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McCombs MBA Program Guide 2026
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The Hildebrand MBA at UT Austin's McCombs School of Business (#16 Full-Time MBA) features STEM-designated paths and $151K average starting salary. Located in Austin's thriving tech and energy hub, students access award-winning career services and join 100,000+ McCombs alumni worldwide.
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The Hildebrand MBA at UT Austin's McCombs School of Business (#16 Full-Time MBA) features STEM-designated paths and $151K average starting salary. Located in Austin's thriving tech and energy hub, students access award-winning career services and join 100,000+ McCombs alumni worldwide.
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McCombs Class Profile
McCombs Class ProfileApplicants:
Class Size:
Acceptance Rate:
%
Yield Rate:
%
McCombs Deadlines
Official McCombs ApplicationSubmit by:
Interview Invite by:
Decision by:
Calling all UT McCombs MBA Applicants: 2026 Intake Class of 2028
08 May 2026, 05:21
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08 May 2026, 05:21
Calling all UT McCombs Part-time MBA Applicants: 2025 Intake
01 May 2025, 10:05
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01 May 2025, 10:05
Calling all UT McCombs Executive MBA Applicants: 2025 Intake
08 Sep 2024, 03:00
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08 Sep 2024, 03:00
Decision Tracker
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School
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Status
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Year
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GMAT
GRE
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GPA
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YOE
Years of Experiance
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 319 GRE | 3.3 | 6 | Canada |
08 May 2026 12:10 PM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Waitlisted with Interview
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Round 3 | 2026 | 153 EA | 7 | United States |
07 May 2026 08:33 AM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Waitlisted with Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 321 GRE | 3.6 | 4 | India |
30 Apr 2026 06:40 PM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Withdrawn Application
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Round 2 | 2026 | 3.5 | 4 | United States |
28 Apr 2026 06:09 PM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Interviewed
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Round 3 | 2026 | 6.4 | 15 | India |
15 Apr 2026 02:14 AM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 152 EA | 14.2 | 8 | Colombia |
06 Apr 2026 09:43 AM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 3.5 | 2 | United States |
30 Mar 2026 11:55 AM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 665 GMAT Focus | 6 | India |
28 Mar 2026 07:18 PM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Waitlisted with Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 160 EA | 9 | Japan |
28 Mar 2026 07:11 PM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 331 GRE | 7.8 | 7 | India |
28 Mar 2026 05:11 AM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Denied with Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 5 | Thailand |
27 Mar 2026 02:46 AM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Waitlisted with Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 665 GMAT Focus | 7.5 | 4 | India |
26 Mar 2026 10:03 PM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 685 GMAT Focus | 3.5 | 6 | India |
26 Mar 2026 09:48 PM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 655 GMAT Focus | 3.2 | 3 | United States |
26 Mar 2026 02:24 PM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($$)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 3.8 | 4 | United States |
26 Mar 2026 01:00 PM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Waitlisted with Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 154 EA | 8.5 | 4 | Brazil |
26 Mar 2026 12:44 PM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Admitted, ($)
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Round 2 | 2026 | 755 GMAT Focus | 5.8 | 7 | India |
26 Mar 2026 11:57 AM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Waitlisted with Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 575 GMAT Focus 525 GMAT Focus 575 GMAT Focus 625 GMAT Focus 500 GMAT Classic |
8 | Peru |
26 Mar 2026 10:59 AM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Admitted
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Round 2 | 2026 | 665 GMAT Focus | 3.3 | 5 | United States |
26 Mar 2026 09:57 AM
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McCombs
Full Time MBA |
Denied with Interview
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Round 2 | 2026 | 685 GMAT Focus | 7.6 | 5 | India |
26 Mar 2026 08:59 AM
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Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 1, 2026 11:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 25, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
I had mine yesterday
My interviewer just introduced himself and asked me to do the same and share my...
