How can MBA hopefuls- especially those who are members of special applicant groups- best position themselves for acceptance? [Show summary] A valued and recent addition to Accepted’s staff, Dr. Christie St-John reveals what her career as an admissions director taught her about applying to business school (particularly for veterans, international students, and those from underrepresented…
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Got Your Heart Set on Columbia Business School? Don’t Miss This!
Set against the iconic backdrop of New York City and offering a wide array of prestigious programs, it’s no wonder Columbia is one of the most sought-after business schools in the world. Being accepted to Columbia could very well be the launching pad for a highly lucrative and rewarding career. But that popularity and reputation…
MIT Sloan Class of 2022 Profile
Here’s a look at the Sloan Class of 2022, taken from the MIT website: Size of Class 2022: 484 Average Years Work Experience: 5 Women: 38% International: 33% WATCH: Ask Me Anything with MIT Sloan Assistant Director of Admissions, Dawna Levenson >> Countries Represented: 51 Median Undergraduate GPA: 3.54 Median GMAT: 720 GMAT Range (middle 80%):…
Booth at the Top of Your MBA Wish List? Make Sure to Watch This Video!
Our recent webinar, Get Accepted to Chicago Booth, was packed with actionable guidance about how to tailor your application to capture and hold the attention of the adcom at this elite program. We know life can be hectic, so if you weren’t able to join us, it doesn’t mean you have to miss out! The…
The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans Application Essay Tips
Paul Soros was often overshadowed by his younger brother, financial wizard George Soros, but he was a millionaire in his own right. In contrast to George Soros’s success in the financial industry, Paul Soros made his mark on the world by innovating in the shipping industry, filing patents, winning several engineering awards, and innovating in…
Wharton MBA Class of 2022 Profile
Here is a look at the Wharton MBA Class of 2020, taken from the Wharton website: Applications: 7,158 Enrolled Class: 916 Female: 41% LGBTQ+ Students: 6% US Race/Ethnicity: White: 39% Asian American: 24% Black/African American: 10% Hispanic/Latinx: 6% Did not report: 2% Native American/Indigenous/ Native Alaskan: >1% International Students: 19% WATCH: International MBA Applicants and…
MIT Sloan Executive MBA Essay Tips & Deadlines [2021 – 2021]
These essay questions show that the MIT EMBA adcom seeks applicants who have the judgment and practical skills to take on the challenges that will fly at them as they redefine industries and functions. Applicants who push the boundary of what’s possible and provide principled leadership amidst a torrent of change. The essays (including Statement of Purpose)…
London Business School Master’s in Management (MiM) Essay Questions, Tips & Deadlines [2020 – 2021]
The London Business School Master’s in Management application essay questions indicate that the adcom values applicants who, at an early stage in their careers, already have self-understanding and the ability to reflect and self-critique. Why? For people who are just starting their careers and don’t yet have extensive real-world experience to draw on, these qualities…
Columbia Business School MBA Class Entering 2020 Profile
Here’s a look at the CBS MBA Class entering 2020, taken from the Columbia Business School website: Applications received: 6,971 Admissions: 1,130 Enrolled: 782, divided into 11 clusters January Entry class size: 211, divided into 3 clusters August Entry class size: 571, divided into 8 clusters GMAT scores (average): 726 GMAT scores (range): 580–780 GMAT…
Last Chance to Get the Scoop on Getting into Booth!
Our live webinar, Get Accepted to Chicago Booth, is almost here! We would hate for you to miss out, but seats are filling quickly, so you need to reserve your spot. Booth is ranked the #3 MBA program for 2021, so competition for spots is likely to be stiff. Getting into an elite business school…
How to Address COVID-19 and the Events of 2020 in Your Application [Episode 387]
Wondering how to write about the tumultuous events of 2020 in your application essays? [Show summary] Accepted Founder Linda Abraham offers a framework for discussing COVID-19, the events of 2020, and their impact on your life in your undergraduate or graduate program applications. Your application should include information about your experience of and response to…
4 Ways to Show How You’ll Contribute in the Future
Schools are looking for applicants who can show that they have strong leadership qualities and experiences and can demonstrate that they will actively contribute to their student/alumni communities, not to mention to the greater community and society. Many applications include an essay question with some variation of “what would you contribute to your future campus…
Stanford MBA Class of 2022 Profile
Here’s a look at the Stanford Class of 2022, taken from the Stanford Graduate School of Business website: Applicants: 7,324 New students: 436 Women: 47% US students of color: 37% US citizens and permanent residents: 47% Foreign nationals: DACA and otherwise undocumented in the US: 20% Dual citizens: 11% US permanent residents: 3% International: 35%…
Make Your Mark in the Windy City! Learn the Keys to Acceptance at Chicago Booth.
If you’ve got your heart set on launching your career in business with a degree from Booth, you’ll need to make sure that your application showcases why you’re a good fit for their program. MBAs aren’t one-size-fits-all, and the adcom will be looking for a unique combination of traits in their ideal candidate. Our upcoming…
Recovery Expected in 2021 Hiring of MBA and Business Master’s Graduates
GMAC (Graduate Management Admission Council) has published the results of their latest annual survey of corporate recruiters. The 2020 survey concentrated on the impact of COVID-19 for business master’s and MBA grads by comparing data from two waves. Survey responses were collected from 712 corporate recruiters in Wave I (February 17–March 17, 2020) and 232…
Finding and Articulating Fit with the Booth MBA
Booth’s MBA program – and hence its admissions focus – is rooted in “The Chicago Approach™” that centers on turning theory into praxis. Through examining “theoretical frameworks” from a range of disciplines directly relevant to business (e.g., economics, psychology), students hone analytic skills and deeply informed perspectives that form a robust foundation for future decisions…
MIT Sloan Master of Finance Application Essay Questions, Tips & Deadlines [2020 – 2021]
The MIT Sloan Master of Finance program is significantly influenced by being part of both the Sloan School of Management and MIT more broadly. The culture and values of those two entities infuse the MFin program. Yes, being a quant geek helps, but the program’s adcom wants more: people who have a distinctive perspective, a…
Applying to Booth? Get Free Tips From the Experts!
Chicago Booth is consistently ranked as one of the top 5 MBA schools in the US. Understandably, there is a lot of competition for spots in the program. How can you make sure you stand out in such a crowded field? A little help from an MBA admissions pro can go a long way! Join…
Welcome to Team Accepted, Dr. Christie St-John!
Accepted is happy to welcome Dr. Christie St-John, the newest member of our outstanding consulting staff. Dr. St-John has more than 25 years of experience in MBA and grad school admissions and career counseling at Vanderbilt University and Dartmouth’s Tuck School of Business. Her career in higher education began as a Fellow in the Master Teaching…
MIT Sloan Will Not Require GMAT/GRE This Year
MIT’s Sloan School of Business is not requiring applicants to take the GMAT/GRE as part of their application process this year. Sloan is the first M7 business school (the so-called Magnificent Seven highly selective MBA programs) to drop the standardized test requirement. Sloan joins a growing number of top business schools that have made standardized…
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