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Published: December 12, 2024
A Guide to Test Waivers: Should You Request a Waiver for Submitting a GMAT or GRE Score?
It is no secret that standardized tests are not the part of the MBA application process that applicants most cherish. Some applicants simply aren’t good at standardized testing; others feel they do not have the time to invest in studying properly. With competition for applicants continuing to rise among schools, test waivers became a more prevalent option in b-school admissions. Whether you’re hesitant or excited about the GMAT or GRE, what are valid reasons to request a test waiver? Even if you have a valid reason, does it make sense to request a test waiver? In this piece, we take Read more
Published: December 8, 2024
The Week Ahead: Many MBA Decisions & Boston Carroll Deadline, December 9-13, 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! Busy Decision Week Many final decisions are now being released. Monday, December 9, Rice / Jones is scheduled to release its Round 1 decisions. Tuesday, December 10, Boston College / Carroll has its Round 2 deadline. Harvard, UPenn / Wharton and Georgetown / McDonough are scheduled to release their Round 1 decisions. Wednesday, December 11, Northwestern / Kellogg, UVA / Darden, UNC / Kenan-Flagler and Johns Hopkins / Carey are scheduled to release their Round 1 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: October 24, 2024
Clear Admit Event: Insights into Master in Management Programs, 2024
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. Dates: December 3rd & December 4th 2024 Time: 12 pm-1 pm Panel (all times Eastern) What makes someone a good fit for this kind of program? How are Master in Management programs structured? What Read more
Published: October 13, 2024
The Week Ahead: MBA Admissions, October 14-18, 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! Late Round 1 Deadlines & More Monday, October 14, Rice Business has its Round 1 application deadline. Tuesday, October 15, The Consortium has its Early Application round deadline. Texas / McCombs, Arizona / Carey, Boston College / Carroll, Indiana / Kelley, Notre Dame / Mendoza and Florida / Warrington have their Round 1 application deadlines. Wednesday, October 16, NYU / Stern has its Round 2 application deadline. Friday, October 18, Imperial College is scheduled to release Read more
Published: September 10, 2024
U.S. Business Schools Join the MiM Trend
Just a few years ago, most of the world’s leading Master in Management (MiM) programs could be found in Europe. Now, they’re gaining popularity in the U.S., with programs springing up across a number of top business schools.  Let’s take a look at how the MiM works, why it’s an appealing choice for so many, and which business schools offer these programs.  What Is a Master in Management (MiM)? A Master in Management (MiM) program offers a graduate degree designed for recent college graduates seeking a management education to Read more
Published: September 1, 2024
The Week Ahead: Round 1 & Early Action Deadlines, September 2-6, 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 1 Deadlines The 2024-2025 MBA admissions season is now underway. Monday, September 2, Oxford / Saïd has its Stage 1 application deadline. Wednesday, September 4, Harvard and UPenn / Wharton have their Round 1 application deadlines. Duke / Fuqua has its Early Action application deadline. Thursday, September 5, UVA / Darden and Notre Dame / Mendoza have their Early Action application deadlines. Friday, September 6, London Business School has its Round 1 application deadline. How Read more
Published: August 29, 2024
A Guide to Test Waivers: Should You Request a Waiver for Submitting a GMAT or GRE Score?
