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Berkeley Haas has been at the vanguard of addressing inclusivity in business schools and beyond, seeking to foster a community that reflects genuine plurality in every sense of the word.

As a result, Haas seeks individuals who display self- and situational awareness, which is an encouragement to be both introspective and genuine in your writings – and a requirement to conduct research that goes beyond a website review.

Berkeley Haas has one of the smallest classes among top-tier MBA programs with around 250 students admitted every year. The class of 2024 consists of 247 students with an average GMAT score of 729 and average work experience of 5.6 years

Berkeley Haas MBA essays 2024 intake
Essay 1
What makes you feel alive when you are doing it, and why? (300 words maximum)

Essay 2
How will an MBA help you achieve your short-term and long-term career goals? (300 words max)

Essay 3 (Video)
The Berkeley MBA program develops leaders who embody our four Defining Leadership Principles. Briefly introduce yourself to the admissions committee, explain which leadership principle resonates most with you, and tell us how you have exemplified the principle in your personal or professional life. (Not to exceed 2 minutes.)

Essay 4 (Short Answer)
Can you please describe any experience or exposure you have in the area of diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging whether through community organizations, personal, or in the workplace? (300 words max)

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