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Tuesday Tips: Tuck MBA Essays and Tips for 2024-2025

The Tuck MBA essays are out, and we have the latest tips for you! The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth has a small student body and a rural location, combined with world-class faculty and academic focus.

The admissions committee has spent considerable time developing a clear set of admissions criteria . Through their Tuck MBA essays, successful applicants will show they are: smart, accomplished, aware, and encouraging. Overall, Tuck is looking for applicants who show a pattern of behavior that demonstrates these qualities.

For example, you would describe a pattern of accomplishments in your essays and resume. And then, you would show awareness when you explain how you view the world in your essays and interviews. Finally, you could show you are encouraging by describing a time when you have challenged and developed others.

Stacy Blackman Consulting can help you put together successful Tuck MBA essays. Our team of experienced admissions professionals, like Maureen , who is a former Tuck admissions officer, know exactly what Tuck is looking for.

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Tuck MBA Essays

Essay question #1: “why are you pursuing an mba and why now how will the distinct tuck mba contribute to achieving your career goals and aspirations”.

Being aware is one of the four criteria for successful Tuck MBA essays. To show awareness in this essay, spend some time considering your goals. Also, think about why you think an MBA is the right choice. Finally, consider why Tuck is the right place for you. As Patricia Harrison, Director of Admissions, Evaluation, and Yield, writes: “Spend time and effort identifying why an MBA, and especially the Tuck MBA, aligns with your goals.”

Once you have crystallized your goals, you must articulate them in this essay. Make sure you have researched Tuck thoroughly. Use that research to show why Tuck is the right place for your next step. Being aware also means seeing the opportunities available at Tuck. Thorough school research is important here.

As Harrison writes: “Show clarity and awareness about how Tuck uniquely advances you towards your goals.” Making appropriate goals for yourself, considering your background and the MBA, also shows awareness.

Essay Question #2: “Tell us who you are. How have your values and experiences shaped your identity and character? How will your background contribute to the diverse Tuck culture and community?”

Ensure you have spent time learning about Tuck and why you think you fit with the community. This essay is the perfect place to talk about how you are encouraging and aware. How have you spent time developing people in your life? And what will you do to bring that quality to Tuck?

Harrison advises, “We want you to confidently bring your whole unique personal self, including your strengths and growth areas, to Tuck. We hope you appreciate how this extraordinary community is a tapestry of the collective individuals therein and how adding to it means choosing to consistently engage.”

Finally, by reaching out to current students and alumni, you will learn more about the Tuck experience. That will help you better understand how you fit in at Tuck and write better Tuck MBA  essays. First, ask your friends and family if they know students or alumni you can connect with. Or, Tuck admissions can match you with a member of the community .

Once you understand Tuck, think about the experiences that have shaped you. This essay is an ideal place to talk about some of your past accomplishments that involved others. For example, what you have experienced in various communities and what you have contributed or learned. You can show that you are aware of yourself and others by describing your experiences.

If you are struggling to come up with a topic to discuss, talk to your friends and family about any stories that remind them of your unique personality and how you interact with others. Sometimes talking with the people who know you the best can aid your self-awareness.

Essay Question #3: “Describe a time you meaningfully contributed to someone else’s sense of inclusion in your professional or personal community.”

Tuck is a team-oriented culture. It’s essential to be an encouraging person who wants to develop others; this essay is another place to show that quality. It can also show your personality and teamwork skills.

Diversity is an important value to Tuck, and this essay can be a place for you to showcase your own commitment to diversity. As Harrison writes: “At Tuck we honor diversity in all its forms, welcome each person as they are, and provide the spaces and opportunities to engage in respectful, meaningful, and growth-oriented discussion and debate.”

Think about times you invested in another person’s success, even when inconvenient. Maybe you helped a competitor at work. Or, perhaps you helped someone who was not in a position to reciprocate. It’s easy to help others in a low-stakes environment. It is hard to be encouraging when it doesn’t personally benefit you.

Think about your behavior in a team. Do you help your teammates understand issues or hold up team progress? How do you resolve conflict? When have you helped someone when it was not noticed or required? Choose a time when you have truly been an encouraging and helpful teammate. Explain the situation, what you did, and the result.

If you learned any lessons that you have applied since then, describe those lessons.

Please provide any additional insight or information that you have not addressed elsewhere (e.g., atypical choice of references, factors affecting academic performance, unexplained job gaps or changes). Complete this question only if you feel your candidacy is not fully represented by this application. (300 words)

This optional essay is designed only for you to use as needed . If you feel that the rest of the application has fully described your personal qualities and accomplishments, no need to write this one. However, do use this essay if you need to explain anything to the admissions committee.

