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Understood, thank you for trying to comfort me though, appreciate it :)
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Previously someone enquired about the invites with the adcom! And they mentioned that they will send invites until the March deadline.

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Does anyone know how important or critical the interview stage is? I don’t fully understand its role in the admissions process.

In one conversation (Ross group), I saw @BB mention that he has come across cases where an interviewer did not recommend a candidate, yet they still received an offer.

Until now, I assumed that schools create a merit list based on the application materials submitted, and the interviewer simply gives a "satisfactory" or "not satisfactory" rating. But this new information changes my understanding entirely.

If interviewers also provide ratings that are factored into the overall application score, I find that quite unfair—especially since interviewers, young second year students, carry inherent biases.

I don’t think this should be a secret. With so many former admissions committee members now working as consultants, why hasn’t anyone shed light on what truly happens behind the scenes? I wish the process were more transparent.
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I feel like you are asking a question that many/all cannot answer.

Maybe that one individual that bb referred to had a bad interview, but maybe the rest of his application was top notch.

On the part of "students carrying biases" - I feel like adcomms do a great job at matching individuals with same backgrounds. 7 out of my 8 interviews in Round 1 were with individuals that were of same demographics.

Even with consultants sharing the process, they are probably so removed from it since they left that the insight might not hold true today.

I feel like many individuals think the admissions process is straight black or white with a certain "scoring" and you get admitted above that score etc... I don’t think its that simple when we think of an MBA program. Many programs have to create a class that is well balanced. Not too many males, or not too many consultants, or not too many of one race. This is also why the process can feel a bit "secretive".
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I agree with your points, but I still find it hard to believe that no one really knows what goes on behind the scenes.

It shouldn’t be such a big secret! I get that trends evolve, but I’ve yet to come across any structured methodology from any school—or from any former AdCom members—anywhere on the internet.

If any consultant or ex-AdCom member is reading this, spill the tea! We’re all dying to know what really went down during your tenure in the past.
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Hi there! karanw98, I'm happy to chime in and add some perspective.

For context, I'm former adcom at CBS and am currently a consultant. While at CBS, I managed the global interview program, interviewed students, and was a member of the final admissions committee.

The goal of the interview is to "learn more". Whether that's school fit, your personality, whether the tone of your written materials matches your actual personality, to double check your goals, or whether you're sincerely excited about the school. It can be everything and anything! Vibe check is one way to think about it.

First, how an interview is weighed. The interview can be either a data point or a "break point". It truly depends on 1) what your reviewers initially said or had questions about and 2) what the feedback is. In my experience, most candidates do well, not just fine. Fine interviews are actually the hardest to render a final decision on. If the conversation was mediocre, questions start to pop up. Why was it mediocre? Did the applicant seem uninterested? Were their goals not well explained? Narrative only made partial sense? They didn’t have any questions at the end? I’ve had interviews where the person has knocked it out of the park. They had an energy / passion that I would love to have in the class or the conversation was so amazing that I couldn’t NOT wholeheartedly recommend them. Then again, I’ve had nightmare conversations, though those were rare. There were also some interviews that went so poorly that I questioned the interviewer's negative report. In those rare cases, I would look at historical interviews for that interviewer (to the extent they existed) or call up the applicant. The final committee is a lively place where all these discussions happen. Adcom has discretion in how much an interview is weighed.

Towards what are the mechanics of a committee, an applications are absolutely reviewed all over again. It starts from reviewing what your reviewers said about you initially (pre-interview), then your interview report to see whether questions were answered or whether new ones popped up. Then ALL of your material was reviewed again - essays, LORs, transcripts - everything. Hence the lively discussion. It could be 5-10+ people in a room talking about you, your fit. There is a lot of time and care that goes into your post-interview review. It is more "art" than "science".

I hope I've given you some perspective. The admissions committee is a group of folks who are deeply reflective. It might not seem like that on the other side of the process, so I thank you for serving up the opportunity to shed some light. I know many others have this same question! To the extend I'm able to, I'm happy to answer further questions.
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Navigating MBA interviews is tough - every school has a different way of determining how much an interview weighs or plays into decisions.
I'm sharing an extensive answer as I hope to clarify as much as I can in this post.

Getting an interview invite demonstrates that, in the eyes of the adcom, you are admissible to the program. If the interview is with a current student and/or alum, then the focus of the interview is mostly on focused on fit. Typically after the interview, an interviewer is asked to fill out a rubric of sorts - some schools ask "yes or no" questions and others may use a scale.

When factoring the interview feedback, adcoms acknowledge that every interviewer may be easier or tougher, so they wouldn't let an interview completely sway a decision (unless something went really wrong).

Interview ratings play a bigger role when the committee is on the fence about a candidate's profile or if they have questions about their readiness or fit.

So, yes, the interview matters and does carry weight, but it isn't something that will sway the adcom decision completely.

There is a caveat that interviews with adcom members do carry a bit more weight as they are part of the evaluation process and will be able to share insights during round table discussions.

