Join Fisher(Ohio) chat | Add to my Schools | MBA Applicants WhatsApp CommunityWelcome to the central discussion thread for applicants targeting the
Ohio State University (Fisher) MBA program for the 2027 intake. Known for its intentionally small class size, highly personalized curriculum, and deep ties to Columbus's corporate landscape, Fisher offers an intimate but powerful Big Ten environment. Whether you are aiming for the early funding deadlines or planning a winter submission, consider this space your go-to community yard to coordinate, share strategic advice, and keep pace with the cycle.
Quick Guide for This CycleWhat are people talking about right now?- The One-Page Goals Format: Navigating the core goals essay, which requires you to logically bridge your past experience to your post-MBA objectives and "Why Fisher" within a strict maximum length of one single-sided page.
- The Test Waiver Criteria: Discussing the specific quantitative pathways (like a STEM degree, quantitative certifications like CPA/CFA, or scoring a 'B' or higher in college-level math) to successfully secure a GMAT/GRE exemption.
- The Kira Video Assessment: Exchanging tips on how to handle the spontaneous, asynchronous video prompts seamlessly once your main portal is submitted.
How does this thread work?This is a peer-to-peer tracker. Use the comments section below to ask about test waivers, swap essay formatting outlines, review your profile with peers, or notify the group the second those official interview invitations start rolling out.
📥 Introduce Yourself to the Cohort
To help see who is in the room, copy the template below and drop your status in the comment section:
- Target Round: (Priority Funding Rounds / Later)
- Pre-MBA Industry & Nationality: * Post-MBA Goal: (Target function or sector)
- Current Focus: (Studying for tests or tracking waivers / Drafting the 1-page goals essay / Polishing your resume or LinkedIn)
Bookmark this thread for live timeline updates, interview invite roll calls, and scholarship drops as the cycle moves forward. Best of luck, future Buckeyes! 🔴⚪🌰