It is no secret that standardized tests are not the part of the MBA application process that applicants most cherish. Some applicants simply aren’t good at standardized testing; others feel they do not have the time to invest in studying properly. Due to COVID-19 and the related impact on testing centers and availability, test waivers became a more prevalent option in b-school admissions. Whether you’re hesitant or excited about the GMAT or GRE, what are valid reasons to request a test waiver? Even if you have a valid reason, does it make sense to request a test waiver? In this Read more
Published: August 14, 2024
MBA Degrees & Majors with a STEM Designation
The past few years have seen a surge in business schools that run MBA programs with a STEM designation. MBAs, that is, that are now classified as a science, technology, engineering or mathematics degree. The new STEM MBA designation is promising students a multitude of new opportunities – but what is it, really? Read on to find out what a STEM MBA is, which schools offer it, and what this all might mean for you.  What Is a STEM MBA? The structure of a STEM MBA is relatively simple. The foundational knowledge and core concepts of Read more
Published: August 1, 2024
Weekly Refresh: Latest MBA Essay Questions, Analyzed – Plus Deadlines & Rec Forms
It’s time for another Weekly Refresh, in which we list this week’s admissions advice and updates on the Clear Admit site. Essay Tips Drafting your application essays? See the latest of our experts’ advice in our Essay Topic Analysis. The following schools recently released their essays—click for our advice: IESE INSEAD ISB Notre Dame Mendoza Oxford Read more
Published: July 30, 2024
Early & Round 1 MBA Deadlines 2024-2025
To help you stay organized, we’ve compiled a chart of the earliest deadlines, including Early Action and Round 1, of the top business schools in one place. For schools that have announced their essay topic(s), you’ll find links to our corresponding Essay Topic Analysis in the “Essay(s) Released” column. We will continue to update this table as more Round 1 MBA deadlines and essay topics are announced. Deadlines are for Round 1 (unless otherwise noted). Last updated: August 19, 2024 School Deadline Decision Essay(s) Released? Application Live? Cambridge / Judge 8/27/2024 Yes Read more
Published: July 25, 2024
Weekly Refresh: Latest MBA Essay Questions, Analyzed – Plus Deadlines & Rec Forms
We are back with another Weekly Refresh, a roundup of admissions advice and updates on the Clear Admit site, as we prepare for the 2024-2025 admissions cycle. Essay Tips Drafting your application essays? See the latest of our experts’ advice in our Essay Topic Analysis. The following schools recently released their essays—click for our advice: Vanderbilt Owen Deadlines Released See the admissions deadlines that have rolled out: HEC Paris Imperial College London Business School The Ohio State Fisher USC Marshall Vanderbilt Owen WashU Olin You can also bookmark our  Read more
Published: July 18, 2024
Admissions Director Q&A: Claire Fitzgibbon of Notre Dame Mendoza
In this Admissions Director Q&A, we meet Claire Fitzgibbon, Senior Director of Graduate Enrollment at the University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business, for a deep dive into MBA admissions there. Claire is responsible for the strategy and oversight of all aspects of the graduate admission process. She began her career at Notre Dame in 2023 after many years leading undergraduate admission teams. Claire graduated from Mendoza while also a member of the Notre Dame Drumline. She also holds an M.A. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Hofstra University. Read on Read more
Published: July 9, 2024
GMAC Common Letter of Recommendation Analysis for MBA Applicants and Recommenders
Applying to business school entails a great deal of work for prospective students – and almost as much effort for the people writing their letters of recommendation. An effective MBA recommendation provides rich information about the candidate’s strengths, key accomplishments, and leadership abilities. It’s also important that a recommendation fully address every question that is asked by the admissions committee. So, when an applicant is targeting six schools that ask different questions across their recommendation forms, this can translate to a great deal of time and effort for already-busy recommenders. To alleviate some of this pressure, Read more
Published: June 20, 2024
Weekly Refresh: Latest MBA Essay Questions, Analyzed – Plus Deadlines & Rec Forms
We are back with another Weekly Refresh, a roundup of admissions advice and updates on the Clear Admit site, as we prepare for the 2024-2025 admissions cycle. Essay Tips Drafting your application essays? See the latest of our experts’ advice in our Essay Topic Analysis. The following schools recently released their essays—click for our advice: Dartmouth Tuck Michigan / Ross UVA / Darden Deadlines Released See the admissions deadlines that have rolled out: Read more
Published: May 2, 2024
Real Humans of Microsoft: Claudia Santa Cruz, Notre Dame Mendoza MBA ’21, Senior Sales Specialist
If you’re looking to advance to the next stage in your career, pivot to a new industry, embrace new experiences, engage with new people, and refine your leadership style, how do you make it happen? For Claudia Santa Cruz, it was through an MBA program. Santa Cruz was drawn to Notre Dame Mendoza by its close-knit community and the school’s priorities of ethical leadership and social impact, which resonated with her values. In this installment of our Real Humans: Alumni series, we learn how Mendoza provided Santa Cruz the skillset she needed to transition to Read more