Read More
I had mine yesterday
My interviewer just introduced himself and asked me to do the same and share my motivations to pursue an MBA
the next 20 mins I just asked all my questions.
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 23, 2026 07:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 18, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Just had my interview
Went pretty well.
Introduce yourself - share your motivations.
Then you can as...
Read More
Just had my interview
Went pretty well.
Introduce yourself - share your motivations.
Then you can ask anything about the program.
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 17, 2026 09:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 16, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
I just had my peer interview, as predicted it is oriented to allow students to learn a little more a...
Read More
I just had my peer interview, as predicted it is oriented to allow students to learn a little more about the mba
It was very conversational.
We shared our background
And I explained why I wanted to do my mba at Mccombs.
Then your have like 15 to 20 min to ask to your interviewer whatever you want to know about Mccombs mba
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 13, 2026 11:02
Status:
Off Campus with Student
Interviewed on:
Oct 28, 2025
Final Decision:
Admitted
Interview with 2Y student. Super friendly and started off with introductions. Asked only one questio...
Read More
Interview with 2Y student. Super friendly and started off with introductions. Asked only one question: Why McCombs?
The rest of the time was spent on questions I had for her.
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 10, 2026 08:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 10, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
I have complied McCombs Video Essay Questions from McCombs admission 2026 discussion.
1. Introduce ...
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I have complied McCombs Video Essay Questions from McCombs admission 2026 discussion.
1. Introduce yourself
2. Tell us about a time you disagreed with a decision you ultimately had to support.
3. What is a belief or assumption you once held that you later realized was wrong?
4. Describe a situation where you had power over someone and could have used it unfairly. What did you do?
5. When have you felt out of place or inadequate, and how did you respond?
6. If we asked someone who struggled working with you, what would they say?
7. Talk about a project where additional scope was added in the last moment and how you dealt with it
8. Talk about a time you noticed that your team mate got cut off in meetings, and how did you deal with it?
9. Talk about a time you set an ambitious goal for yourself and how you achieved it
10. What are your Short-Term Goals
11. Introduce yourself beyond professional experience
12. Tell us about a time when somebody changed your plan? How did you adopt?
13. How did you ensure a shy team member’s voice was heard?
14. Tell us about a time when you had to use a lot of information to solve a problem? How did you do it and results
15. Tell us about your goals and plan B
Best.
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
1
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Dec 18, 2025 11:12
Status:
Online with Student
Interviewed on:
Oct 22, 2025
Final Decision:
Admitted
Interview was okay. Very warm and casual. Interviewer was 1Y. I got in through a waiver with a schol...
Read More
Interview was okay. Very warm and casual. Interviewer was 1Y. I got in through a waiver with a scholarship $$
Read Less
United States
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Nov 20, 2025 05:11
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Oct 19, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
This is my McCombs Video assessmenet questions
Keep in mind that McCombs highly values adaptability...
Read More
This is my McCombs Video assessmenet questions
Keep in mind that McCombs highly values adaptability/resilience, empathy/inclusivity and ambition, so don’t miss an opportunity to reinforce your personal brand and your fit with the school’s values.
1. Tell about yourself outside of your professional experience.
2. TMAT, when someone above you changed your plan at the last minute, how did you respond, and what was the outcome?
3. TMAT where someone’s voice or input wasn’t being heard. What did you do, and what was the result of the situation?
4. TMAT when you had to solve a complex problem that required a lot of information.
5. Short- and long-term goals and plans if those don’t work out?
6. Tell me about a time when there was a shy/introverted member in your team, how did you help them become more comfortable?
7. What are the most important qualities a leader should have according to you?
8. Tell us about a time you helped lead a project at work, how did the project turn out. What did you learn?
9. TMAT you overextended yourself and didn’t achieve all your commitments.
10. TMAT a team member was not being heard and how you went about it.
11. TMAT working with a team and had to consider multiple opinions to solve a problem? How did you prioritize them?
12. What has been the most difficult challenge you have faced so far?
Read Less
Found this helpful?
