Real Humans of MBA Students

Published: November 18, 2024

Real Humans of the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School MBA Class of 2026

The Johns Hopkins University (JHU) Carey Business School MBA Class of 2026 students hail from diverse fields including healthcare, technology, engineering, and social impact. Sixty-three students matriculated to be part of the JHU Carey class this fall. Just shy of 59 percent of the class are women and 76 percent of U.S. students identify as a minority. Meanwhile, 60 percent of the new class are international. Students’ average undergraduate GPA was 3.42. Nearly 64 percent earned degrees in a STEM discipline. Roughly 21 percent had majored in law, government, social sciences or humanities. Sixteen percent pursued business, Read more

Published: November 14, 2024

Real Humans of SMU Cox School of Business MBA Class of 2026

The SMU Cox School of Business stands out as a dynamic hub for aspiring professionals seeking to advance their careers through a well-rounded MBA experience. Located in Dallas, Texas, SMU Cox offers students an enriching educational journey, bolstered by a supportive community, a powerful alumni network, and a strong connection to the local business landscape. In this edition of Real Humans: MBA Students, we hear directly from new members of the SMU Cox community. But, first, let’s take a look at the class profile for the MBA Class of 2026. Eighty-five students matriculated to be part of Read more

Published: November 13, 2024

Real Humans Profile: The Columbia Business School MBA Class of 2026

The newest Columbia Business School (CBS) MBA class brings together a uniquely talented and diverse group, showcasing the program’s dynamic class profile and the global appeal of CBS’s curriculum and culture. From former professional athletes and tech innovators to passionate entrepreneurs and advocates of social impact, each student brings a wealth of experience and perspective, making CBS a vibrant hub for future leaders–and we meet some of them in this edition of Real Humans: MBA Students. But first, let’s take a look at the class profile stats for the 972 students who matriculated at Read more

Published: November 11, 2024

Real Humans Profile: Wharton’s MBA Class of 2026

The University of Pennsylvania Wharton MBA Class of 2026 represents a global community of ambitious individuals, from military officers to former consultants, all drawn to Wharton’s collaborative and inclusive culture, as we’ll see in the profiles in this Real Humans: MBA Students. The program’s reputation for supporting entrepreneurial ventures and offering unmatched resources across various industries continues to be a pivotal attraction. As the class embarks on their journey, they bring diverse perspectives and a shared commitment to growth, making them a transformative cohort in Wharton’s rich history of business leadership. Wharton welcomed 866 Read more

Published: November 7, 2024

Real Humans of the UMD Robert H. Smith School of Business MBA Class of 2026

In this edition of our Real Humans: MBA Students series, we meet some new members of the MBA Class of 2026 at the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, a dynamic cohort with a shared commitment to impactful leadership. From military veterans transitioning into federal service to experienced analysts with a passion for data-driven decision-making, these students bring unique perspectives shaped by years of experience in fields ranging from technology and consulting to finance and the military. The newest class is comprised of 69 students. Thirty-five percent are women and 68 percent are international. Read more

Published: November 6, 2024

Real Humans of the Cambridge Judge MBA Class of 2025

For this edition of Real Humans: MBA Students, some new members of Cambridge University’s Judge Business School MBA join us to share their admissions stories, why they chose Judge and more. 244 students joined the one-year program in the fall of 2024. Women comprise 47 percent of the new class. All together, the group represents 49 nationalities. Upon matriculation, the Cambridge Judge class had six years of average work experience. Fifty-four percent had worked in industry prior to matriculation. Twenty-two percent came from finance and 15 percent from consulting. Their average age landed at 29. Read more

Published: November 4, 2024

Real Humans of the Yale School of Management MBA Class of 2026

We’re introducing some new members of the Yale School of Management MBA Class of 2026, a group of future leaders with a shared mission to create impactful change across industries in this edition of our ongoing series, Real Humans: MBA Students. Each student brings a unique combination of professional experience, cultural perspective, and personal ambition that enriches the vibrant and supportive SOM community. If we look at the Yale SOM MBA class profile first, the class is comprised of 347 students. Thirty-nine percent of the new class are women. Forty-eight percent hold passports for Read more

