{"id":45092,"date":"2019-04-01T11:06:43","date_gmt":"2019-04-01T18:06:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/breaking-news-hbs-releases-early-deadline-essay-prompt\/"},"modified":"2019-04-01T11:06:43","modified_gmt":"2019-04-01T18:06:43","slug":"breaking-news-hbs-releases-early-deadline-essay-prompt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/breaking-news-hbs-releases-early-deadline-essay-prompt\/","title":{"rendered":"Breaking News \u2013 HBS Releases Early Deadline & Essay Prompt!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Harvard has announced a new early admissions round that they are calling \u201cRound 0.\u201d \u00a0They also released the essay prompt, with a deadline of April 1, 2019 at 11:59pm. Below is the essay prompt:<\/p>\n

\u201cAs we review your application, in one word<\/strong> what more would you like us to know as we consider your candidacy for Harvard Business School? (one word limit<\/strong>)\u201d<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re considering racing to this finish line, here are some thoughts on how to approach the essay. As in years past, HBS continues its tradition of having open ended essay prompts. \u00a0This year, however, they\u2019ve added a significant twist and have limited the response to a single word. Because, of course they would.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how to nail this essay:<\/p>\n

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  1. Applicants who succeed with this prompt will keep their responses simple, and concise. \u00a0In terms of length, we recommend a minimum of 2 characters and a maximum of 27. For fans of Scrabble (we\u2019re looking at you \u201cQI\u201d for 11 points), this is really your moment to shine.<\/li>\n
  2. Avoid nouns. \u00a0Just don\u2019t go there.<\/li>\n
  3. Adjectives are hit or miss here. \u00a0If your application shows a strong career trajectory, then a word like \u201cfast\u201d might work. \u00a0However, it might imply arrogance, or irresponsibility. An adjective like \u201cmethodical\u201d might be a better match. \u00a0It implies a degree of comprehensiveness, and the right balance of getting things done as a team player. The risk here is that it really depends on how the admissions officer is feeling at that particular moment of the day, and his or her gut response to your word.<\/li>\n
  4. Verbs are powerful. \u00a0Do you have a record of delivering projects on time and crushing the results? If so, \u201cexpedite\u201d might be your best option. \u00a0Are you cheerful, a bubbling personality? If so, \u201cdance\u201d might best describe you.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Also\u2026.Happy April Fool\u2019s Day! (This whole article is a joke if you\u2019re not familiar with what April Fool\u2019s is!)<\/strong><\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re preparing for your real applications in the fall, as always, the team at Vantage Point MBA<\/a> is here to help get your applications as strong as possible. \u00a0Each year our team of seasoned admissions consultants helps clients from all types of backgrounds build their stories, identify the right schools for them, work with recommenders, and nail their interviews. \u00a0That\u2019s why our clients have a 3X higher admissions rate at the top schools than average. That part of this post is, in fact, not a joke!<\/p>\n

    The post Breaking News – HBS Releases Early Deadline & Essay Prompt!<\/a> appeared first on Vantage Point MBA<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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