2
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Nov 20, 2025 05:11
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Oct 18, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Here is my video interview
30sec to think, 90sec to speak
1. Tell me about yourself beyond your pro...
Read More
Here is my video interview
30sec to think, 90sec to speak
1. Tell me about yourself beyond your professional experience.
2. TMAT you failed and how you handled it.
3. TMAT you had to solve a complex problem and why was solving it important to you.
4. TMAT you stood up for a colleague who was mistreated.
5. Short and long term goals and alternate goal if this doesn’t work out.
Read Less
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Sep 2, 2025 06:09
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Apr 1, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Kira Asesssmenet
It wasn’t that bad, and I got similar questions about what you will find on this...
Read More
Kira Asesssmenet
It wasn’t that bad, and I got similar questions about what you will find on this site, among others. Definitely prep prep prep beforehand. I had rehearsed 4 of the 5 questions I got, and they felt like softball questions. I guess we shall see!
1. Tell about yourself outside of your professional experience.
2. TMAT, when someone above you changed your plan at the last minute, how did you respond, and what was the outcome?
3. TMAT where someone’s voice or input wasn’t being heard. What did you do, and what was the result of the situation?
4. TMAT when you had to solve a complex problem that required a lot of information.
5. Short- and long-term goals and plans if those don’t work out?
Read Less
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Sep 2, 2025 06:09
Status:
Online with Student
Interviewed on:
Feb 12, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interviewer was super friendly. Briefly introduced himself and then asked me following questions:
1....
Read More
Interviewer was super friendly. Briefly introduced himself and then asked me following questions:
1. Tell me about yourself.
2. Why MBA?
3. Why MBA now?
4. Why McCombs?
5. How will you contribute to McCombs?
After each answer he proceeded to add in his own experiences. After about 25 minutes of discussion, I asked him about his McCombs experience for about 10 minutes.
Read Less
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McCombs MBA Employment Report
Full-time graduates:
Full-time graduates known to be seeking employment:
Full-time graduates employed at graduation:
%
Full-time graduates employed three months after graduation:
%
Average base salary:
Average signing bonus:
Consulting (30%)
Finance: Investment Banking (10%)
Finance: Diversified Financial Services (3%)
Finance: Investment Management (4%)
Finance: Private Equity (3%)
Finance: Venture Capital (3%)
Technology(22%)
Retail: E-commerce (5%)
Healthcare/Pharmaceuticals (2%)
Consumer Packaged Goods (6%)
Transportation(2%)
Real Estate (3%)
Nonprofit (1%)
Energy (6%)
Media/Entertainment (1%)
Manufacturing (4%)
McCombs Recommendation Questions
Full McCombs Recommendation Form
How long have you known the applicant?
Please provide a brief description of your interaction with the applicant and, if applicable, the applicant’s role in your organization. (Recommended word count: 50 words)
Describe the most important piece of constructive feedback you have given the applicant. Please detail the circumstances and the applicant’s response. (Recommended word count: 500 words)
How does the performance of the applicant compare to that of other well-qualified individuals in similar roles? (E.g. what are the applicant’s principal strengths?) (Recommended word count: 500 words)
(Optional) Is there anything else we should know? If so, please upload a pdf file.
Please provide a brief description of your interaction with the applicant and, if applicable, the applicant’s role in your organization. (Recommended word count: 50 words)
Describe the most important piece of constructive feedback you have given the applicant. Please detail the circumstances and the applicant’s response. (Recommended word count: 500 words)
How does the performance of the applicant compare to that of other well-qualified individuals in similar roles? (E.g. what are the applicant’s principal strengths?) (Recommended word count: 500 words)
(Optional) Is there anything else we should know? If so, please upload a pdf file.
