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Published: June 13, 2024

Weekly Refresh: Latest MBA Essay Questions, Analyzed – Plus Deadlines

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: Cambridge Judge Northwestern Kellogg NYU Stern Deadlines Released See the admissions deadlines that have Read more

Published: June 11, 2024

Episode 357: Insights from Top MBA Admissions Directors

Recorded live at the Clear Admit MBA Fair, admissions directors from top business schools share their insights on key questions prospective MBA students often need answering in this special episode of the Clear Admit MBA Admissions Podcast. The episode features Eddie Asbie from Cornell Johnson, Dana Fernandez from Harvard Business School, Matthew Ganderson from Michigan Ross, and Lindsay Lloyd from NYU Stern. Together, they answer questions such as: What are the different teaching methods employed in MBA programs, and can you describe experiential learning? Do you have any Read more

Published: May 30, 2024

Fridays from the Frontline: Building Community-Powered Entrepreneurship in India

Rutu Suthar of the NYU Stern MBA Class of 2024 provides a look into the kind of real-world experience MBA students can expect to gain during their studies. In this edition from Fridays from the Frontline, Suthar recounts her Stern Solutions experiential learning project that met her goals of social and international impact. Building Community-Powered Entrepreneurship in India By: Rutu Suthar, NYU Stern MBA ‘24 During the Spring 2024 semester, NYU Stern offered a new Stern Solutions experiential learning project, “Social Enterprise Incubation in India,” which challenged students to explore new ways to support Read more

Published: April 14, 2024

The Week Ahead: MBA Deadlines & Interview Invites, April 15-19, 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 Deadlines & Interview Invitations We are now completed the decision release period for Round 2 candidates, and have moved on to Round 3. Monday, April 15, USC / Marshall has its Round 4 application deadline. Wednesday, April 17, Oxford / Saïd is scheduled to release its Stage 3 interview invites. Thursday, April 18, NYU / Stern has its Round 4 application deadline. Friday, April 19, UPenn / Wharton is scheduled to release its Round Read more

Published: April 8, 2024

U.S. News 2024 Best Business Schools: Wharton & Stanford GSB Share Top Spot

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 Kellogg. Clear Admit Co-Founder Graham Richmond notes, “For the second year in a row, the US News ranking methodology favors career outcomes (salaries, rates of employment, recruiter Read more

Published: March 31, 2024

The Week Ahead: MBA Admissions Deadlines & Decisions, April 1-5, 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 deadlines amid Round 2 notifications. We are now completing the decision release period for Round 2 candidates, and Round 3 application deadlines continue. Monday, April 1, NYU / Stern has its Round 3 initial notification deadline. Tuesday, April 2, UPenn / Wharton has its Round 3 application deadline. Wednesday, April 3, Columbia, Northwestern / Kellogg, and UVA / Darden have their Round 3 application deadlines. Thursday, April 4, Chicago / Booth and Michigan / Read more

Published: March 25, 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 – 5:50: MBA – WHO? WHAT? WHEN? WHERE? WHY?6:00 – 6:30: CONSULTING CAREERS7:00 – 7:30: ADMISSIONS TIPS: TESTS & GRADES, WORK EXPERIENCE, OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES Read more

Published: March 21, 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 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 Booth and Kellogg have very strong track records of MBB job placement. Management Consulting Job Placement for the MBA Read more

Published: March 20, 2024

Real Humans of Hulu: Jess Keane, NYU Stern MBA ’22, Senior Content Acquisition Associate

Jess Keane’s passion for storytelling and film ultimately led her to Hulu, a career pivot enabled by an MBA from NYU Stern. In this edition of our Real Humans: Alumni series, Keane shares her story of how she found the perfect program to pursue her dreams–one with an entertainment specialization, emphasis on emotional intelligence and empathy, and industry opportunities that helped her galvanize the skills she needed to embark on her new career. From investment banking to entertainment, follow her path below. Jess Keane, NYU Stern MBA ’22, Senior Content Acquisition Associate at Read more

