An MBA admissions expert who's helped students get into Stanford, Wharton, and London Business School explains exactly how to nail the personal essay

The personal essay is an essential component of your application. How compelling it is — or isn't — can make or break your acceptance.
Miami Herald

10 Ways to Write An MBA Admissions Essay That Stands Out

When I wrote my own MBA admissions essay, I remember feeling lost, rambling without a clear direction. Crafting a standout essay requires self-awareness, authenticity, and alignment with the program.

Here's the personal essay that helped one student land a coveted spot at Stanford Graduate School of Business

Aja Edmond is a 2012 graduate of Stanford Graduate School of Business, the No. 3 MBA program in the world in 2021. This is the essay she submitted.
The Harvard Crimson

Samuel's Essay

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The Harvard Crimson

Harvard Business School Revises MBA Application, Adds 3 Short Essay Prompts

Harvard Business School has changed its master’s in business administration application for 2024-2025, requiring applicants to answer three short, focused essays instead of one open-ended essay, the ...