T15 '26 candidate here. T15 MBA programs are so desperate for domestic student cash that they really be lowering the bar for Class of '27 and '28 domestic admits...

It's irresponsible to admit candidates who really shouldn't be admitted with only 2 YOE, mediocre resumes, negative interview results, or other red flags—and then ask these students to take on six-figure debt when they'll struggle with recruiting.

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@Duke: Good question, but I was admitted to the 2026 FTMBA class in 2023-2024 before the whole international student debacle started in January 2025, so I'm pretty sure the bar wasn't lowered for my class or the class of 2025. I mean, at least I have >2 YOE lol. Aside from a few special cases like 2+2 students (who apply as undergrads) and MD/MBAs (who typically matriculate to med school with 0-2 YOE), I cannot think of anyone in my class or the class of 2025 with only 2 YOE.

So, how do we explain the admittance of domestic students with <3 YOE at average or no-name employers, mediocre experience/resumes, and "do not recommend" interview results?

I'm sure the bar for international students has been set higher and higher.

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