Published: March 17, 2024

NYU Stern MBA Interview Questions & Report: Round 1 / Alumna / Zoom

I had a Round 1 interview with a very friendly alumna via Zoom. She made me feel comfortable throughout it and the conversation was very chill. The questions I remember were: – Quick intros with ice-breaker (have your pitch ready) – What’s your leadership style? – How would you co-workers describe you? And your boss? – What will you bring to Stern? – Have your worked with diverse teams? Tell me about it. – Anything else you’d like to tell me? – Time for my questions. Go conscious of your leadership traits Read more

Published: March 17, 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 really deliver on finance industry job placement and can accelerate finance careers. In particular, M7 business schools continue to dominate in the buy-side job placements for venture capital, private equity, and investment management. In this analysis, we review Class of 2023 MBA Read more

Published: March 14, 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 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 Read more

Published: February 27, 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 applicants’ academic abilities and a high score can help you stand out in admissions. Also, average GMAT scores play a role in schools’ rankings. Review the average GMAT scores for your b-schools in the U.S. below. Median scores and ranges presented as Read more

Published: February 22, 2024

Upcoming: Ask Us Anything! Live Chat with NYU Stern Admissions Officers

Have questions for NYU Stern Admissions Directors about their MBA program? This Ask Me Anything (AMA) Live Chat is for YOU! Are you considering applying for NYU Stern’s final deadline on April 18 or are you thinking about a future cycle? No matter where you are in the application process, NYU Stern admissions officers can answer your questions to guide you as you enter the next phase of your MBA journey. Bring all of your questions for this interactive chat session and, whether you are in the research phase or trying to make a final decision on which Read more

Published: February 22, 2024

Fridays from the Frontline: NYU’s Student-led Impact Investment Fund

In this edition of Fridays from the Frontline, Brian Ward, a third-year MBA/MPA dual-degree candidate at the NYU Stern School of Business and Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, shares how NYU’s student-led impact fund helped him chart a course to make an impact. Learning To Drive System-Wide Change Through NYU’s Student-led Impact Investment Fund By Brian Ward, NYU MBA/MPA ’24 Our world faces challenges that media headlines frequently characterize as insurmountable – climate change, economic inequality, demographic inversion, and over 100 million refugees and people displaced from their homes. For many prospective Read more

Published: February 21, 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. 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 19, 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 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 26% Carnegie Mellon 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

The Financial Times 2024 Global MBA Ranking: Wharton Returns & Lands at the Top

The Financial 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 parentheses): Ranking School 1 The Wharton School (na) 2 INSEAD (2) 3 (tie) Columbia Business School (1) 3 (tie) SDA Bocconi (6) 5 Iese Business School (3) 6 (tie) Northwestern University Kellogg (9) 6 (tie) 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: February 5, 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 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 31, 2024

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 30, 2024

NYU Stern MBA Interview Questions & Report: Round 3 / Adcom / Virtual

Really conversational and fun! We started off talking about my Pick 6 and then went from there. Questions asked: 1) Why Stern? Why MBA? 2) How will you use resources at Stern to help with recruiting? 3) Long term goals 3-5 years out? 4) Why NYC? 5) What is a strength of yours? 6) Leadership Style? Read more

Published: January 15, 2024

NYU Stern MBA Interview Questions & Report: Round 1 / Adcom / Zoom

Interviewed with an adcom member. She was super nice and made me really comfortable throughout the meeting. You should be ready for very specific questions from your application materials. I think Stern puts a lot weight on candidate’s recruitment strategy, so be prepared. Other than that, just go out and show your research and interest into the program. Good luck to everyone. (Lasted about 35 minutes) – Question about Pick Six. – Could you give me an overview of your daily responsibilities? What does your typical day look like at work? – How would your coworkers describe Read more