Examples of necessary explanations include a low GPA or academic probation. Or, perhaps you have gaps in your work experience or a non-professional recommender. If anything in your application may raise questions, clear up those doubts in this essay.

Ideally, an optional essay is brief, to the point, and focuses on the future. Succinctly explain what happened. Then, focus on how you improved and will continue to improve. Remain forward-looking and optimistic.

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2024-2025 Dartmouth Tuck MBA Essay Tips and Example Essays

Jun 26, 2024

• Who is Dartmouth Tuck looking for?
• How should I answer the Tuck essay questions?
• Make your story shine
• Tuck Deadlines

UPDATE : This article was originally posted on October 3, 2018. It has been updated with new information and tips below. 

Located in Hanover, New Hampshire, Tuck is a haven for collaboratively-minded professionals who seek to have an immersive MBA experience and truly bond with their professors and classmates. 

Despite its idyllic setting, Tuck also leads the way when it comes to recruiting, consistently ranking at the top of elite MBA programs when it comes to the number of students employed at graduation and 3 months after graduation. 

Considering its focus on collaboration, diversity, and employment opportunities, Tuck is a popular choice when it comes to top MBA programs, meaning it’s no easy task to win a spot in its small class. 

That’s why we’ve prepared this guide to help you use your Tuck admissions essays to stand out. We’ve rounded up our best tips and links to Tuck MBA sample essays to ensure you give your Dartmouth Tuck application your best shot.

1. Who is Dartmouth Tuck looking for?

(Photo courtesy of @tuckschool on Instagram)

“Bringing together a talented and dynamic student body is critical to our mission of educating tomorrow’s wise leaders. Tuck is enriched by the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and dreams of our students and strengthened by what they share: an exceptional record of accomplishment and a desire to use their talents to better the world of business.” Dartmouth Tuck Admissions  

Every year, Tuck’s admissions team sorts through thousands of applications to find the perfect admits for its class of around 300 students. With a strong emphasis on diversity and collaboration, there is no “standard” student at Tuck, yet the average admitted student for the Class of 2025 had a 726 GMAT score 161V, 161Q GRE score . Additionally, 44% of the class was made up of women, 32% US minorities, and 33% international students. 

Beyond the impressive statistics, though, Tuck is also a highly community-driven school and tends to look for a certain set of characteristics in prospective students. According to Tuck’s admissions committee, these are demonstrated academic excellence, demonstrated leadership, demonstrated accomplishments, interpersonal skills, diversity of background and experience, and a global mindset. 

If this sounds like a community in which you’d be right at home, you’ll first have to prove you’ve got what it takes by successfully answering Tuck’s admissions essay questions. 

2. How should I answer the Tuck essay questions?

2.1. essay 1 tips.

Why are you pursuing an MBA and why now? How will the distinct Tuck MBA contribute to achieving your career goals and aspirations? (300 words)

Following the trend that has tended to dominate business school applications this year, Tuck kept its essays mostly the same for this application cycle, including this goals-type essay . 

However, with only 300 words , Tuck forces you to clearly state some of the most fundamental — and important! — information in your MBA application . 

First, you have a 50-word short answer in the application form itself where you need to state your short and long-term goals, so there is no need to restate them here. You can just jump right into your motivations for the MBA. 

We do suggest that you start off the essay with a brief bit of context into why the goals you’re pursuing are right for you. This might be a mini STAR-format story that is related to your goals or part of your personal track record that motivated you to pursue the goals you stated. 

This should all build to a moment in your essay when you state why you believe now is the right moment for you to pursue your goals. You want to be exceptionally clear about why you’re at a milestone in your career where you need an MBA to get any further. 

In the second part of the essay, show why an MBA at Tuck is the key to making it all work. Devote the majority of this section to showing how you plan to navigate the school and its many offerings during your 2 years in Hanover. I always encourage candidates to start answering these types of Why XYZ School questions by considering, “If you do X MBA at this school how will the person you become be different than if you attended Y MBA?” 

In general, research into the program’s specifics is essential to support the answer to the previous question. In short, make sure you prove to your reader that you understand how Tuck is uniquely positioned to help you reach your goals and show your passion for their program. You might want to check out Tuck’s social media accounts when doing your research since this is a great way to get to know the school better. 

Finally, since Tuck has such a distinctive culture , make sure you include some sort of statement on why this type of culture is important to you. 

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Our MBA Resource Center has dozens of Dartmouth Tuck MBA essays that worked to get our clients admitted to help you plan out a winning Tuck essay. 

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2.2. Essay 2 Tips

Tell us who you are. How have your values and experiences shaped your identity and character? How will your background contribute to the diverse Tuck culture and community? (300 words)

Before thinking about what you can contribute to the Tuck community, you should first have a very clear understanding of just what the Tuck community is like.

