The personal essay is an essential component of your application. How compelling it is — or isn't — can make or break your acceptance.

When I wrote my own MBA admissions essay, I remember feeling lost, rambling without a clear direction. Crafting a standout essay requires self-awareness, authenticity, and alignment with the program.

Applying for an MBA program can be a long and difficult process. Focus your energy on optimizing the key application components to create a standout application. Know your application deadlines and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover international business education. It’s March and you may be feeling the irrepressible urge to apply for an MBA right now, ...

Over my 15 years in admissions at Kellogg I have read A LOT of essay questions. I am often asked about the “best essays” and believe me, there have been many wonderful answers. And I will write about ...