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Does anyone know how important or critical the interview stage is? I don’t fully understand its role in the admissions process.

In one conversation (Ross group), I saw @BB mention that he has come across cases where an interviewer did not recommend a candidate, yet they still received an offer.

Until now, I assumed that schools create a merit list based on the application materials submitted, and the interviewer simply gives a "satisfactory" or "not satisfactory" rating. But this new information changes my understanding entirely.

If interviewers also provide ratings that are factored into the overall application score, I find that quite unfair—especially since interviewers, young second year students, carry inherent biases.

I don’t think this should be a secret. With so many former admissions committee members now working as consultants, why hasn’t anyone shed light on what truly happens behind the scenes? I wish the process were more transparent.
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Hi there! karanw98, I’m happy to chime in and add some perspective.

For context, I’m former adcom at CBS and am currently a consultant. While at CBS, I managed the global interview program, interviewed students, and was a member of the final admissions committee.

The goal of the interview is to "learn more". Whether that’s school fit, your personality, whether the tone of your written materials matches your actual personality, to double check your goals, or whether you’re sincerely excited about the school. It can be everything and anything! Vibe check is one way to think about it.

First, how an interview is weighed. The interview can be either a data point or a "break point". It truly depends on 1) what your reviewers initially said or had questions about and 2) what the feedback is. In my experience, most candidates do well, not just fine. Fine interviews are actually the hardest to render a final decision on. If the conversation was mediocre, questions start to pop up. Why was it mediocre? Did the applicant seem uninterested? Were their goals not well explained? Narrative only made partial sense? They didn’t have any questions at the end? I’ve had interviews where the person has knocked it out of the park. They had an energy / passion that I would love to have in the class or the conversation was so amazing that I couldn’t NOT wholeheartedly recommend them. Then again, I’ve had nightmare conversations, though those were rare. There were also some interviews that went so poorly that I questioned the interviewer’s negative report. In those rare cases, I would look at historical interviews for that interviewer (to the extent they existed) or call up the applicant. The final committee is a lively place where all these discussions happen. Adcom has discretion in how much an interview is weighed.

Towards what are the mechanics of a committee, an applications are absolutely reviewed all over again. It starts from reviewing what your reviewers said about you initially (pre-interview), then your interview report to see whether questions were answered or whether new ones popped up. Then ALL of your material was reviewed again - essays, LORs, transcripts - everything. Hence the lively discussion. It could be 5-10+ people in a room talking about you, your fit. There is a lot of time and care that goes into your post-interview review. It is more "art" than "science".

I hope I’ve given you some perspective. The admissions committee is a group of folks who are deeply reflective. It might not seem like that on the other side of the process, so I thank you for serving up the opportunity to shed some light. I know many others have this same question! To the extend I’m able to, I’m happy to answer further questions.
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Thanks, EmbarkMBA! These are some great insights, and I truly appreciate you sharing them with us.
I’m especially amazed to learn that 5 to 10+ people might discuss my candidature. I am sure all 10 would not read my essays or resume. I assume the main application reader summarizes the key points, and based on that, the committee (10 people in the room) selects or rejects candidates to ensure diversity across gender (50% M/F), professional background(tech, finance, arts etc), ethnicity, nationality, etc, etc. If you have a stellar application (test-scores, resume etc.) and you happen to fit within those diversity considerations, you’re lucky to secure a spot.
Is this understanding right ?
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Hi karanw98 - I'll speak from my own experience, of course every school can have their own nuances to the process. During the admissions committee, we would indeed review everything again though at a higher level having read the synthesis that initial reviewers provided. I'm not entirely sure what you mean by "if you have a stellar application...you're lucky to secure a spot". Adcom approaches final committee with the attitude of wanting to admit folks - after all, that's the highest goal of their job!
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Does anyone know how important or critical the interview stage is? I don’t fully understand its role in the admissions process.

In one conversation (Ross group), I saw @BB mention that he has come across cases where an interviewer did not recommend a candidate, yet they still received an offer.

Until now, I assumed that schools create a merit list based on the application materials submitted, and the interviewer simply gives a "satisfactory" or "not satisfactory" rating. But this new information changes my understanding entirely.

If interviewers also provide ratings that are factored into the overall application score, I find that quite unfair—especially since interviewers, young second year students, carry inherent biases.

I don’t think this should be a secret. With so many former admissions committee members now working as consultants, why hasn’t anyone shed light on what truly happens behind the scenes? I wish the process were more transparent.
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Hi karanw98 ! Great feedback shared above !

Interviews serve multiple purposes beyond just verifying application materials:

1. The Role of the Interview:
Adcoms use interviews to assess qualities that can’t always be captured in an application, such as communication skills, executive presence, cultural fit, and leadership potential. The interview helps gauge whether a candidate can thrive in the program, contribute to class discussions, and succeed post-MBA.

