APPLICATION DEADLINES Admission Round Application Deadline Decision Date 1 October 29, 2012 December 7, 2012 2 January 7, 2013 March 1, 2013 3 February 25, 2013 April 5, 2013 4 April 8, 2013 May 10, 2013 ESSAY QUESTIONS 1.Describe your short-term and long-term career goals, and how the MBA will help you achieve those goals. Include in your discussion: Why is now the appropriate time to pursue an MBA, and why are you interested in obtaining a Rice MBA? (Maximum 750 words) 2.Describe a time when you successfully transformed an idea into action. How did your leadership and interpersonal skills contribute to this experience, and how will this experience impact your contribution as a team member at the Jones School? (Maximum 750 words) 3.Choose one of the following three essays (Maximum 750 words): A.What is the best mistake you have ever made? Include its impact on you and how it altered your view of the world. B.Describe a defining moment or event that changed your life. C.What historical event would you like to have witnessed or participated in, and why? Required for re-applicants ONLY: Think about the time that has elapsed since you last applied to the Jones School. What actions have you taken to improve your candidacy? (Maximum 750 words) Optional: You may use this essay to discuss anything else that you would like the Admissions Committee to know about you, or to provide information or clarification on one or more aspects of your application. (Maximum 750 words) In general, be aware that Rice strongly values teamwork throughout their b-school experience. I'm personally applying round 1.

Did anyone from R2 got any update on the admissions??

Nothing here too.. Getting anxious now... applied for Round 2 and just found this thread... good luck to everyone...

Denied at Rice, This breaks my heart! Just found out through the website

Ace, Did they send you an email or did you check on your own accord?

Keep your eye on the prize, bud. Try to improve your stats any way you can, and apply again next Fall. No news for me yet.

I just went in and checked the status of the application. There was a link at the bottom of the page saying a decision had been made. Link led to a 'denied' letter. I was not informed via email.

I am not applying again man, I am an older candidate and I thought I was a great fit, Interview went well (atleast in my head) Now I am backtracking and thinking if I should have answered questions differently. I have a McCombs interview in a couple of days and this has shaken me.

Ace, Are you applying to Mccombs MBAP? Just curious, as I am. I applied Rice MBAP, but I have not heard anything yet... My interview was almost 4 weeks ago. I applied Round II. Thanks, Theron