Fall 2008 Admissions Application Essay Questions
Required Essays
Please define your short- and long-term goals and objectives,
your career progression to date, and how an MBA fits in at this
time. What makes the Texas MBA the perfect fit for you?
Limit: 900 words
The Texas MBA is built around four key pillars of leadership.
Describe an experience that you have had that clearly
demonstrates your leadership as it relates to one of our four
pillars: 1) Responsibility/Integrity; 2)
Knowledge/Understanding; 3) Collaborative/Communication; or 4)
Worldview of Business and Society.
Limit: 650 words
At the McCombs School of Business, you will be part of an active
and diverse community. Referencing your personal strengths and
unique experience, how will you enrich the McCombs community
during your two years in the program?
Limit: 500 words
Optional Essay
Please provide any additional information to the Admissions
Committee that will highlight your unique personality and
character and/or address any areas of concern that will
ultimately be beneficial to the committee in considering your
application.
Limit: 350 words