2. Influence of the Interview in Final Decisions:
While the interview is important, it might not always be the deciding factor. In cases where the rest of the application is exceptionally strong, a mixed or lukewarm interview might not necessarily result in a rejection. Conversely, a poor interview can raise red flags that lead to a denial, even if the application is strong. Some schools, like HBS and Wharton, have structured interviews where interviewers provide qualitative feedback along with a rating, while others, like Kellogg and Tuck, place significant weight on interviewer recommendations. It's always different for each school.

3. Who Conducts the Interview Matters:
Different schools use different interviewers, adcom members, alumni, or students. Adcom-led interviews are more standardized and ensure consistency. However, student or alumni-led interviews can introduce variability. Bias is always a concern, but schools mitigate this by having multiple readers review interview reports before making a final decision.

4. Transparency in the Process:
The level of transparency varies. Schools do not openly publish how they weigh interviews, but admissions consultants and former adcoms have shared some insights over the years. The interview is not an isolated hurdle but it is one part of a holistic review process.

Ultimately, the interview is an opportunity to reinforce your strengths and provide additional dimensions to your profile. While a single interviewer’s opinion may not always be the final determinant, their feedback does contribute to the overall evaluation. Strong interviews rarely hurt an applicant, but weak interviews can be damaging, particularly if they create doubt about fit, motivation, or communication skills.

It's always a good idea to communicate with the applicants who have gone through the interviews recently to understand the mindset of the interviewers/ questions/ patterns of this stage and prepare accordingly. : )
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For context, I’m former adcom at CBS and am currently a consultant. While at CBS, I managed the global interview program, interviewed students, and was a member of the final admissions committee.

The goal of the interview is to "learn more". Whether that’s school fit, your personality, whether the tone of your written materials matches your actual personality, to double check your goals, or whether you’re sincerely excited about the school. It can be everything and anything! Vibe check is one way to think about it.

First, how an interview is weighed. The interview can be either a data point or a "break point". It truly depends on 1) what your reviewers initially said or had questions about and 2) what the feedback is. In my experience, most candidates do well, not just fine. Fine interviews are actually the hardest to render a final decision on. If the conversation was mediocre, questions start to pop up. Why was it mediocre? Did the applicant seem uninterested? Were their goals not well explained? Narrative only made partial sense? They didn’t have any questions at the end? I’ve had interviews where the person has knocked it out of the park. They had an energy / passion that I would love to have in the class or the conversation was so amazing that I couldn’t NOT wholeheartedly recommend them. Then again, I’ve had nightmare conversations, though those were rare. There were also some interviews that went so poorly that I questioned the interviewer’s negative report. In those rare cases, I would look at historical interviews for that interviewer (to the extent they existed) or call up the applicant. The final committee is a lively place where all these discussions happen. Adcom has discretion in how much an interview is weighed.

Towards what are the mechanics of a committee, an applications are absolutely reviewed all over again. It starts from reviewing what your reviewers said about you initially (pre-interview), then your interview report to see whether questions were answered or whether new ones popped up. Then ALL of your material was reviewed again - essays, LORs, transcripts - everything. Hence the lively discussion. It could be 5-10+ people in a room talking about you, your fit. There is a lot of time and care that goes into your post-interview review. It is more "art" than "science".

I hope I’ve given you some perspective. The admissions committee is a group of folks who are deeply reflective. It might not seem like that on the other side of the process, so I thank you for serving up the opportunity to shed some light. I know many others have this same question! To the extend I’m able to, I’m happy to answer further questions.
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This is soo helpful! Thanks!
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Was bored at office, did this little exercise, interesting numbers :P

I think we need to understand what percent of actual applications does GC Data represent:
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Darden interviews usually last between 30- 45 minutes and are conducted in a "blind" format, meaning the interviewer hasn't seen your application or résumé beforehand. This allows you to share your story directly.

A typical interview starts with, "Tell me about yourself," where you're encouraged to give a 5-10 min summary of your personal, academic, and professional background. Focus on key experiences that have shaped who you are.

After this, interviewers often ask about:

  • Why an MBA? Reasons for pursuing an MBA and why now.
  • Why Darden? Explain what attracts you to Darden specifically.
  • Career Goals, share your short-term and long-term plans.
  • Leadership and Teamwork, provide examples of leading others or working in teams.
  • Challenges and Failures, talk about difficulties you've faced and what you learned.

The interview is meant to be a conversation, giving you a chance to show your interpersonal skills and how well you'd fit into Darden's collaborative environment. It's also an opportunity to ask thoughtful questions about the program, showing your genuine interest.

To prepare, think about your past experiences, clearly define your goals, and learn about what Darden offers to make a strong impression. All the best everyone!


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Are they still sending out interview invites?
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I think they are done with the invites
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Calling all Darden MBA Applicants: 2025 Intake Class of 2027 10 Mar 2025, 02:54
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Final admission decision is due day-after tomorrow right ?
People from round-1, how do they communicate results to us ? Email update, portal update, phone call ?
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R1 admit here. They had F’d up our decisions.
Expect a call and a portal update later that day.

They did send an email beforehand, but I don’t think that is normal. It may have been mainly because of the mess they created.
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