Published: October 31, 2024

Real Humans of the IESE MBA Class of 2026

Meet some new members of the IESE MBA Class of 2026, a remarkable cohort that embodies diversity, experience, and ambition in this edition of our Real Humans: MBA Students series. Hailing from Lagos to Baghdad, Santiago to Seoul, these students bring a rich tapestry of backgrounds and aspirations to the vibrant Barcelona campus. The latest IESE class is comprised of about 350 students. The students’ average age is 29 at the time of matriculation, and GMAT scores range from 580 to 750. More than 50 countries are represented by the class, and international students Read more

Published: October 30, 2024

Real Humans of Northwestern Kellogg’s MBA Class of 2026

Meet some new members of the MBA Class of 2026 at Northwestern Kellogg in this edition of Real Humans: MBA Students. All together, 524 students matriculated in the Kellogg MBA Class of 2026. A full half, 50 percent, are women and 40 percent are international. Based on Federal guidelines, 21 percent of the MBA students identify as Asian American and 17 percent as Hispanic/Latinx. Two percent are Black/African American and another three percent identify as multi-race students. Eleven percent are members of the LGBTQ+ community and six percent are U.S. military veterans. During their undergraduate Read more

Published: October 28, 2024

Real Humans Profile: The NYU Stern MBA Class of 2026

Get to know some NYU Stern MBA students beyond the class profile in this edition of our ongoing series, Real Humans: MBA Students. The NYU Stern class profile shows a diverse cohort of 352 students. Women make up 47 percent of the new class and 40 percent of the class holds international citizenship. Forty-six percent of U.S. students identify as members of a U.S. minority group, with 22 percent who identify as underrepresented minorities. This diversity reflects Stern’s commitment to fostering an inclusive and globally-minded business education. The class boasts an impressive average undergraduate Read more

Published: October 24, 2024

Real Humans of MBA Students: Rochester Simon’s Class of 2026

Meet some new students at the University of Rochester Simon Business School in this edition of Real Humans: MBA Students. 116 students matriculated at Rochester Simon in the fall of 2024. Forty-six percent are women and the students hail from 22 different countries. Thirty-five percent of U.S. students identify as minorities. During their undergraduate years, the new class reported the 80% range of GPAs to be 2.7 to 3.8. Business & commerce were the most popular majors at 27 percent. Engineering and math/science followed at 22 percent each. Seventeen percent had earned degrees in Read more

Published: October 23, 2024

Real Humans of the University of Georgia Terry College of Business MBA Class of 2026

Get to know some new members of the University of Georgia Terry College of Business MBA Class of 2026 in this edition of our ongoing series, Real Humans: MBA Students. 102 students matriculated to the Athens, Georgia, campus in the fall of 2024. Just over a third, 34 percent, of the new class are women while 19 percent are international. Thirteen percent of U.S. students identify as minorities. Seven percent of the new class have a military background. Ten percent are members of the LGBTQ+ community. During their undergraduate years, the latest Georgian Terry Read more

Published: October 21, 2024

Real Humans of Emory Goizueta Business School MBA Class of 2026

In this Real Humans: MBA Students, we’re taking a trip to Atlanta, Georgia, to meet some new members of the Emory Goizueta Business School MBA Class of 2026. First, let’s review the class profile for the newest cohort. 128 students matriculated to be part of the two-year MBA Class of 2026. Thirty-two percent are women and 45 percent are international, representing 18 countries. Twenty-eight percent of U.S. students identify as underrepresented minorities. Eight percent are members of the LGBTQ+ community. During their undergraduate years, new Emory Goizueta students earned a mean GPA of 3.5. Read more

Published: October 17, 2024

Real Humans of MBA Students: Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Business Class of 2026

