One essay is required, in written form only. One optional essay may also be submitted to supply information on extenuating circumstances.
FIRST-TIME APPLICANTS - ONE REQUIRED ESSAY: We believe that the best results are achieved when you share success, think fearlessly anddrive change. With this in mind, what are your goals at UCLA Anderson and in your short-term and long-term career? (750 words maximum) OPTIONAL ESSAY:
The following essay is optional. No preference is given in the evaluation process to applicants who submit an optional essay. Please note that we only accept written essays. Are there any extenuating circumstances in your profile about which the Admissions Committee should be aware? Please use your best judgment. (250 words maximum) RE-APPLICANTS - ONE REQUIRED ESSAY:
Reapplicants who applied for the class entering in fall 2014 or 2015 are required to complete the following essay: Please describe your career progress since you last applied and ways in which you have enhanced your candidacy. Include updates on short-term and long-term career goals, as well as your continued interest in UCLA Anderson. (750 words maximum)
PLEASE NOTE:
Your essays are the primary way for you to share your perspectives and plans with the admissions committee. The best essays are introspective, genuine and succinct in directly answering our questions and responding to our topics. - »
You should try to distinguish yourself by showing what makes you different from others who share similar profiles.
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Personal expression is what we are looking for, not platitudes.
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Making a strong case for your future plans requires you to first do research on career paths and find one that resonates. Even if this target will change during business school, your application essays should lay out a clear trajectory for short-term and long-term goals. Do this by demonstrating how you expect to build on skills from your past, and those you expect to gain from the MBA.
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Essays are more compelling if they include specific courses, programs, groups, opportunities, activities, etc. from which you would benefit, if admitted to UCLA Anderson. These references are best found through website research, personal discussions and a campus visit (if possible).
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Content and clarity are key elements, as we seek superior communication skills.
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Style is a consideration too, although we understand that those who speak other languages may have different manners of expression in English.We do check your essays for plagiarism, so make sure you always submit your own work.
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Length does not equal strength. A well-written short essay can have even more impact than a longer essay. Please try to respect the word limits indicated below.
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All responses to essays must be on double-spaced pages that are uploaded as a document. We do not accept essays in any other media but written form.
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