For most West Coast business school applicants, the Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB) and the Haas School of Business at the University of California readily come to mind for West Coast during the school-selection phase of the application process. However, these programs are far from the only strong options in the region, and candidates often overlook schools that might actually align more closely with their goals, risk tolerance, or desired industry.
You have a 720 GMAT score (675 on the GMAT Focus) and a 3.75 GPA. You have made solid career progress and procured glowing recommendations. You have been actively volunteering in your community for years. You worked hard on your application and landed an interview at your target school, where you felt you did well. But you still did not get in.
Harvard Business School (HBS) receives nearly 10,000 applications each year and typically accepts around 1,000 individuals, making it one of the most selective business schools in the world. The odds of admission are admittedly tough but far from impossible.
The topic of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) remains a central and increasingly complex one in MBA admissions. In the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to end race-conscious admissions, many business school applicants are wondering what has actually changed, what still matters, and how to approach their own backgrounds and experiences authentically in their applications.
Applying to business school as a couple can be a challenging yet rewarding shared experience. If you and your partner have both decided that an MBA degree is in your future, here are seven tips to keep in mind as you begin the application process.
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