How can you demonstrate your fit for this kind of program? How should you approach the admissions process? Hear directly from leading programs in this two-part Deferred Enrollment MBA Read more

Published: December 19, 2024

Clear Admit Event Series: Masters in Management Application Overview, February 2025

Join us for this upcoming Masters in Management Event! Is a master’s in management (MiM) the right fit for you? Full-time MBA programs traditionally require several years of full-time work experience, but specialized master’s programs allow candidates to apply during their senior year of college for a program that would begin the Fall term after they graduate or after a limited amount of experience. Register now to secure your spot and gain access to a video recording of our December series, “Insights into Master in Management Programs 2024” . Read more

Published: December 5, 2024

Submit a Chicago Booth, HBS, INSEAD, 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 Chicago Booth, HBS, INSEAD, Stanford GSB, or UPenn Wharton by Sunday, December 8th, 11:59 pm EST. To be eligible for the $10 gift card, you must be signed into your clearadmit.com account at the time that you submit your report. You must also include the following information in your report:* School/Date/Admissions Round Description/location of visit and/or interview atmosphere Type of interview (alum/adcom/first- or second-year student, resume-based vs. application-based) List of interview questions Commentary (Did Read more

Published: December 1, 2024

The Week Ahead: Round 1 Decisions & INSEAD Interview Invites, December 2-6, 2024

We kick off December with several decisions as well as INSEAD interview invitations in this edition of The Week Ahead, in which we provide a brief rundown of what is happening in MBA admissions this week! Round 1 Decisions & INSEAD Interviews The 2024-2025 MBA admissions season is now underway. Final decisions for Round 1 candidates are now being released. Wednesday, December 4, Carnegie Mellon / Tepper, Emory / Goizueta and Boston College / Carroll are scheduled to release their Round 1 decisions. Thursday, December 5, Stanford GSB, Chicago / Booth and Yale SOM are scheduled to release their Round Read more

Published: November 13, 2024

Round 2 MBA Application Deadlines 2024-2025

To help you stay organized, we’ve compiled all of the Round 2 MBA application deadlines (and some Round 3 ones) all in one place. You’ll find links to our corresponding Essay Topic Analysis in the “Essay Analysis” column. School Deadline Decision Essay Analysis Application Live? INSEAD (R2 August Intake) 11/5/2024 1/10/2025 Yes Yes Michigan State Broad 11/15/2024 1/31/2025 Yes Yes Minnesota Carlson 12/1/2024 2/1/2025 Yes Yes Indian School of Business Read more

Published: November 9, 2024

Highlights of the Chicago Booth School of Business

The Chicago Booth School of Business is world-renowned. Ranking in the Financial Times’s top 10 best MBA programs this year, its stellar reputation is in no doubt. We’ve put together these highlights on what makes Booth stand out from other MBA programs. What can this business school offer students in terms of its curriculum, community, and career options? Read on to find out. Academic Quality Rooted in Business Fundamentals The Booth School of Business’s curriculum approach is simple: Read more

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Class Size: 632

Women: 42%

Mean GMAT: 729

Mean GPA: 3.6

International: 35%

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March 27, 2025 2:54am ET

Applying: Harvard Business School, MIT Sloan, Northwestern / Kellogg, Stanford GSB, U. Chicago Booth, UPenn / Wharton

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: DA/DS; Family Business

Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting, Technology, Family Business, Entrepreneurship

GRE: 330

GPA: 3.5

Years of Work Experience: 4

Location: Malden, MA

March 25, 2025 7:42am ET

Applying: Columbia, Harvard Business School, Michigan / Ross, Stanford GSB, U. Chicago Booth, UPenn / Wharton, UVA / Darden, Yale SOM

