We are thrilled to announce that the MBA application for the Class of 2026 will be available mid-July. To assist you in your application planning, we would like to highlight a few changes you can anticipate for this application cycle. English Language Test: International applicants whose native language (language first…Read More
With every application cycle, we continue to be amazed by the caliber of applicants who come forward. To all candidates who considered Wharton in Round 2, thank you for sharing your stories and future goals with us. After another round of careful review, we are pleased to release Round 2…Read More
Earlier today, invitations to interview were released to Round 2 applicants via email. If invited, you will participate in a Team Based Discussion (TBD) and a one-on-one interview. This is one of our favorite parts of the admissions process and our team cannot wait to get to know many of…Read More
Over the past three years, we adapted together in the wake of uncertainty during the pandemic – we pivoted to virtual interviews and continue to accept at-home test scores. Wharton MBA Admissions has been and remains committed to supporting candidates whose plans for business school have changed for reasons out…Read More
Hi everyone, We are so grateful for all of you who considered Wharton in Round 1! It’s been a pleasure reading your applications and getting to know you over the past few weeks. Thank you for sharing your stories and future goals with us. After careful consideration, we are pleased…Read More
We are pleased to announce that invitations to interview were released to Round 1 applicants via email today! If you are invited, you will participate in a Team Based Discussion (TBD) and a one-on-one interview. The admissions team is eagerly anticipating meeting many of you virtually and getting to know…Read More
We’re thrilled to announce that starting on March 17th we are opening campus to visitors once again. With a commitment to providing a safe environment for everyone, we have put some new guidelines in place for our Campus Visits. Registration is required, and space is limited. We are unable…Read More
I am excited to share with you that the MBA application for the Class of 2024 will open in early July. To give you a head start on your application planning, we have a few changes you can expect for our essays and letters of recommendations. Essays Essay 1:…Read More
Hi everyone, For those of you who have submitted your application for Round 2, we’re so excited that you’re considering Wharton. Thank you for sharing your stories and future goals with us. I know it feels like this has been a long wait, but we’re in the last stretch of…Read More
It’s hard to believe that the deadline for the Moelis Advance Access Program is just days away, but here we are! You’ve worked hard to develop your essays and connect with your recommenders, but you may be anxious about this next step: pressing ‘submit’ on your application. I’m here to…Read More
This summer, I wrote to you about how our office was adapting in the midst of this year’s challenges. From virtual information sessions to conducting our Team-Based Discussions online, we’re meeting you all where you are – whether that’s in your home, on your couch, or at your kitchen table.…Read More
Thank you to everyone who has reached out to our office with, frankly, some really great questions about this upcoming application season. We just opened our application for those looking to join the Wharton MBA Class of 2023. Given this year’s challenges, we recognized that there are some unanswered questions…Read More
We know many of you are eager to get started on your MBA application for the class of 2023. We’re excited to announce that the wait is over! The 2020-21 application is now live for those looking to join the full-time Wharton MBA program, including our integrated Carey JD/MBA and…Read More
Hi everyone. I hope this message finds you all safe during this difficult time. We know that COVID-19 has caused both stress and uncertainty, and many of you have been personally affected by the global outbreak. I’m writing in hopes of sharing a bit of brighter news. I’m happy to…Read More
To the incoming Class of 2022, Wharton is committed to providing students with a meaningful, fulfilling, and — above all — safe experience. With that in mind, MBA Pre-Term for the Class of 2022 will be virtual this August. The fee for Pre-Term will be reduced from $2,000 to $850…Read More
You spoke up, and we listened! Based on your feedback, we have extended our Round 3 and Advance Access deadlines. We hope that the additional time to secure your test scores, receive your recommendations, and finalize your application provides you with some much-needed flexibility. New Round 3 Deadline: Wednesday, April…Read More
UPDATE: As of March 24, we have extended the deadline for Round 3 to April 15 and for Advance Access to May 27. The information below regarding testing still applies, while the recommendation deadlines now align with the new application deadlines. In light of our upcoming deadline and the challenges…Read More
Due to the growing global health risks from COVID-19, The University of Pennsylvania has released important changes to university operations. Today, I want to share how MBA Admissions is responding and how these changes will impact both our newly admitted students for the Class of 2022 and upcoming recruitment…Read More
We hope you’re having a great summer and have had the opportunity to connect with our Admissions team in a city near you. Be sure to check out our events calendar to learn when we’ll be in your area. Here in Philadelphia, the campus may be quiet, but we’ve been…Read More
Hi there! I’m writing to you for the first time as Director of Admissions for the Wharton MBA program. I am excited to serve you and the Wharton community in this role. As a quick introduction, I have spent the last 13 years of my career dedicated to admissions at…Read More
As 2018 draws to a close, we’re looking forward to next year and all that it will bring – particularly the opportunity to welcome the newest members of the Wharton family. Last week, we got to do our favorite part of the job: making the phone calls to let prospective…Read More
This year’s admissions cycle is well underway, and invitations to interview were sent via email to Round 1 applicants on October 30. If you were invited, you will participate in a Team Based Discussion (TBD) and a one-on-one interview. The admissions team is eagerly anticipating meeting many of you in…Read More