McCombs MBA Essay Questions
Essay 1: “ Imagine yourself at the completion of your MBA journey. Why was pursuing your MBA at Texas McCombs the right decision for your personal and professional growth? Reflect on how you made the most of your time in the program—academically, through hands-on learning opportunities, and within the McCombs community. (Limit: 250 words)
Full-Time MBA Applicants should highlight how you contributed to the McCombs community and used its resources to grow both professionally and personally.
Working Professional and Executive MBA Applicants should highlight how you contributed to the McCombs community and used its resources to grow personally and professionally. Consider sharing how you applied what you learned in the program to your work.
Essay 2: "Reflect on a core value that defines you. Share a specific example of how it has guided your decisions and actions and explain how it will shape your contributions and growth as a McCombs MBA student. (Limit: 250 words)
Highlight how this value has influenced your leadership style and life path, and how it will shape your MBA experience."
Optional Statement: "Please explain any gaps in work experience, choice of recommender, and/or academic performance issues that may help the admission committee in reviewing your application. (Limit: 250 words)"
Full-Time MBA Applicants should highlight how you contributed to the McCombs community and used its resources to grow both professionally and personally.
Working Professional and Executive MBA Applicants should highlight how you contributed to the McCombs community and used its resources to grow personally and professionally. Consider sharing how you applied what you learned in the program to your work.
Essay 2: "Reflect on a core value that defines you. Share a specific example of how it has guided your decisions and actions and explain how it will shape your contributions and growth as a McCombs MBA student. (Limit: 250 words)
Highlight how this value has influenced your leadership style and life path, and how it will shape your MBA experience."
Optional Statement: "Please explain any gaps in work experience, choice of recommender, and/or academic performance issues that may help the admission committee in reviewing your application. (Limit: 250 words)"
McCombs MBA Program Cost
Per Year
Tuition:
Req Fees:
Room and board, books, & miscellaneous expenses:
Avg Indebtness of FT students:
Graduates with Debt:
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McCombs MBA Application Deadlines 2026
Official McCombs ApplicationSubmit by:
Interview Invite by:
Decision by:
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Mar 1, 2026 11:03
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 25, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
I had mine yesterday
My interviewer just introduced himself and asked me to do the same and share my...
Read More
I had mine yesterday
My interviewer just introduced himself and asked me to do the same and share my motivations to pursue an MBA
the next 20 mins I just asked all my questions.
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 23, 2026 07:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 18, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Just had my interview
Went pretty well.
Introduce yourself - share your motivations.
Then you can as...
Read More
Just had my interview
Went pretty well.
Introduce yourself - share your motivations.
Then you can ask anything about the program.
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 17, 2026 09:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 16, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
I just had my peer interview, as predicted it is oriented to allow students to learn a little more a...
Read More
I just had my peer interview, as predicted it is oriented to allow students to learn a little more about the mba
It was very conversational.
We shared our background
And I explained why I wanted to do my mba at Mccombs.
Then your have like 15 to 20 min to ask to your interviewer whatever you want to know about Mccombs mba
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 13, 2026 11:02
Status:
Off Campus with Student
Interviewed on:
Oct 28, 2025
Final Decision:
Admitted
Interview with 2Y student. Super friendly and started off with introductions. Asked only one questio...
Read More
Interview with 2Y student. Super friendly and started off with introductions. Asked only one question: Why McCombs?
The rest of the time was spent on questions I had for her.
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Feb 10, 2026 08:02
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Feb 10, 2026
Final Decision:
Interviewed
I have complied McCombs Video Essay Questions from McCombs admission 2026 discussion.
1. Introduce ...
Read More
I have complied McCombs Video Essay Questions from McCombs admission 2026 discussion.
