What HBS & GSB Say When They Reject You

MBA Students outside of classes

HOW HARVARD BUSINESS SCHOOL SAYS ‘NO’

Dear (real name removed):

I’m sorry, but we are unable to offer you a place in the MBA Class of 2019.

Every year we receive roughly ten applications for every available spot in the class. While we are pleased that so many talented people want to be students here, the numbers make for many very difficult decisions. In all likelihood, you are a viable candidate with many strong attributes and accomplishments. Our challenge becomes not one of “evaluation,” but of “selection.” In order to deliver a class who brings as many different backgrounds and perspectives as possible, we must turn away many qualified candidates.

Thank you very much for your interest in the School; I wish you success and happiness as you go forward.

Sincerely,

Chad Losee

Managing Director, MBA Admissions & Financial Aid

 

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