Join UC Davis chat | Add to my Schools | MBA Applicants WhatsApp CommunityWelcome to the central discussion thread for applicants targeting the
UC Davis Graduate School of Management MBA program for the 2027 intake. Whether you're aiming for the early autumn rounds or planning a submission closer to the winter and spring deadlines, 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 Personal Statement (350 words): Working through UC Davis's core personal insight question to highlight a clear narrative of resilience, motivation, and professional trajectory.
- The GMAT/GRE Optional Path: Gauging whether to submit a score or rely entirely on undergraduate quantitative coursework to prove academic readiness, since test scores are optional for the program.
- The Video Essay Element: Brainstorming how to present your communication style, personality, and career ambitions dynamically on camera.
- The Northern California Edge: Finding strategic ways to connect your post-MBA goals to the vibrant Northern California "Super-Region"—from Sacramento's state capital network to the global innovation hub of the Silicon Valley/Bay Area.
How does this thread work? This is a peer-to-peer tracker. Use the comments section below to ask about test waiver dynamics, swap essay and resume tips, share your profile for feedback, or post the moment those interview invites hit your inbox.
Introduce Yourself to the CohortTo help see who is in the room, copy the template below and drop your status in the comment section:
- Target Round: (Round 1 / Round 2 / Later)
- Pre-MBA Industry: * Post-MBA Goal: * Current Focus: (Deciding on the test-optional path / Outlining the 350-word statement / Prepping the video script)
Bookmark this thread for live timeline updates, interview roll calls, and scholarship drops as the application cycle moves forward. Best of luck, future Aggies! 🌲🐴💼