How much does it matter if your job title sounds unimpressive? I manage huge budgets and people, but my title is “Operations Analyst.” Should I explain that somewhere in my app or just let my resume s… more

I’ve got a 3.2 GPA from undergrad and no matter how strong the rest of my app is, I keep coming back to that number. It makes me feel like I’m already starting in a hole. I’ve taken on tougher roles, … more

How do you handle asking you manager for a letter of rec for an MBA prep course? I am new to this job, and I do not want him to think I will be leaving soon! I would be going in like 2 years, but I do… more

I’m writing about something really personal in one of my essays... a family loss that completely changed how I approach leadership and resilience. I want to be honest and show who I really am, but the… more

I know I’m not supposed to care this much about rankings… but I do. Every time I hear someone got into a higher-ranked school than mine, I start questioning everything. I’ve read all the arguments abo… more

Does GSB send out re-applicant invites at a diff time than others, or mixed in throughout?

Any re-applicants get a GSB interview invite yet?

Had good trajectory prior to Deloitte but slowed down here. Hitched my horse to the wrong wagon here and that’s primarily causing it. Best way to address that in my story?

Anyone want to do HBS mocks together?

How do you explain switching industries without sounding lost? I’ve worked in energy for years, but now I want to pivot to healthcare. I know my reasons, but I worry it sounds like I’m chasing trends.

Took the GRE after studying for the past 3 months and got a 162 Quant (area I struggled with, I started at a 156) and 166 verbal. Targeting M7, went to a T15 undergrad with 3.9 GPA. Is it worth retaki… more

Thoughts on GMAT retake?

Considering a 3rd GMAT attempt to attach to GSB, Sloan, and Haas (R1 apps already in; Haas/Sloan may accept new scores, GSB likely not).

For context:
• International Hispanic/Latino
• GMAT FE 675 (81Q, 91V, 97… more

Has anyone been to the Berkeley Haas Diversity Symposium In Person Weekend? If so how was it and would you recommend a prospective to fly out across country for the two-day event?

I got a 645 on the GMAT Focus Edition (this was my 4th attempt) - do you think I should take it again if I am targeting a T15 or M7 school?

For context I got a 3.5 GPA studying business at a top 20 und… more

How are you maintaining your relationships through all this? My partner has been amazing through this process, but I can feel the strain creeping in. Every weekend feels like it’s hijacked by applicat… more

If we haven’t heard back from GSB at this point, is it more likely than not that we won’t get an interview?

I’m LGBTQ+ and really trying to get a sense of how inclusive certain schools actually are. Some of the Pride club websites look amazing, but I worry about the vibe outside of that bubble. Will I feel … more

Thoughts on having internship bullet points on your MBA Resume?

I’m a 27 years old vet who used to work in corporate and startup as technical manager I think about taking an MBA to improve my career especially that I left my previous job and open to a new role als… more

I interviewed for a position at HHC and my application moved from route/open to submitted. Does anyone know of this is a positive sign??? I’m working closely with a recruiter and she waiting for final… more

Let’s talk burnout. Is anyone else feeling completely tapped out? I’ve been grinding in a high-pressure role for over five years. I thought I could balance it all, but this process is draining me. Som… more

What were your best tips for applying to b school? (E.g., mba coach, free resources, etc)

Any WhatsApp groups for HBS/GSB interview prep?

I got a 19 on ACT, should I even consider a MBA because I am not sure if I can do well on GRE or GMAT?

What is a competitive GMAT FE this year for GSB? I thought a 685 was enough, now I think it’s way too low…

I had to cancel a campus visit last minute because my boss wouldn’t approve the time off, and now I’m paranoid the school will think I’m not genuinely interested. I’ve done the webinars, emailed alumn… more

I just turned 30 and sometimes I feel ancient in this process. Most people I see in pre-MBA forums are 25, ex-consulting or banking, and already have their “10-year plan” mapped out. I’ve taken a more… more

Anyone else excited about HBS R1 interviews? I got a 685 in my Focus, hope it will suffice. Always wondered if I should have taken it again…

I recently scored a 162 Verbal, 160 Quant, and a 5.5 Writing on the GRE General. Would these scores be acceptable for Stanford GSB MBA?

Is anyone else worried they peaked too early in their career? I had a big title at a fast-growing startup in my mid-20s, and it felt like I was on a rocket ship. But after a reorg, I moved to a more s… more

How do you decide if a school is actually a good fit? I’ve attended info sessions, watched all the YouTube vlogs, read every blog post and somehow, they all start sounding the same. Every school claim… more

Let’s talk application fees. Between GMAT costs, score reports, transcripts, travel, and application fees, I’ve already spent over $2,000 and I haven’t even hit interview stage. I’m trying to be smart… more

Do we know when GSB Round 1 interview invites come out, at least the range (something like beginning of Oct to end of Nov)?

Anyone can provide me referral link to ttp pls ? TIA

Those who don’t come from wealthy families, how do you stomach paying a house down payment for tuition? I’m just worried I won’t be able to own a place well into my 40s

Working as a Financial Advisor Associate and a Teller at a bank, what options I have to advance in finance or sale and marketing?

Is anyone else completely rewriting their resume from scratch? My work resume is full of bullet points, KPIs, and action verbs, but now I keep hearing that an MBA resume should “tell a story.” What do… more

Is the stat for Class of 2027 out yet?

Just got an email invited to the interview for HBS R1 in a few weeks. No news from GSB, Sloan or Haas. Anyone else getting called or rejected already from R1?