Calling all Stanford MSx Applicants for the 2026 Application Year
This is your exclusive place to meet other Stanford MSx aspirants, share updates, exchange ideas, and assist one another as you all go through the daunting application process.
Join Stanford MSx chat group hereStanford MSx Class ProfileApplication Deadlines
| Round | Submit Application by.. | Decision by.. |
| 1 | 01 Oct 25 | 10 Dec 25 |
| 2 | 07 Jan 26 | 02 Apr 26 |
| 3 | 12 Feb 26 | 02 Apr 26 |
Essays / Questions:Essay #1: What matters most to you, and why? (650 words)For this essay, we would like you to reflect deeply and write from the heart. Once you’ve identified what matters most to you, help us understand why. You might consider, for example, what makes this so important to you? What people, insights, or experiences have shaped your perspectives?
Essay #2: Why Stanford MSx, and why now? (350 words)Describe your aspirations and how your Stanford MSx experience will help you realize them. Why is this the right time for you to pursue your master’s degree at Stanford GSB?
Essay #3: Career Aspirations Short Answer Question (required)Because the Stanford MSx program is for mid-career managers, it is valuable to have clear career goals in mind when you begin. Tell us about any specific career goals you have, and how you believe the Stanford MSx Program, combined with your experience, education, or background, will help you achieve them.
Essay #4: Optional Short Answer QuestionWhat do we mean by “optional”? We mean you have the opportunity to choose. If you feel that you’ve already described your contributions well in other areas of the application, congratulations, you’re done! If not, feel free to use this opportunity to tell us more.
Leadership Stories (Upto three) in 1200 characters or 200 words
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