Calling all Haas EWMBA Applicants: [2022 Intake] Class of 2025

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Hello and welcome all Haas EWMBA 2022 intake hopefuls! Let's use this platform to get to know each other, exchange ideas, discuss applications/strategies. Who's applying? Let us know by commenting below

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justsayKnope · Answer

Hi there! Thanks for creating this thread. When does the application usually open each year for EWMBA & EMBA?

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ashielee · Answer

Hi! The portal starts in late Sep and the R1 for EWMBA should be mid-Nov. Feel free to check out the dates once it's updated: https://ewmba.haas.berkeley.edu/admissions Here are the deadlines for EMBA: https://ewmba.haas.berkeley.edu/admissions

Shivathandava · Answer

Hi,
Does all the applicants try to apply for R1? Any disadvantage applying for R2 over R1?

ashielee · Answer

Hi! It really depends on personal preference. AdCom encourages applicants ONLY apply when applicants feel ready, "A strong candidate can still get accepted in R3," that's what Admission Office told me when I asked the exact same question

Shivathandava · Answer

Thanks ashielee

ashielee · Answer

Just received in the email that EWMBA officially announced the Flex option! Below is the detail: Check out the comparisons between Flex and EW options here: https://ewmba.haas.berkeley.edu/academics/flex I think it's good news for folks who are based out of the Bay Area

Seems like the tuition is the same. What do you think?

justsayKnope · Answer

Flex looks interesting. Seems like a logical evolution of EWMBA option, and one I bet we'll see more and more bschools pivot to in order to attract a more diverse base of PT-ers.

New deadlines are posted and application is opening 8/17.... do we know if the essay topics posted are up to date for the 2022 cycle?

ashielee · Answer

I totally agree. I think with covid happened last year and that forced schools to go for virtual/online classes really change the dynamic of traditional education.
As for the essays, I'm not 100% sure but I think the essays questions for 2020 cycle and 2021 cycle were different, so I assume the essay questions will be different for this cycle as well

justsayKnope · Answer

Here's what I'm seeing posted for essay topics on the application page:

Essay 1
A person’s identity is shaped by many different aspects, including family, culture, personal interests, and surrounding environments. Please share a facet of your identity or story that is essential to who you are. (300 word limit)

Essay 2
The definition of successful leadership has evolved over the last decade and will continue to change. What do you need to develop to become a successful leader? (300 word limit)

Do you recall if those are the topics from last year? To your point, if those are the same as last year it seems most likely the page is just outdated.

I'm just trying to figure out whether it makes sense to go ahead and try to get a jump on drafting my essays ahead of the app opening up....

ashielee · Answer

Yep! Those are 2021 cycle essay questions. I'm sure they are still working on it and you should see it when the new deadlines post online!
I think you can start something along with leadership and your short-term/long-term goal (2020 cycle essay question)

justsayKnope · Answer

Sorry I should have been clearer last time... the new application & decision deadlines are posted (I think they were updated on Monday or Tuesday):

R1 
Deadline: November 9, 2021
Decision: January 28, 2022

R2 
Deadline: January 7, 2022
Decision: March 29, 2022

R3 
Deadline: March 8, 2022
Decision: May 17, 2022

ashielee · Answer

Sweet! Thanks for posting the deadlines! I think it was just updated because when I responded to your last message, the site only had the previous intake deadlines. 
Are you applying for R1?

justsayKnope · Answer

Absolutely! Yeah I could be wrong about when, but regardless I'm excited they're up now

Yes, I hope to apply in R1, but we shall see... I just returned from new parent leave so main thing that could hold me up is lining up recommenders to allow them enough time to not feel rushed. FYI you were right about the essays... I emailed the admissions team about the prompts and they confirmed the ones listed online are from 2020-2021 and aren't updated for this cycle. They indicated they'll be updated soon.

justsayKnope · Answer

2021-2022 Essay topics have been updated:

Essay 1 
A person’s identity is shaped by many different aspects, including family, culture, personal interests, and surrounding environments. Please share a facet of your identity or story that is essential to who you are. (300 word limit)

Essay 2 
As a working professional, you have developed unique skills, knowledge or experience in your career. Please summarize your primary area of professional expertise or knowledge. Highlight any aspect(s) that makes you unique or sets you apart from your peers. (150 words)

ashielee · Answer

Sweet! Thanks for sharing! Essay 1 is the same as last cycle and Essay 2 is new and shorter than last year

ashielee · Answer

Aw wow congrats on being a new parent! Some of my friends just enter that phase too, and parenthood is definitely not easy. 
That's so awesome you have things planned accordingly! You have ~3 months to prep for your applications which is nice. Are you applying to other schools?

ashielee · Answer

The Admission events are out now

Get your questions answered at the online info sessions https://ewmba.haas.berkeley.edu/admissions/upcoming-events Info Session & Student Panel: Evening and Weekend MBA 8/24 5pm-6pm PST 9/22 5pm-6pm PST Q&A: Chat with Admissions - Part-time MBA programs 9/2 8am-9am PST 9/9 12am-1pm PST Overview of Career Resources: Part-time MBA programs 9/16 12am-1pm PST

mvta · Answer

Any R3 applicants waiting for decision?

jennygbly · Answer

I am!

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