MBA Applicants

How honest are people being about wanting to pivot careers in their essays. I keep toning mine down to sound more focused, but the truth is I’m still figuring it out. Idk if thats sloppy to admit.

Does attending events after the interview make a difference in admission odds?

Hello. I am disabled and despite that, have earned an MBA online. Having a 17 year employment gap, I have found the job search disheartening. There's a lot of societal culture that alleges they want disabled … more

Hi all, I was wondering if I’d be a good candidate for a T7 MBA. Currently an Associate Director in industry (BD valuations), but all my mentors were just laid off and I’m experiencing a bit of perso… more

Is it normal to start questioning the entire MBA decision halfway through applications. I’m deep in essays, spending weekends tweaking short answers, and suddenly wondering why I’m doing this. I’m hop… more

Is anyone else weirdly jealous of people who already got their interview invites. I know it’s a process and every school has its timing, but the waiting’s brutal.

Does anyone else have mild panic about their recommenders ghosting. I gave deadlines, templates, reminders. Still no confirmation that it’s submitted. I’m trying not to micromanage, but the control fr… more

1st year at HBS. I've generally found the 2+2 admits to be unimpressive, and think that the deferred structure actually disincentivizes growth and brings students to campus who have taken "ch… more

Not to kill the mood, but have yall started thinking about what you'll do if it doesn’t work out this round? I know it’s early but the thought keeps sneaking in. I’m hopeful but trying to temper m… more

Who else is stuck refreshing their email every five minutes? I told myself I’d be chill about it but the suspense is eating me alive. I keep re reading my essays like I’ll find something that explains… more

How are people handling the pressure to have everything in your life sorted before even getting admitted? I keep seeing applicants with polished career stories, side projects, and perfect narratives, … more

For HBS R1 Applicants, do you just send a screenshot of the BWA?

Applying r2. My job doesn’t feel stable at all right now, how bad is it to switch before submitting apps?

Anyone else feel like the more they read MBA Reddit and forums, the worse they feel about their chances? I go there for info and leave convinced I should withdraw my apps. I wish I could block myself … more

Is it normal to feel like interviews matter more than your entire application at this point? I keep replaying responses in my head and stressing about whether I sounded interesting or robotic. It feel… more

Hi Everyone. I’m looking to apply for an executive MBA program. I’d like to work with an admissions consultant, don’t know where to start. looking for referrals that will be worth the effort and inves… more

MBB friends - How many years of experience do you normally have when applying to HSW successfully?

It feels the norm at McKinsey is 2 YOE at application (3 by matriculation), but have been seeing multiple dings. H… more

Should I still reach out to the CBS Adcom about school/student engagement if I didn’t put it in the app form (mistake from my end) but clearly mentioned it in the interview?

Basically have no ECs. How bad is that for t15? I worked through college and have worked after. Going on 9 YOE so college is a long time ago but just curious.

Just interviewed with HBS again 3 years after being dinged post-interview for 2+2. Is there anyone who has been dinged post interview for HBS TWICE? I really don’t want to be the third time ‘s a charm… more

What are my chances to get into LBS or Insead-

GRE - 308
Nationality - Irish
Profession - Strategy Consultant ( in Uk, Ireland, UAE and KSA)
Have solid extracurricular - Global Shaper at the World eco… more

How did you handle telling (or not telling) your manager about applying to b-school? I'm supposed to be on track for a promotion soon, but I don't want to shoot myself in the foot by seeming u… more

I'm trying to decide whether to quit my job a few weeks before orientation to decompress or work right up until the program starts. Part of me wants the mental break, but I could also use the extr… more

It's fitting that on a day that I work 16 hours across commercial and GPS, including leading a 3 hour training, that I get my rejection letter.

Does anyone know of any mock Wharton Team Based Discussion interviews happening? Or would anyone be interesting in participating if I set one up?

For those who've already submitted apps, did you tailor your resume per school or use the same one? I'm undecided because some programs seem to care more about my startup experience, while oth… more

I've got 5 years of work experience and am trying to decide: MBA or EMBA? Would it be easier to step away from the job for two years or to try to do school on nights and weekends?

How do schools assess a person to get a Consortium scholarship?

qq what constitutes as a reapplicant?

I struggled with balancing my work and volunteer leadership roles, and I remember feeling overwhelmed but driven to make a difference. So I did everything in my capacity to make it happen. I want to h… more

Had an interview yesterday, and I keep replaying my answers. I think I did well but don't think I stood out. I talked about overcoming personal setbacks to achieve my goals, and that was received … more

I'm almost done with my application, but I'm feeling nervous, wondering if my background in healthcare sales really “fits” with the typical MBA profile. Is there a way I can frame a unique sto… more

How does one keep going after dozens of applications without replies?

When I spoke with alumni from the programs I’m considering, they shared stories about how their MBAs helped them pivot careers. How can I find a program that truly aligns with my personal goals of tra… more

Hi - has anyone used Ellin Lolis Consulting recently for MBA essay review, etc? Would love to hear about your experience. Thanks so much.

HBS interview feedback:
I did my interview for HBS r1 last week and haven’t been able to stop overthinking it. It definitely wasn’t bad (no bombs, no misunderstandings) but it wasn’t perfect either. I … more