1. Introduce yourself
2. Tell us about a time you disagreed with a decision you ultimately had to support.
3. What is a belief or assumption you once held that you later realized was wrong?
4. Describe a situation where you had power over someone and could have used it unfairly. What did you do?
5. When have you felt out of place or inadequate, and how did you respond?
6. If we asked someone who struggled working with you, what would they say?
7. Talk about a project where additional scope was added in the last moment and how you dealt with it
8. Talk about a time you noticed that your team mate got cut off in meetings, and how did you deal with it?
9. Talk about a time you set an ambitious goal for yourself and how you achieved it
10. What are your Short-Term Goals
11. Introduce yourself beyond professional experience
12. Tell us about a time when somebody changed your plan? How did you adopt?
13. How did you ensure a shy team member’s voice was heard?
14. Tell us about a time when you had to use a lot of information to solve a problem? How did you do it and results
15. Tell us about your goals and plan B
Best.
Read Less
India
Found this helpful?
1
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Dec 18, 2025 11:12
Status:
Online with Student
Interviewed on:
Oct 22, 2025
Final Decision:
Admitted
Interview was okay. Very warm and casual. Interviewer was 1Y. I got in through a waiver with a schol...
Read More
Interview was okay. Very warm and casual. Interviewer was 1Y. I got in through a waiver with a scholarship $$
Read Less
United States
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Nov 20, 2025 05:11
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Oct 19, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
This is my McCombs Video assessmenet questions
Keep in mind that McCombs highly values adaptability...
Read More
This is my McCombs Video assessmenet questions
Keep in mind that McCombs highly values adaptability/resilience, empathy/inclusivity and ambition, so don’t miss an opportunity to reinforce your personal brand and your fit with the school’s values.
1. Tell about yourself outside of your professional experience.
2. TMAT, when someone above you changed your plan at the last minute, how did you respond, and what was the outcome?
3. TMAT where someone’s voice or input wasn’t being heard. What did you do, and what was the result of the situation?
4. TMAT when you had to solve a complex problem that required a lot of information.
5. Short- and long-term goals and plans if those don’t work out?
6. Tell me about a time when there was a shy/introverted member in your team, how did you help them become more comfortable?
7. What are the most important qualities a leader should have according to you?
8. Tell us about a time you helped lead a project at work, how did the project turn out. What did you learn?
9. TMAT you overextended yourself and didn’t achieve all your commitments.
10. TMAT a team member was not being heard and how you went about it.
11. TMAT working with a team and had to consider multiple opinions to solve a problem? How did you prioritize them?
12. What has been the most difficult challenge you have faced so far?
Read Less
Found this helpful?
2
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Nov 20, 2025 05:11
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Oct 18, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Here is my video interview
30sec to think, 90sec to speak
1. Tell me about yourself beyond your pro...
Read More
Here is my video interview
30sec to think, 90sec to speak
1. Tell me about yourself beyond your professional experience.
2. TMAT you failed and how you handled it.
3. TMAT you had to solve a complex problem and why was solving it important to you.
4. TMAT you stood up for a colleague who was mistreated.
5. Short and long term goals and alternate goal if this doesn’t work out.
Read Less
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Sep 2, 2025 06:09
Status:
Online with Adcom
Interviewed on:
Apr 1, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Kira Asesssmenet
It wasn’t that bad, and I got similar questions about what you will find on this...
Read More
Kira Asesssmenet
It wasn’t that bad, and I got similar questions about what you will find on this site, among others. Definitely prep prep prep beforehand. I had rehearsed 4 of the 5 questions I got, and they felt like softball questions. I guess we shall see!
1. Tell about yourself outside of your professional experience.
2. TMAT, when someone above you changed your plan at the last minute, how did you respond, and what was the outcome?
3. TMAT where someone’s voice or input wasn’t being heard. What did you do, and what was the result of the situation?
4. TMAT when you had to solve a complex problem that required a lot of information.
5. Short- and long-term goals and plans if those don’t work out?
Read Less
Found this helpful?
0
0
Full Time MBA
Posted:
Sep 2, 2025 06:09
Status:
Online with Student
Interviewed on:
Feb 12, 2025
Final Decision:
Interviewed
Interviewer was super friendly. Briefly introduced himself and then asked me following questions:
1....