Intake Year: 2026

Pre-MBA Career: Real estate acquisitions and development

Post-MBA Target Industry: Investment Banking

GMAT: 675

GPA: 3.1

Years of Work Experience: 4

Location: Mid-atlantic

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I am originally from the UK (now a permanent resident) and went to community college (3.6 gpa), then transferred to a top 25 undergrad and severe health issues due to a disability causing me to get a 3.1 gpa. I then stayed there and did a master’s in finance with a 3.8 gpa. I am very passionate about giving back, especially about the homelessness epidemic. Before college I spent a year in Switzerland volunteering at homeless shelters. During college I led a campus ministry with a focus on helping the unhoused. After my experience with my disability, I started a nonprofit that has consulted with several shelters and foodbanks to help those with similar health issues as myself. I also personally raised capital to purchase and preserve an affordable multifamily property. My career has been in real estate since I graduated, but I have job hopped. My first job was 5 months, then I moved to be closer to family. My next job was for 7 months, but I quit as they were taking actions to make housing unaffordable for first time buyers. My next job was in acquisitions but I was laid off with about half the company due to the rising interest rates that affected the industry. I have been at an impact real estate private equity firm for almost 2 years in an acquisitions, development, and asset management role with a promotion. All my roles have been for REITs or PE firms. My post-mba goal is banking to better learn capital markets and long term to start an affordable real estate investment firm, perhaps in London. I would love to be a wire tap candidate, fingers crossed.

March 24, 2025 8:36am ET

Applying: Berkeley / Haas, Columbia, Harvard Business School, MIT Sloan, Northwestern / Kellogg, Stanford GSB, U. Chicago Booth, UPenn / Wharton, UVA / Darden

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Software Engineer

Post-MBA Target Industry: Technology Companies: Microsoft

GMAT: 695

GPA: 4.0

Location: US

Post MBA Location: Boston

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Applying for deferred programs at the mentioned schools. African woman studying Comp Sci and Math. GMAT Focus 98 %tile. Substantial community involvement and some experience at big tech working as a SWE. Thinking of consulting or product management post MBA.

March 24, 2025 4:43am ET

Applying: Columbia, Harvard Business School, MIT Sloan, Stanford GSB, UPenn / Wharton

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Investment Banking, Corporate Development & Strategy

Post-MBA Target Industry: Entrepreneurship

GMAT: 644

GPA: 1st

Years of Work Experience: 5

Location: London

Post MBA Location: USA

Notes:

Took the GMAT twice - with significant percentile increases for DI (77th to 86th) and Quant (50th to 66th) and a small dip in Verbal from (99th to 96th) same overall score of 645. Wondering whether to retake again.

Female, UK citizen.

Many extracirricular leadership roles.

March 23, 2025 6:03pm ET

Applying: All Schools

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: I am currently enrolled in the Bsc. Agriculture program. Studying at 4th year, I have shown clear understanding and academic talent in the field. In the final year we have get experience of growing and marketing of crops. I am first from my family to complete the 4 year degree program and also to apply for MBA. I will do my best to secure a seat and to get the chance to study in one of the world known university. I have completed my 10 standard with 89.20 percentage, 12 with 84 percentage. I have not applied for GMAT or GRE or EA.

Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting, Investment Banking, Asset Management, inc. HF Companies: Accenture , AT Kearney , Booz Allen Hamilton , Deloitte , Ernst & Young , McKinsey , Bank of America , Capital One , Citibank , Deutsche Bank , Goldman Sachs , JP Morgan , JP Morgan Chase , RBC Capital , Blackrock , Fidelity , Goldman Sachs , JP Morgan Asset Management , State Street , Vanguard

GPA: 3.8

Location: India

Post MBA Location: Us

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March 28, 2025 4:46pm ET

Accepted to Berkeley / Haas

Round: Round 2

Received via email on March 26, 2025

Standardized Test: GMAT

GPA: 8/10

GMAT: 735

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Application Location: South America

Note:

Accepted with no scholarship granted

March 28, 2025 4:38pm ET

Accepted to NYU Stern

Round: Round 3

Received via portal March 28, 2025

Standardized Test: Executive Assessment (EA)

EA: 161

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Target Career: Consulting

Application Location: São Paulo, Brazil

March 28, 2025 4:06pm ET

Accepted to Cornell / Johnson

Round: Round 2

Received via phone March 28, 2025

Standardized Test: GRE

GPA: 3.66

GRE: 323

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Target Career: Consulting

Application Location: Salt Lake City

March 28, 2025 2:28pm ET

Accepted to NYU Stern

Round: Round 3

Received via email March 28, 2025

Standardized Test: GMAT

GPA: 3.6

GMAT: 720

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Target Career: Consulting

Application Location: United States, New York

Note:

Scholarship ($91,524 -- covers full tuition and fees)

March 28, 2025 2:13pm ET

Accepted to NYU Stern

Round: Round 2

Received via email March 28, 2025

Standardized Test: GRE

GPA: 3.24

GRE: 323

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Target Career: Other

Application Location: Philadelphia PA

Note:

Trying to go into sports finance. Consortium applicant, interviewed 03/07

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