Published: January 14, 2024

The Week Ahead: MBA Admissions Deadlines, January 15-19, 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 Deadlines Continue. We are now coming to the end of the Round 2 application deadline cycle. Tuesday, January 16, INSEAD has its Round 3 application deadline. Wednesday, January 17, MIT / Sloan has its Round 2 application deadline. Thursday, January 18, NYU / Stern has its Round 3 application deadline. How “The Wires” Can Help Visit MBA LiveWire for the latest “buzz” about MBA admissions, including interview invitations and decision notifications. There are 5 Ways Read more

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CLASS SIZE: 352

Women: 47%

MEAN GMAT: 733

MEAN GPA: 3.64

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December 21, 2024 12:13pm ET

Applying: Dartmouth / Tuck, Northwestern / Kellogg, UPenn / Wharton, UT Austin / McCombs, UVA / Darden

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Military/Corporate Logistics

Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting Companies: Bain , BCG , McKinsey

GRE: 302

GPA: 3.63

Years of Work Experience: 9

Notes:

Submitting for R2, but retaking GRE after application deadline. Military Vet with Corporate experience.

December 20, 2024 5:17pm ET

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

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Healthcare

Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting Companies: Bain , BCG

GRE: 332

GPA: 3.5

Years of Work Experience: 3

Location: Florida

Post MBA Location: Consulting

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25F, lgbtq, 3 years as a registered nurse. also have started working for an early stage VC in the past several months.

December 19, 2024 4:44pm ET

Applying: Berkeley / Haas, Stanford GSB

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Insurance

Post-MBA Target Industry: Entrepreneurship

GRE: 318

GPA: 3.59

Years of Work Experience: 3.5

Location: Georgia

Post MBA Location: Southeast

Notes:

Looking to launch a tech startup post MBA, without any background in tech. Come from a quant heavy background and undergraduate coursework. I regularly attended admissions events, in person and online at my schools. I hope that focusing energy on my few top schools and spending a lot of time on essays will help me overcome the less than average test score (164 quant 154 verbal) and GPA.

Serial entrepreneur with a history of profitable small businesses. Was promoted twice in 3.5 years. Involved in many extracurricular activities in and outside of work. My background is very centered around financial services/insurance, is this a red flag for a pivot to Tech Entrepreneurship?

Transferred between two state schools in the southeast. School I graduated from is a top 25 undergrad business program. Obtained a few professionals designations post grad.

December 18, 2024 11:38am ET

Applying: Michigan / Ross, UNC Kenan-Flagler, Vanderbilt / Owen

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Held various positions in Finance and Accounting in a healthcare institution

Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting, Other Companies: BCG , Deloitte , Other

GPA: 3.0

Years of Work Experience: 11

Location: International

Notes:

I am passionate about healthcare enhancing patient quality care. So exploring in that field is what I would love. Got a 72k scholarship from Vandy and named Forte Fellow. UNC 50k. I'm having a hard time deciding though my heart is leaning towards Owen

December 18, 2024 10:23am ET

Applying: Arizona State / W.P. Carey, Indiana / Kelley, Ohio State / Fisher

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Facility management

Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting

GRE: 309

GPA: 2.8

Years of Work Experience: 3

Notes:

Graduate GPA -3.869

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December 21, 2024 8:37am ET

Accepted to Duke / Fuqua

Round: Round 1

Received via phone on December 11, 2024

GMAT: 675

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Target Career: Consulting

December 21, 2024 2:38am ET

Waitlisted at Duke / Fuqua

Round: Round 1

Received via phone on December 10, 2024

GPA: 3.27

GMAT: 760

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Target Career: Finance

Application Location: CA

December 20, 2024 11:16pm ET

Accepted to Babson / Olin

Round: Round 1

Received via email on December 17, 2024

GPA: 3.9

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Target Career: Consulting

Application Location: South Asia

December 20, 2024 7:50pm ET

Accepted to Columbia

Round: Round 1

Received via portal on December 10, 2024

GMAT: 750

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Application Location: India

Note:

$100k scholarship

December 20, 2024 3:21pm ET

Accepted to Yale SOM

Round: Round 1

Received via email December 20, 2024

GPA: 4.0

GMAT: 750

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Note:

100% scholarship

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