Read More
Interviewer was super friendly. Briefly introduced himself and then asked me following questions:
1. Tell me about yourself.
2. Why MBA?
3. Why MBA now?
4. Why McCombs?
5. How will you contribute to McCombs?
After each answer he proceeded to add in his own experiences. After about 25 minutes of discussion, I asked him about his McCombs experience for about 10 minutes.
Read Less
Found this helpful?
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McCombs MBA Essay Questions
Essay 1: “ Imagine yourself at the completion of your MBA journey. Why was pursuing your MBA at Texas McCombs the right decision for your personal and professional growth? Reflect on how you made the most of your time in the program—academically, through hands-on learning opportunities, and within the McCombs community. (Limit: 250 words)
Full-Time MBA Applicants should highlight how you contributed to the McCombs community and used its resources to grow both professionally and personally.
Working Professional and Executive MBA Applicants should highlight how you contributed to the McCombs community and used its resources to grow personally and professionally. Consider sharing how you applied what you learned in the program to your work.
Essay 2: "Reflect on a core value that defines you. Share a specific example of how it has guided your decisions and actions and explain how it will shape your contributions and growth as a McCombs MBA student. (Limit: 250 words)
Highlight how this value has influenced your leadership style and life path, and how it will shape your MBA experience."
Optional Statement: "Please explain any gaps in work experience, choice of recommender, and/or academic performance issues that may help the admission committee in reviewing your application. (Limit: 250 words)"
Full-Time MBA Applicants should highlight how you contributed to the McCombs community and used its resources to grow both professionally and personally.
Working Professional and Executive MBA Applicants should highlight how you contributed to the McCombs community and used its resources to grow personally and professionally. Consider sharing how you applied what you learned in the program to your work.
Essay 2: "Reflect on a core value that defines you. Share a specific example of how it has guided your decisions and actions and explain how it will shape your contributions and growth as a McCombs MBA student. (Limit: 250 words)
Highlight how this value has influenced your leadership style and life path, and how it will shape your MBA experience."
Optional Statement: "Please explain any gaps in work experience, choice of recommender, and/or academic performance issues that may help the admission committee in reviewing your application. (Limit: 250 words)"
McCombs Recommendation Questions
Full McCombs Recommendation Form
How long have you known the applicant?
Please provide a brief description of your interaction with the applicant and, if applicable, the applicant’s role in your organization. (Recommended word count: 50 words)
Describe the most important piece of constructive feedback you have given the applicant. Please detail the circumstances and the applicant’s response. (Recommended word count: 500 words)
How does the performance of the applicant compare to that of other well-qualified individuals in similar roles? (E.g. what are the applicant’s principal strengths?) (Recommended word count: 500 words)
(Optional) Is there anything else we should know? If so, please upload a pdf file.
Please provide a brief description of your interaction with the applicant and, if applicable, the applicant’s role in your organization. (Recommended word count: 50 words)
Describe the most important piece of constructive feedback you have given the applicant. Please detail the circumstances and the applicant’s response. (Recommended word count: 500 words)
How does the performance of the applicant compare to that of other well-qualified individuals in similar roles? (E.g. what are the applicant’s principal strengths?) (Recommended word count: 500 words)
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FAQ
What GMAT score do I need for McCombs?
The average GMAT score for McCombs is around 710 (Classic) / 655 (Focus Equivalent) for the latest incoming class. As score is just one component of the application it does not mean that you can get in with 740 and someone will get dinged with 700.
Here is what you can use as a guide:
1) Are you from an over-represented demography? If yes, add 30 points to the average to arrive at a competitive score for your peer group.
2) Are you from a unique background or disadvantaged group such as a refugee or first-time college grad? You can subtract 30 points from the average and still get in.
Here is what you can use as a guide:
1) Are you from an over-represented demography? If yes, add 30 points to the average to arrive at a competitive score for your peer group.
