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March 2, 2026
Six months may seem like a long lead time for preparing business school applications, but a LOT more needs to be done between now and the September submission deadlines than just writing essays. If you weren’t following along last month, check out our February tips for preparing for your MBA applications. Think back to when you applied…
February 24, 2026
Here’s a scenario to which many of you can relate: You just took the GMAT or GRE. When you get home, you look at the average scores for your target schools, and you discover that you’re below those averages. You then pop over to Reddit and start doom scrolling as everyone tells you that your…
February 17, 2026
—First, schools have invested a lot of effort to make a wealth of information available online. Frankly, this levels the playing field for applicants who cannot travel to visit schools in person because of work or cost barriers. Second, if you know someone at a program, reach out! Third, many MBA programs provide opportunities for…
February 13, 2026
Applying to an MBA program can feel like an American Ninja Warrior competition. There are obstacles at every turn, such as conducting school research, introspecting your goals, preparing your essays, and interviewing. However, when you apply along with your partner, the degree of difficulty increases! You must prepare for two obstacle courses instead of one and consider…
February 11, 2026
If your undergraduate performance was dismal (read: a GPA less than 3.0), is there ANY hope of being accepted into an MBA program? Do the math! has an average GPA of 3.76. If the school admitted you with a 2.7 GPA, it would have to admit SIX applicants with a perfect 4.0 to maintain its average—but it can…
February 5, 2026
MBA applicants have a lot of options for standardized testing. The choices range from the GMAT to the GRE and even the Executive Assessment (EA). Additionally, several schools offer test waiver options. The GMAT Although the GMAT used to be the only game in town, the GRE and EA have grown in popularity over the past several years. In response,…
February 4, 2026
A Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) is a fantastic degree for people seeking foundational skills and knowledge about business. BBA grads receive a practical education in core areas such as accounting, finance, and marketing while cultivating skills in critical thinking, teamwork, leadership, and communication. The degree provides flexibility for graduates to become employed in different…
February 3, 2026
If you are reading this thinking, “I’ve got lots of time before the Round 1 2026–2027 deadlines,” think again! Although September may seem far away, preparing now for Round 1 applications will enable you to develop a well-thought-out and comprehensive application by reflecting on your story and creating the strategy to pull out all of…
January 30, 2026
If you are already working in a family business, the desire to attend business school can be multifaceted. Your motivations could include learning new skills to take back to the business (like data analytics) or learning the basics of business (like accounting, marketing, and operations) as you transition into the company from somewhere else. Other…
January 28, 2026
Looking to earn an MBA to enhance your career or pivot to a different role or industry? If so, you aren’t alone; the majority of first-year MBAs want or need the degree to make a career change. So, if the bulk of a graduating class has a job within three months of graduation, you’d think…
January 27, 2026
Finance is one of the largest industries that business schools draw from. Here, I use the term “finance” broadly, including corporate finance, investment banking, equity research, private equity, asset management, and other roles. MBA admissions committees like candidates with experience in finance, as they generally have the quant skills needed to succeed academically. The flip…
January 23, 2026
Most applicants we work with at Stratus tend to feel bad asking busy people to spend a lot of time on these letters—to the point where some even limit the number of schools to which they apply. The good news is that people who want to see you succeed (which all your recommenders should) usually…
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