Last month, we welcomed 862 students to campus as the Class of 2020. This month, 873 second-year students returned to campus and the school year has kicked into full swing! The Class of 2020 has really begun to dig into the wide array of opportunities both inside and outside the…Read More
August is coming to an end and that can only mean two things: it’s really hot here in Philadelphia and we’re excited to announce the MBA Class of 2020! Last week, we welcomed our new students to campus to begin their two-year journey here at Wharton. This Class is an…Read More
We have enjoyed connecting with so many of you at our summer events! The application for the Class of 2021 will be released in early July. We wanted to give you a heads up on a change to the forthcoming application – Essay 2 has changed. Essay 1 will stay…Read More
Locust Walk is in full bloom as we approach the end of the academic year. The past few weeks have been full of excitement – we welcomed over 300 admitted students to campus during our Spring Welcome Weekend, spring term classes concluded, and preparations are underway for Commencement. The Class…Read More
As we enter the last few weeks of winter, all of campus is gearing up for a new season (and hopefully warmer weather!). Spring break is right around the corner, and many MBA students will be traveling the globe through the Global Immersion Program and Leadership Ventures. With the Round…Read More
I hope you enjoyed the holiday season and are looking forward to the new opportunities and possibilities in the New Year. The admissions cycle is in full swing with the Round 2 deadline passing recently on January 3. The admissions team is working hard reviewing the next round of applications…Read More
The holiday season brings another exciting time to the admissions office: the release of Round 1 decisions! After a busy round of reading, interviewing, and traveling, the admissions team called newly admitted students last week to share the good news. To those of you admitted to the Wharton MBA Class…Read More
Fall is in the air, and Round 1 of this year’s admissions cycle is well underway. After reading your applications, the admissions team is eagerly anticipating meeting many of you in person during an upcoming Team Based Discussion (TBD). Round 1 applicants who are invited to a TBD will have…Read More
Last month the Class of 2019 arrived on campus to begin their two year experience at Wharton. Things kicked off with Pre-Term – a month-long period of events to orient new students to life at Wharton (and being back in the classroom), the multitude of opportunities and resources available to…Read More
As we get closer to the release of our 2017-2018 application, I’m excited to announce a new update to our application. We have made significant changes to our Letter of Recommendation in an effort to get a deeper understanding of a candidate’s personal characteristics and their impact on others…Read More
Graduation is over and summer is upon us, so it is time for us to hit the road to meet those of you interested in joining the Class of 2020. We’ll be in 40+ cities between May and September for events ranging from fairs and conferences to faculty lectures and…Read More
This week started with some exciting news – we announced our new deferred admissions Program, the Moelis Advance Access Program. As the result of generous gift from Wharton graduates Ken Moelis and Julie Taffet Moelis, this program will allow Penn undergraduate seniors from any of the four Schools to apply…Read More
As we continue to build the class of 2019, we are already thinking about prospective students of the Class of 2020 and beyond. One of the best ways to learn about the Wharton MBA is to get a firsthand look and experience it for yourself on-campus. Our Campus Visit Program…Read More
Last week was our first Welcome Weekend of 2017 where we had the opportunity to meet over 300 Round 1 admits. In just two and half short days, admits heard from faculty, attended career information sessions, did team-building activities, and had a swanky gala to top it off. Welcome Weekend…Read More
Happy New Year! The Wharton campus has come back to life following the holiday break, and while the weather has turned colder this winter season, activity in the MBA Admissions and Financial Aid office is certainly heating up. The Round 2 application deadline has passed, and campus visit dates are…Read More
This past month has been a series of ups and downs for everyone here at Wharton. We’ve been reading the news and wondering what the future holds for the country and the world as things shift socially, economically, and politically here and abroad. Trying times can bring out the best…Read More
Invitations for Round 1 applicants to interview were sent November 2, and if you were invited, you will participate in a Team Based Discussion (TBD) and a one-on-one interview in the next few days — either on campus in Philadelphia, or in one of several major cities around the world,…Read More
The Round 1 written application deadline for the Class of 2019 is in the books, and congratulations and best wishes to those who applied during this cycle. We can hear your sigh of relief from our offices in Vance Hall! With November right in front of us, here’s what will…Read More
Last week we welcomed the Class of 2018 to Wharton and the city of Philadelphia. Our 851 new students are working their way through an action-packed schedule of Pre-Term activities including academics, sports and social activities, networking, career events, and numerous orientations. The Admissions team’s sights now turn to the…Read More
School is out for summer! Things might be quiet here on campus, but the Admissions department has already begun hitting the road to connect with applicants for the Class of 2019. Check out our events calendar to see when we’ll be in your area. In early August the application for…Read More
Graduation week is here! This one special week marks so many things to celebrate – the Class of 2017 have completed their first year of the program and are now heading off to their awesome summer internships, alumni of all ages from across the globe return to campus this weekend…Read More
We’re in the home stretch here on campus – classes are wrapping up at the end of April and graduation is on the horizon. Now is the time when we all take a moment to reflect on how the academic year went and ask students for their feedback on their…Read More
The contrast of Wharton SF to Wharton Philadelphia is stark. The University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia campus, the first university in the United States, still very much embodies what you think of the time in which Benjamin Franklin founded it; cobblestone streets, gothic pathways, and a muted array of grays, blues…Read More