2) Are you from a unique background or disadvantaged group such as a refugee or first-time college grad? You can subtract 30 points from the average and still get in.
What is the average GRE score for McCombs?
McCombs average GRE score for the latest incoming class is 321. The dynamics for most schools with GRE admissions is that a great profile with a lower-caliber GRE score seems to be acceptable but a below average profile will usually not be able to get in with above-average GRE score. As the result, the average GRE score may look very tenable but it may not result into an Admit. This is just an average score and schools admit a spectrum of applicants.
Does McCombs accept without GRE or GMAT?
McCombs offers test waivers for GMAT and GRE on a selective basis. You will have to apply for a test waiver in advance and will usually be notified within 2 weeks about qualifying.
To be considered for a test waiver, an applicant must have:
• A minimum of three years of substantive and progressing post-undergraduate
work experience, preferably of an analytical or quantitative nature.
AND at least one of the following:
• Completion of an undergraduate degree, with strong academic record, preferably
with analytical or quantitative courses.
• Completion of a graduate degree, with strong academic record, preferably in an
analytical or quantitative discipline.
The Admissions Committee will be reviewing your academic history closely, with focus
on analytical or quantitative courses. To improve chances of petition approval, we highly
advise applicants to have an overall GPA of 3.0 or more.
What GPA do you need to get into McCombs?
McCombs average GPA is 3.46 note that the GPA is only calculated for the domestic US applicants and international GPA equivalents are not converted or included in this average. As the result, there is more leeway for international applicants as their GPA does not impact school's average but keep in mind that GPA's vary based on the prestige of the institution and rigor of the program attended. If your GPA is below 3.4 but is competitive for your program or background, you should address and explain this fact in the optional comments/essay available in the application specifically specifically for this purpose.
When is McCombs MBA program application deadline?
McCombs has 4 application deadlines:
Round 1 is October 15, 2025 (the best round to apply)
Round 2 is January 15, 2026 (The most competitive one)
Round 3 is April 01, 2025 (Last International Applicant Deadline)
Round 4 is May 15, 2025 (worst round to apply) Round 1 is best for admissions and scholarships. Round 2 tends to be the most competitive. Round 3 is not for friendly for most applicants and has the least chances of financial aid.
Round 1 is October 15, 2025 (the best round to apply)
Round 2 is January 15, 2026 (The most competitive one)
Round 3 is April 01, 2025 (Last International Applicant Deadline)
Round 4 is May 15, 2025 (worst round to apply) Round 1 is best for admissions and scholarships. Round 2 tends to be the most competitive. Round 3 is not for friendly for most applicants and has the least chances of financial aid.
How long is the FT MBA program at McCombs?
McCombs Full Time MBA program is 20 months long. You will start the program in August/September (the first 1-2 weeks will be orientation) and graduate in April/May. The full-time MBA program has a break for a summer internship.
Does McCombs have a Part Time MBA program?
In addition to Full Time MBA, McCombs has a highly-ranked Part Time MBA program in several formats such as holding classes in evenings and weekends.
How much is McCombs MBA tuition?
MBA is expensive! McCombs MBA Program costs $51,238 per year, plus $1,010 in required school fees. In addition, you will need an additional $24,468 per year for room and board (living expenses).
How many years of work experience do you need to get into McCombs Business School?
McCombs Requires at least 2 years of work experience for their Full Time MBA program. Two years is minimum and the recommended / ideal work experience is 5-6 years, which gives you more content for the application and is more likely to result into admission. More experience also offers a stronger resume and better chances for recruiting.
Keep in mind that having too much work experience such as 10 or more years, is often detrimental to your chances.
Keep in mind that having too much work experience such as 10 or more years, is often detrimental to your chances.
What is the starting salary for MBA from McCombs?
Average starting salary for McCombs is $157,735 per year. Many graduates report receiving a sign on bonus of $32,915 on average. In addition, many qualify for annual incentive, retention, or performance bonuses up to 20% of their annual pay.
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