Meet some new members of Vanderbilt University’s Owen Graduate School of Business in this edition of Real Humans: MBA Students. 175 students joined the Vanderbilt Owen MBA Class of 2026. Twenty-nine percent of the new cohort are women and 30 percent are international. Nineteen percent of U.S. citizens identify as minorities and 10 percent as underrepresented minorities. During their undergraduate years, the class reported a median GPA of 3.4. Forty percent had majored in business/economics and 13 percent in engineering. Eleven percent earned degrees in humanities/fine arts followed by social sciences at 10 percent. Read more

Published: October 16, 2024

Real Humans of the Boston College Carroll School of Management MBA Class of 2026

We are shipping off to Boston for this edition of our Real Humans: MBA Students series to meet some new members of the Boston College Carroll School of Management MBA Class of 2026. The new class is comprised of 95 students. A quarter are women and 26 percent are international. Another 26 percent of U.S. students identify as African-American, Hispanic, Asian, or Native American. During their undergraduate years, 18 percent had studied business and 25 percent humanities/social sciences. Eleven percent each pursued degrees in engineering or finance. Twenty-two percent had double majors. Their mean Read more

Published: October 14, 2024

Real Humans of the Chicago Booth MBA Class of 2026

In this edition of our Real Humans: MBA Students series, we go beyond the class profile to get an inside look at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business with the new MBA Class of 2026. Out of 5,182 applicants, 652 new students matriculated at Chicago Booth in 2024. Forty-two percent are women and 35 percent are international, representing 66 different countries. Based on Federal reporting guidelines, 30 percent of U.S. students identify as Asian American, eight percent as Black/African America, 10 percent as Hispanic/Latinx, and four percent as multi-race. Read more

Published: October 10, 2024

Real Humans of the University of Florida Warrington MBA Class of 2026

Learn more about student life at the University of Florida Warrington College of Business as we meet some new members of the MBA Class of 2026 in this Real Humans: MBA Students. Thirty-two students matriculated to Warrington in 2024. A quarter of the new class are women and nearly 16 percent are international. Fifty-three percent of U.S. citizens and permanent residents identify as minorities. All together, they arrived to campus at an average age of 26 and with an average of four years of work experience. Six percent had served in the military. When Read more

Published: October 9, 2024

Real Humans of Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business MBA Class of 2026

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 Read more

Published: October 7, 2024

Real Humans of the UNC Kenan-Flagler MBA Class of 2026

Get to know some UNC Kenan-Flagler MBA students behind the class profile in this edition of our Real Humans: MBA Students series as we stop in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The UNC Kenan-Flagler MBA Class of 2026 is a diverse and driven group, united by a shared ambition to enhance their leadership skills and make a meaningful impact in the business world. The UNC MBA class profiles shows that, of the 249 new students, 43 percent are international and 31 percent are women. Twelve percent have a military background. The new Kenan-Flagler class reported Read more

Published: October 3, 2024

Real Humans of the IMD MBA Class of 2025

Meet some of the future leaders shaping global business in this edition of Real Humans: MBA Students with new members of the IMD Class of 2025. 103 students joined IMD’s one-year MBA program. Thirty-seven percent of the new class are women and 97 percent hail from outside of Switzerland, representing 44 countries altogether. New IMD students arrived at the business school campus at an average age of 30 with an average of six years of work experience. Twenty-two percent had worked in financing and 16 percent in consulting. Another 12 percent hailed from Read more

Published: October 2, 2024

Real Humans of Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business MBA Class of 2026

We meet some new members of the Indiana University Kelley School of Business MBA Class of 2026 in this edition of our ongoing Real Humans: MBA Students series. 103 students matriculated at Kelley in the Fall of 2024. Forty-six percent are international students and 28 percent are women. U.S. minorities make up 21 percent of the class. During their undergraduate years, the group averaged a 3.4 GPA. Thirty-nine percent had earned undergraduate degrees in science and engineering. Thirty-four percent majored in business administration, while another 23 percent pursued social sciences and humanities. When it Read more