Published: March 11, 2024
Real Humans of Amazon: Tanique Philogene, Notre Dame Mendoza MBA ’23, Senior Program Manager
In this Real Humans: Alumni, Tanique Philogene reveals how the Notre Dame Mendoza MBA program’s hands-on experiential learning gave her exactly the skills she needed for her pivot from finance to the tech industry. Some individuals know for sure where their path leads, and are just looking for the right opportunity at the right time. For Philogene, who knew before graduating high school she wanted an MBA, that opportunity was during the pandemic, when she had the time to prepare for the next stage of her career and personal development. Tanique Philogene Notre Dame Read more
Published: February 14, 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 University SC Johnson Graduate School of Management 42% Dartmouth College Tuck School of Business 33% Duke University Fuqua School of Business 47% Eli Broad Graduate School of Management at Michigan State University 33% Emory University Goizueta School of Business 49% Georgetown University McDonough School of Read more
Published: February 12, 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 holding their ground on b-school campuses–and, most recently, reported record highs. Look at the chart below to see the percentage of female MBA students at leading business schools around the Read more
Published: January 18, 2024
Clear Admit Event Series: Masters in Management Application Overview, February 2024
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. What makes someone a good fit for this kind of program? How are Master in Management programs structured? What can you do to put your Read more
Published: January 4, 2024
Fridays from the Frontline: Seven Weeks in Silicon Valley
In this edition from Fridays from the Frontline, Notre Dame Mendoza MBA student, Gautier Tonongbe, recounts the lessons he learned from his trip to Silicon Valley. Seven Weeks in Silicon Valley: A Transformational Journey! By: Gautier Tonongbe, Notre Dame Mendoza MBA Class of 2024 Immersing myself in classes led by Notre Dame professors Sarv Devaraj, Jan Poczobutt, Rebecca Tower and Nick Berente has been an unparalleled experience. These weeks have redefined my approach to innovation and entrepreneurship. In this short span, I’ve delved deep into discussions with entrepreneurs, product managers and engineers from Read more
Published: December 21, 2023
Fridays From the Frontline: My Mod-Away in Chile
In business school, experiential learning extends beyond campus to international projects. In this edition from Fridays from the Frontline, Notre Dame Mendoza student, Bailey Harrison, sums up her MBA study abroad experience in Chile. My Mod-Away in Chile By: Bailey Harrison, Notre Dame MBA Class of 2024 Notre Dame Mendoza’s Mod Away program has allowed me to grow personally and professionally within a supportive environment. During our seven weeks in Chile, we participated in four courses: International Marketing, International Economics, International Finance and Chilean Business Immersion. Each International course focuses on Chilean (and more generally Latin American) Read more
Published: November 6, 2023
Real Humans of the Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business Class of 2025
Learn more about business school life in this edition of Real Humans: MBA Students featuring new candidates at the University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business. 104 students matriculated for the Class of 2025. Women comprise 31 percent of the class and another 34 percent are international students, representing 19 countries. Among domestic students, 20 percent are underrepresented minorities. Another 20 percent of U.S. students are military veterans. During their undergraduate years, the new Mendoza class had a mean GPA of 3.4. Twenty-four percent were the first in their families to earn a Read more
Published: October 24, 2023
Clear Admit Event: Insights into Master in Management Programs, 2023
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. What makes someone a good fit for this kind of program? How are Master in Management programs structured? What can you do to put your best foot forward in the application process at leading MiM programs? Hear directly from Read more
Published: October 30, 2022
Round 2 MBA Application Deadlines 2022-2023
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) 11/15/2022 1/20/2023 Yes Yes Indian School of Business 11/27/2022 2/2023 Yes Yes Dartmouth / Tuck  1/4/2023 3/16/2023 Yes Yes Harvard Business School 1/4/2023 3/29/2023 Read more
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CLASS SIZE: 104
% Women: 31%
MEdiAN GMAT: 710
MEAN GPA: 3.4
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December 17, 2024 6:19am ET
Applying: Columbia, Dartmouth / Tuck, Duke / Fuqua, Georgetown / McDonough, Harvard Business School, Michigan / Ross, MIT Sloan, Northwestern / Kellogg, NYU Stern, U. Chicago Booth, UPenn / Wharton, UT Austin / McCombs
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Registered Nurse
Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting Companies: Bain , BCG , McKinsey
GRE: 326
GPA: 3.5
Years of Work Experience: 3
Location: Colorado
Post MBA Location: Chicago/NYC
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Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing (GPA: 3.5) from a top 2 nursing school
Work Experience: 3 years as a high-risk OB Registered Nurse at a major hospital, with leadership roles in various healthcare initiatives and patient care management.