As such, nailing this essay depends on two things: research and sincerity. 

First – research. If you don’t know much about the Tuck community, it’s going to be hard to write a compelling essay about why you feel you belong there. So first start out by doing your homework. What does Tuck offer in terms of clubs and initiatives? Why do these motivate you and how do you hope to learn and grow by participating in them? Which parts of Tuck’s culture do you identify with, and how do you see yourself putting those into practice while in Hanover? Finally, how can you contribute to the Tuck community?

If you can, try to go beyond the Tuck website. Visit campus, talk with alumni and current students, and sit in on online info sessions to really get a good view into what it means to be a Tuckie. 

We suggest you start by selecting a few different elements to focus on in your essay. Then, move on to the second critical element: sincerity. How you express yourself in this essay is as important as showing you did your research. 

You may want to use a few past examples that demonstrate how you can add value on a given topic. 

For example, let’s say you created your consulting firm’s first dedicated recruitment process for students from your university, a move that greatly increased diversity in the office. In your essay, you could discuss this achievement and state you’d actively like to contribute to Tuck’s Consulting Club and help those planning to switch into the consulting career be more successful in doing so. 

Or perhaps you were recruited to help your company solve a financial challenge at a branch in Angola and were able to develop a solution, together with that country’s government, that not only solved your company’s financial issue but also provided a reliable food source for thousands of Angolans. Talking about how you plan to share the challenges of performing business on an international scale with your colleagues in your study group to help them become more high-potential global leaders would also make for great essay content. 

You may also want to include an aspect of your identity or personal life that isn’t necessarily tied to an achievement. For example, perhaps you went through the experience of coming out and want to share this with other members of the LGBTQ+ community at Tuck.

This prompt is broad, so you’re free to choose elements from your personal and professional life. Just make sure you choose your most high-impact stories and meaningfully connect them with the Tuck MBA. 

Finally, make sure you’ve got the tone right. Tuck wants to hear your story , so imagine you’re sitting across the table from a current student, a friend, or even a family member and are explaining to them why you’re so passionate about the school. This approach makes the letter feel more personal and genuine, helping you win over the Tuck admissions committee. 

2.3. Essay 3 Tips

Describe a time you meaningfully contributed to someone else’s sense of inclusion in your professional or personal community. (300 words)

This year, Tuck changed this essay question. As the business school world increasingly focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion, Tuck joins the ranks of schools asking a specific essay question on this topic. 

In this particular question, they ask you to focus on a specific instance in which you contributed to someone else’s sense of inclusion. 

First, start brainstorming examples. You want to focus on examples where you meaningfully contributed to inclusion. For example, giving a colleague a pep talk about navigating your office’s difficult culture wouldn’t be a great choice here. On the other hand, mentoring a new hire to ensure they experienced a sense of inclusion at your workplace would work. 

If you prefer to focus on a group of people to whom you contributed, that would also work for this question. 

Good examples should also have a clear beginning, middle, and end so the reader can fully understand your actions and impact on others. As such, examples that are currently unresolved should genuinely be avoided. 

Finally, for an essay of this size, a single example told exceptionally well, is likely to work best. 

After you choose your example, we recommend you use the STAR methodology to tell your reader what happened in the clearest and most high-impact way possible. Remember: the Tuck admissions committee doesn’t want to read about what happened, they want to experience. Using the STAR methodology and good storytelling techniques are key to ensuring your example jumps off the page and makes you stand out.

2.4. Short Goals Essay Tips

In the Application Specifics section of the application form, all applicants will be asked to share their short-term and long-term goals in 50 words or less. Both your short- and long-term goals should be ambitious and realistic, though on the margin, we will expect your long-term goals to tilt towards the former and your short-term goals to tilt towards the latter.

Here, directly state your short-term and long-term goals in simple, clear terms. If you can fit it, we highly recommend that you also include the motivations for your goals and the impact they will generate. 

If you’re struggling to define your goals for the MBA, check out this post !

2.5. Optional Essay Tips

Optional: Please provide any additional insight or information that you have not addressed elsewhere (e.g., atypical choice of evaluators, factors affecting academic performance, unexplained job gaps or changes). Complete this question only if you feel your candidacy is not fully represented by this application. (300 words)

This is not a place for you to retell your life story or sum up your interest in Tuck or need for an MBA. It is also not a place to copy and paste a strong essay you wrote for another school. Make sure you focus only on weak spots and also discuss what steps you have taken or took to rectify the weaknesses. 

Find additional tips and tricks to help you master the optional essay here . 

