Business School Application vs Undergraduate App

Question

Hey guys,

I am new to the B school application process and am an incoming sophomore at an Ivy. I was wondering about the process of applying to business school vs applying to college? What are the main differences?

From what I understand, the acceptance rates are higher for Business school than the equivalent undergrads, sometimes by a solid factor of 2-3. Can someone speak about the difficulty of getting into the top Business schools vs top Undergrads?

Thanks

MDF · Answer

The difference in acceptance rates is probably due to the smaller applicant pool at bschool vs college. There's a lot more demand for bachelor degrees than there is for master degrees.

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jcpenny1 · Answer

What about the overall difficulty of admissions? What are the major differences?

machichi · Answer

The biggest difference for me is that in high school everyone I knew was taking the SATs, applying to colleges, and all around obsessing over everything together. As I move forward in my bschool applications, it can feel quite isolating. For many of us, I'm guessing, that's why we come to these forums.

Bschool applications require a lot more organization, project management, and introspection. When people apply to undergrad their goals and interests don't really need to be nailed down. As a rising sophomore, you're getting way ahead of yourself though! Enjoy college, get good grades, and have fun.

jcpenny1 · Answer

Lol I see. Thanks

Business School Application vs Undergraduate App

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