Additional Experience: Currently working as a GP
Operations Specialist at an early-stage healthcare/tech-focused venture capital firm, where I optimize operational processes and support investment decisions in the healthcare sector.
I understand my background is somewhat non-traditional for an MBA program and that my stats are about average for these schools, but I believe my experience in healthcare and VC provides a unique perspective and skill set. Which M7 or T15 schools do you think I should realistically target, especially those known for strong consulting programs? With my stats and experience do I realistically have a shot at admission to a top program? I have a particular interest in Kellogg and Booth, as I'm planning on pursuing a career in healthcare consulting.
Additionally, I would love any guidance on how to present myself as a competitive candidate and effectively showcase my strengths and experiences in healthcart and venture capital. Thank you for your help!
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December 17, 2024 12:03am ET
Applying: Columbia, Dartmouth / Tuck, Duke / Fuqua, NYU Stern, UCLA Anderson, UVA / Darden, Yale SOM
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Worked in Tech vertical at Barclays
Post-MBA Target Industry: Investment Banking Companies: Goldman Sachs , JP Morgan , Merrill Lynch , Morgan Stanley
GRE: 335
GPA: 3.2
Years of Work Experience: 2.5
Location: India
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With an experience of 2.5 years and a promotion to mid-managerial level as a data analyst, I look forward to MBA for a broader global exposure and be in the decision making position to see how my work brings a real time impact for the organisation.
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December 16, 2024 6:24am ET
Applying: Columbia, Dartmouth / Tuck, Georgetown / McDonough, Northwestern / Kellogg, NYU Stern, Yale SOM
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Risk management security services/operations
Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting
GRE: 320
GPA: 3.75
Years of Work Experience: 4
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December 15, 2024 6:03pm ET
Applying: Berkeley / Haas, Columbia, Harvard Business School, MIT Sloan, NYU Stern, Stanford GSB, UCLA Anderson, Yale SOM
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Finance
Post-MBA Target Industry: Venture Capital
GRE: 325
GPA: 3.2
Years of Work Experience: 4
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December 13, 2024 7:23am ET
Applying: Columbia, Cornell / Johnson, Dartmouth / Tuck, Duke / Fuqua, UPenn / Wharton, Yale SOM
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Private Equity Tax Operations
Post-MBA Target Industry: Investment Banking, Venture Capital, Private Equity
GRE: 335
GPA: 3.30
Years of Work Experience: 3
Location: India
Post MBA Location: New York
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Undergraduate: US took 6 years to graduate due to health issues. Took 1 gap year, 6 months of co-op in college + covid.
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December 17, 2024 11:47pm ET
Interview Invite to NYU Stern
Round: Round 2
Received via email December 17, 2024
GPA: 3.67
GRE: 329
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Application Location: United States
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Submitted on 10/16
December 17, 2024 10:44pm ET
Accepted to UPenn / Wharton
Round: Round 1
Received via email on December 09, 2024
GPA: 3.52
GMAT: 750
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Application Location: Mexico
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So excited! Dreams do come true! Interviewer emailed me shortly after the decision. Got some money as well.
December 17, 2024 9:13pm ET
Rejected at UT Austin / McCombs
Round: Round 1
Received via email December 17, 2024
GPA: 8.33/10
GRE: 331
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Entrepreneurship
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To be honest, it came as a shocker because this was my safety school. But I got accepted to higher-ranked schools on my priority list, so it is okay. I will most likely enrol at Harvard if they are generous with FinAid. Wishing everyone the best for R2
December 17, 2024 7:29pm ET
Accepted to UT Austin / McCombs
Round: Round 1
Received via portal December 17, 2024
GRE: 325
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
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Missed the call from a 2Y student, and received 20K/year. Very grateful for the result.
December 17, 2024 6:54pm ET
Rejected at Berkeley / Haas
Round: Round 1
Received via email on December 11, 2024
GPA: 3.7
GRE: 326
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Technology
Application Location: Intl.
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Will have 3.5 YoE by matriculation.
Applied days before the deadline.
The adcom left me to die and waited until the last day for R1 decisions to let me know of my rejection.
Anyways, I'm pleased about my rejection and knowing I'm not going to a woke school. I still got an acceptance at 2 higher ranked schools.
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