Published: September 30, 2024

Real Humans of the Carnegie Mellon Tepper MBA Class of 2026

Learn more about student life at the Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) Tepper School of Business as we meet some new members of the MBA Class of 2026 in this Real Humans: MBA Students. From military leadership to startup ventures and corporate finance, these students are embarking on their MBA journeys to advance their careers and sharpen their skills. 156 students matriculated at the program in Pittsburgh this year. Thirty-one percent of the new class are women and 39 percent are international. Fifty-five percent of U.S. students identify as minorities as 27 percent as underrepresented Read more

Published: September 26, 2024

Real Humans of MBA Students: The Ohio State Fisher Class of 2026

The Ohio State University (OSU) Fisher College of Business MBA Class of 2026 features a dynamic and diverse group of individuals, each bringing a unique blend of professional experience, personal interests, and aspirations to the program as shared in this edition of our Real Humans: MBA Students series. 47 students matriculated at the program this year. Thirty-six percent of the new class are women and 45 percent are international, representing 13 countries. Thirty-one percent of U.S. students identify as minorities. Nine percent are part of the LGBTQ+ community. During their undergraduate years, OSU Fisher Read more

Published: September 25, 2024

Real Humans of MBA Students: Duke Fuqua Class of 2026

We head to Durham, North Carolina, in this edition of Real Humans: MBA Students to meet some new members of the Duke University Fuqua School of Business Daytime MBA Class of 2026. The Duke Fuqua MBA Class of 2026, which numbers 427 students, is filled with diverse, accomplished individuals from across the globe, each bringing unique perspectives and experiences to the program. Women make up 51 percent of the new class, a record for the school, and 41 percent are international students. U.S. Students of Color—U.S. domestic or permanent resident students who identify as Read more

Published: September 23, 2024

Real Humans of the London Business School MBA Class of 2026

Learn more about the London Business School (LBS) experience by meeting some of the new members of the MBA Class of 2026 in this edition of our Real Humans: MBA Students series. The LBS MBA Class of 2026 is comprised of 431 students. Forty-five percent are women and 90 percent are from outside the United Kingdom, representing 65 different nationalities. Eighteen percent came from the U.S. and Canada and another 17 percent from Central and South America. A full quarter hailed from Asia — 12 percent from South Asia and 13 percent from South Read more

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November 19, 2024 12:51pm ET

Applying: Berkeley / Haas, Cornell / Johnson, Dartmouth / Tuck, Duke / Fuqua, INSEAD, Michigan / Ross, MIT Sloan, Northwestern / Kellogg, U. Chicago Booth, UPenn / Wharton, Yale SOM

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Tech in government

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

GRE: 319

GPA: 2.9

Years of Work Experience: 7

Notes:

I got cancer when I was undergrad that's why my undergrad GPA is low. After MBA I want to work in consulting then make a social impact in Africa through entrepreneurship

November 19, 2024 12:06pm ET

Applying: Duke / Fuqua, Harvard Business School, Michigan / Ross, Northwestern / Kellogg, Stanford GSB, U. Chicago Booth, U. Washington / Foster, UNC Kenan-Flagler, UT Austin / McCombs, UVA / Darden

Pre-MBA Career: Wealth Management and Military

Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting, Asset Management, inc. HF, Other Companies: Bain , BCG , Deloitte , McKinsey , Goldman Sachs , JP Morgan Asset Management , State Street , Vanguard

GPA: 3.80

Years of Work Experience: 7

Location: San Diego

Post MBA Location: Chicago, Seattle, Minneapolis, Charlotte

Notes:

UG Degree: BBA Financial Markets at an Accredited Institution.

Civilian Work History: 3 years as Wealth Advisor under an RIA in Minneapolis and Denver. Total AUM of ~$350-400M, served as a salaried advisor in a primary and secondary capacity. Holistic services to include investment management, estate planning, retirement planning, insurance planning, tax planning, etc.

Military History: 4 years as a supply/logistics officer heading efforts for air/ground mobility, defense contracting, supply and procurement, and fiscal budget management while located at various bases within CONUS and multiple forward deployed locations.

Professional Certifications: Obtained Certified Financial Planner designation (2022) and Series 65 (2019).

