University of Washington

Full-time MBA Admissions Schedule for Fall 2007

* Final deadline for international students and all applicants wanting to be considered for Business School scholarships.

http://bschool.washington.edu/mba/app_deadlines.shtml

Essay:

Essay 1 - GOALS STATEMENT

Please provide an essay response to the following question. Observe the word limit and use a minimum font size of 10. Double-space your response and clearly label the essay with the topic and your full name. If you are applying to more than one program, you will need to submit the appropriate 2nd essay for EACH program you are applying to.   

Required for Full-Time, Evening and Global MBA applicants (750 words maximum)

Applicants with a plan for the future and a good grasp of what is expected of them as MBA students are the most likely to succeed as MBA graduates. We know plans change and that people often pursue an MBA to create new career options. That said, we ask that you give us a clear statement of your current career plans. Your essay should answer all the following questions: What do you expect to do immediately after completing the MBA program? What steps have you taken to assess the viability of your post-MBA goals given your experience to date combined with your intended MBA study plans? What do you anticipate will be the primary challenges to achieving your career goals? What is your lifetime career goal? What unique aspects of the University of Washington MBA Program would contribute the most to achieving your short term and long term goals?  

Essay 2 - OVERVIEW

Please provide an essay response to the following question. Observe the word limit and use a minimum font size of 10. Double-space your response and clearly label the essay with the topic and your full name. If you are applying to more than one program, you will need to submit the appropriate 2nd essay for EACH program you are applying to.

Full-time MBA Applicants: PLANS FOR INVOLVEMENT (500 words maximum)

We consider a high level of involvement in student organizations, networking and career efforts to be a hallmark of the University of Washington MBA experience. Please describe your anticipated level of involvement as an MBA student beyond the MBA course requirements. In what specific organizations or activities will you participate? Where do you expect to make the greatest contribution to the overall MBA experience at the University of Washington? What aspects of your past or current life provide insights into your ability and willingness to consistently deliver more than the minimum effort required?