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Welcome 2026-2027 Haas Applicants
Join Haas chat | Add to my Schools | MBA Applicants WhatsApp Community
Hey everyone!
As the new admissions cycle officially gets underway, this thread is the central hub for everyone applying to UC Berkeley Haas for the 2027 intake. Whether you're targeting Round 1 in September or mapping out a strategy for the later rounds, this is your community space to share updates, bounce ideas around, and help each other through the process.
Use this space to:
Berkeley Haas at MBA Spotlight 2026: Key Takeaways
APPLICATION & ADMISSIONS
Maria Martinez Madrigal, Associate Director of Full-Time MBA Admissions at UC Berkeley Haas, provided insights into the application process. Applicants are evaluated holistically across academics, professional experience, and personal attributes. The program requires two professional letters of recommendation, ideally from supervisors. A unique feature of the application is a video essay prompt asking, "What makes you feel alive and why?" Applicants are encouraged to be authentic and reflective.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Haas is located in the San Francisco Bay Area, a hub for innovation and technology, providing students with access to a vast network of industry leaders and opportunities. The program emphasizes experiential learning through initiatives like Cleantech to Market and the Sustainable Investment Fund. Haas offers multiple MBA formats: full-time, evening and weekend, flex, and an MBA for executives, all sharing the same curriculum but differing in structure.
CULTURE & VALUES
Haas is distinguished by its defining leadership principles: Questioning the status quo, confidence without attitude, student always, and beyond yourself. These principles are deeply embedded in the community and culture, influencing both the academic and social environment.
CAREERS & OUTCOMES
Haas boasts the third-highest lifetime earnings among business schools, with 91% of graduates accepting job offers within six months. The alumni network is particularly active on the West Coast, providing robust support and networking opportunities.
NOTABLE Q&A
Applicants were advised to add context to their academic records, especially if their GPA does not reflect their potential. The program is not solely tech-focused, despite its location, offering strong opportunities in fields like social impact and real estate. The alumni network is highly active, particularly in the Bay Area, supporting students and graduates extensively.
ADVICE FROM THE SESSION
Applicants should focus on authenticity and alignment with Haas's values. Engaging with the Haas community through events and networking is encouraged to understand the culture and opportunities better.
UPDATE FROM DAY 2 SESSION (JUN 11, AMY BARTOW)
• NO GMAT/GRE waiver offered - test required from everyone
• New graduate certificate in AI; faculty integrating AI across all courses
• Class size ~280; curriculum is 40% core / 60% electives
• Flex MBA can be completed online - suitable for some international students
• Average alumni salary 3 years post-graduation: $220,000+; 90%+ employed within six months
• Sustainability and social impact are understated strengths (Skydeck and eHub support entrepreneurship)
View the full Haas Class Profile --> https://mba.haas.berkeley.edu/admissions/class-profile
View the full Haas Employment Report Class of 2023 --> https://haas.berkeley.edu/recruiters/report/
Join Haas chat | Add to my Schools | MBA Applicants WhatsApp Community
Hey everyone!
As the new admissions cycle officially gets underway, this thread is the central hub for everyone applying to UC Berkeley Haas for the 2027 intake. Whether you're targeting Round 1 in September or mapping out a strategy for the later rounds, this is your community space to share updates, bounce ideas around, and help each other through the process.
Use this space to:
- 🤝 Network with fellow applicants and swap profile insights.
- 📝 Discuss essay strategies—from the 300-word goals prompt to tackling the unique video essay ("What makes you feel alive when you are doing it, and why?").
- 💡 Brainstorm how to weave Haas’s Defining Leadership Principles (Question the Status Quo, Confidence Without Attitude, Students Always, and Beyond Yourself) authentically into your application.
- 📅 Track timelines as a group—from hitting submit to rolling interview invites and decision drops.Drop a comment below to introduce yourself! Let us know your background, what round you’re aiming for, or any questions you have about the Bay Area ecosystem.