November 18, 2024 12:50am ET

Applying: Columbia, Dartmouth / Tuck, Duke / Fuqua, Emory / Goizueta, NYU Stern, UNC Kenan-Flagler, Yale SOM

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Consulting

Post-MBA Target Industry: Investment Banking Companies: Bank of America , Barclays , Citibank , Credit Suisse , Goldman Sachs , JP Morgan Chase

GRE: 323

GPA: 3.32

Years of Work Experience: 7

Notes:

Education:
- Combined Major in Economics and Statistics
- CFA Charterholder (passed all three levels on the first attempt)

Professional Experience:
- Manager at a Big 4 firm Specializing in capital projects and infrastructure, with a role similar to investment banking
- Seven years of experience, mainly in financial services in Ghana

Extracurricular Activities:
- Pro bono capital-raising services for SMEs
- Aspiring to run a full advisory firm for SMEs in the future
- CFA exam coaching and tutorial classes for candidates
- Founder of a travel and tour club offering affordable trips to explore beautiful and historic scenes in Ghana

Will being 32 years old affect the attractiveness of my candidacy?

November 17, 2024 9:24am ET

Applying: Columbia, , Georgetown / McDonough, Harvard Business School, INSEAD, NYU Stern, Oxford / Saïd, Stanford GSB, UCLA Anderson, Yale SOM

Pre-MBA Career: Higher Education

Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting, Technology, Investment Banking, Venture Capital, Private Equity, Media, Undecided Companies: Bain , BCG , McKinsey , JP Morgan , Morgan Stanley , JP Morgan Chase , Apple , Google , Microsoft , Andressen Horowitz , Charles River , Sequoia Capital , Blackstone , KKR , 21st Century Fox , Comcast , Walt Disney

GPA: 3.97

Years of Work Experience: 5

Location: Denver, Colorado

Post MBA Location: New York City

November 16, 2024 5:16pm ET

Applying: ESADE, IE Business School, IESE

Intake Year: 2025

Pre-MBA Career: Tech

Post-MBA Target Industry: Technology, Pharmaceutical Companies: Apple , Facebook , Google , Microsoft , Oracle , Johnson & Johnson , Novartis , Pfizer , Roche

GMAT: 525

GPA: 2.79

Years of Work Experience: 4

Post MBA Location: Europe

Notes:

Asian, female, USA. Top 10 Undergraduate school in USA, majored in Biomedical Engineering. Worked for Salesforce, Accenture, and Microsoft within sales department. Major accomplishments within sales roles. Strong personal essays. Letters of Recommendations from direct managers. Founder and held multiple leadership positions in school clubs during Undergrad. Just a really bad test taker and cannot seem to get my scores up no matter how many times I take it specifically in the quant section. American trying to stay in Europe post MBA and only applying to European B-schools.

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November 20, 2024 11:49pm ET

Interview Invite to Berkeley / Haas

Round: Round 1

Received via email November 20, 2024

GMAT: 645

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

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November 20, 2024 9:20pm ET

Interview Invite to Dartmouth / Tuck

Round: Round 1

Received via portal on September 04, 2024

GPA: 3.74

GRE: 311

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Target Career: Consulting

Application Location: Tampa, FL

Note:

Applied early enough to guarantee interview.

November 20, 2024 9:19pm ET

Interview Invite to U. Washington / Foster

Round: Round 1

Received via email on October 31, 2024

GPA: 3.74

GRE: 313

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Target Career: Consulting

Application Location: Tampa, FL

November 20, 2024 9:18pm ET

Interview Invite to Northwestern / Kellogg

Round: Round 1

Received via portal on October 03, 2024

GPA: 3.74

GRE: 311

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Target Career: Consulting

Application Location: Tampa, FL

November 20, 2024 9:17pm ET

Interview Invite to Georgetown / McDonough

Round: Round 1

Received via email on November 03, 2024

GPA: 3.74

GRE: 313

Program Type: Traditional Two-Year

Target Career: Consulting

Application Location: Tampa, FL

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