| Haas MBA Deadlines 2026-27 | ||
| Round | Application Due | Decisions |
| Round 1 | Sep 10, 2026 | Dec 10, 2026 |
| Round 2 | Jan 7, 2027 | March 25, 2027 |
| Round 3 | Apr 1, 2027 | May 6, 2027 |
| Haas MBA Essays 2023-24 | |
Essay 1 | What makes you feel alive when you are doing it, and why? (300 words maximum) |
| Essay 2 | What are your short-term and long-term career goals, and how will an MBA from Haas help you achieve those goals? Short-term career goals should be achievable within 3-5 years post-MBA, whereas long-term goals may span a decade or more and encompass broader professional aspirations. |
| Essay 3 | One of our goals at Berkeley Haas is to develop leaders who value diversity and to create an inclusive environment in which people from different ethnicities, genders, lived experiences, and national origins feel welcomed and supported. Describe any experience or exposure you have in the area of diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging whether through community organizations, personal, or in the workplace? Candidates seeking consideration for mission-aligned fellowships may use this space to reflect on their commitment to the mission of those fellowships.(300 words max) |
| Essay 4 | The Berkeley MBA program develops leaders who embody our four Defining Leadership Principles. Briefly introduce yourself to the admissions committee, explain which Defining Leadership Principle resonates most with you, and tell us how you have exemplified the principle in your personal or professional life. |
Berkeley Haas at MBA Spotlight 2026: Key Takeaways
APPLICATION & ADMISSIONS
Maria Martinez Madrigal, Associate Director of Full-Time MBA Admissions at UC Berkeley Haas, provided insights into the application process. Applicants are evaluated holistically across academics, professional experience, and personal attributes. The program requires two professional letters of recommendation, ideally from supervisors. A unique feature of the application is a video essay prompt asking, "What makes you feel alive and why?" Applicants are encouraged to be authentic and reflective.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Haas is located in the San Francisco Bay Area, a hub for innovation and technology, providing students with access to a vast network of industry leaders and opportunities. The program emphasizes experiential learning through initiatives like Cleantech to Market and the Sustainable Investment Fund. Haas offers multiple MBA formats: full-time, evening and weekend, flex, and an MBA for executives, all sharing the same curriculum but differing in structure.
CULTURE & VALUES
Haas is distinguished by its defining leadership principles: Questioning the status quo, confidence without attitude, student always, and beyond yourself. These principles are deeply embedded in the community and culture, influencing both the academic and social environment.
CAREERS & OUTCOMES
Haas boasts the third-highest lifetime earnings among business schools, with 91% of graduates accepting job offers within six months. The alumni network is particularly active on the West Coast, providing robust support and networking opportunities.
NOTABLE Q&A
Applicants were advised to add context to their academic records, especially if their GPA does not reflect their potential. The program is not solely tech-focused, despite its location, offering strong opportunities in fields like social impact and real estate. The alumni network is highly active, particularly in the Bay Area, supporting students and graduates extensively.
ADVICE FROM THE SESSION
Applicants should focus on authenticity and alignment with Haas's values. Engaging with the Haas community through events and networking is encouraged to understand the culture and opportunities better.
UPDATE FROM DAY 2 SESSION (JUN 11, AMY BARTOW)
• NO GMAT/GRE waiver offered - test required from everyone
• New graduate certificate in AI; faculty integrating AI across all courses
• Class size ~280; curriculum is 40% core / 60% electives
• Flex MBA can be completed online - suitable for some international students
• Average alumni salary 3 years post-graduation: $220,000+; 90%+ employed within six months
• Sustainability and social impact are understated strengths (Skydeck and eHub support entrepreneurship)
| Haas Application Stats Class of '25 | |||||
| Applicants | 2904 | ||||
| Accepted | 668 | ||||
| Acceptance Rate | 23% | ||||
| Enrolled | 244 | ||||
| Yield Rate | 36.58% | ||||
| Haas Class Profile Class of '25 | |||||||||||||||
| Avg. GPA | 3.64 | ||||||||||||||
| Avg. WE | 70 | ||||||||||||||
| Average GMAT | 733 | ||||||||||||||
| Median GMAT | 730 | ||||||||||||||
| % GRE | 53% | ||||||||||||||
| Avg GRE Quant | 164 | ||||||||||||||
| Avg. GRE Verbal | 161 | ||||||||||||||
| Avg. Total GRE | 324 | ||||||||||||||
| Haas Employment Data Class of '23 | |||||||||
| Employed at Graduation | 73.2% | ||||||||
| Employed 3 Months | 88.7% | ||||||||
| Average Salary | $162,831 | ||||||||
| Average Bonus | $36,777 | ||||||||
| Salary and Bonus | $199,608 | ||||||||
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Applicants considering Berkeley Haas for the 2026–2027 admissions cycle can review this article for an overview of the latest application requirements, including updates to the video essay and career goals essay.
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