2.6. Reapplicant Essay Tips

To be completed by all reapplicants: How have you strengthened your candidacy since you last applied? Please reflect on how you have grown personally and professionally. (300 words)

Here, make sure you clearly demonstrate how you have improved since your previous application. Also include any relevant updates on your goals and interaction 

We have written a separate post on the topic of reapplying to business school , including insider tips and tricks to help make sure your second shot at your dream school is successful!

Looking for Dartmouth Tuck MBA essay examples? 

Check out our real sample essays that got our clients admitted here .

3. We make your story shine

One of the most common mistakes we see in MBA essays is that candidates fail to tell compelling stories . This is important because if your stories are not compelling, they will not be persuasive. At the same time, they must be backed by strong examples that establish a track record of success and prove to the admissions committees why you belong at their school. 

Striking this balance between content and creativity can be tough, however, as succeeding means not only choosing the right stories but ensuring they are told in an optimal manner. 

This is why our iterative developmental feedback process here at Ellin Lolis Consulting helps you mold your message through the application of our storytelling expertise until it reflects exactly what makes your profile stand out and show fit with your target program. 

Not only can you take advantage of our editing expertise through multiple edits – you can also benefit from it after a single review! If your budget is tight, our editors will be happy to help polish your text as much as possible and leave “bonus comments” so you can keep working on it on your own!

4. Tuck Deadlines

Here are the deadlines for the 2024-2025 season. You can access the online application here . 

Tuck Round 1 Deadlines*

Application Deadline : September 26, 2024

Interview Notification : Ongoing

Decisions Released : December 12, 2024

Tuck Round 2 Deadlines*

Application Deadline : January 6, 2025

Decisions Released : March 13, 2025

Tuck Round 3 Deadlines

Application Deadline : March 26, 2025

Decisions Released : May 1, 2025

Applications are due by 5 PM Eastern Time on the deadline date. Any applications received after this date will be considered for the next round or will not be considered (if you’re applying for the last deadline).

*Applicants who submit their complete application (including test scores and Letters of Reference) by the following deadlines (including the Consortium for Graduate Study in Management) will be guaranteed an admissions interview. Round 1: September 3, 2024 5:00pm ET; Round 2: December 2, 2024 5:00pm ET. 

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Tuck School of Business MBA 2023-2024: Essential Guide and Essay Analysis

The Tuck MBA Program is a highly sought-after educational experience, boasting an admission rate of 23%. As one of the six Ivy League business schools, it stands as one of the most prestigious degree programs globally. Nestled in the charming college town of Hanover, New Hampshire, Dartmouth University serves as the esteemed home of Tuck.

What sets Tuck apart are the numerous opportunities it offers in terms of state-of-the-art facilities, a robust alumni network, and impressive placement records. New Hampshire, with its welcoming atmosphere, has become a magnet for the world’s brightest talents, contributing to a diverse and enriching campus environment.

The Tuck MBA Experience

The Tuck MBA program spans two years and is based in the heart of New Hampshire. This program holds an impressive 19th place in the Financial Times Global business school rankings, and it ranks 11th in the United States. Choosing Tuck means joining a lifelong network of support. With over 500 guest speakers annually from various industries and an alumni network of more than 50,000 global leaders, your connections are bound to be invaluable.

Tuition Fees & Scholarships

While the tuition fee for one year stands at $77,520, the total first-year budget, including boarding expenses, amounts to $119,454. Tuck recognizes excellence and offers generous scholarships to outstanding international candidates on a merit basis. Some of the available fellowships and scholarships include Forté, Reaching Out MBA (ROMBA), Post-9/11 GI Bill®, Yellow Ribbon Program, The Willard M. Bollenbach Jr. 1949 Fund, and the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund’s McGowan Fellows Program.

Diverse Student Profile

The Tuck MBA cohort represents a diverse array of industries and professional backgrounds, providing an enriching global learning experience. Students come from a variety of fields, such as consulting, banking, financial services, fashion, and performing arts, with approximately 41% of them being international or non-US students. Their average work experience of 5 years before joining the full-time MBA program ensures rich contributions to classroom learning and peer-to-peer interactions.

A significant achievement at Tuck is its remarkable 46% gender diversity ratio, which stands out as commendable on a global scale.

Academic Excellence and Preparation

Applicants can expect competitive academic standards, with an average GMAT score of 728 and an average GRE score of 329 for the incoming class.

Strong Career Prospects

Tuck boasts high employment rates, consistently placing over 97% of each MBA class into fulfilling careers. The return on investment is substantial, with median alumni salaries after graduation averaging USD 150,000, often supplemented with variable compensation. It’s worth noting that 90% of students find placements in the United States, showcasing Tuck’s influence on the global stage.

Application Information

For those aspiring to join the Tuck MBA program, here are the key admission requirements:

• Application Form
• Nonrefundable Application Fee of $250
• Academic Transcripts
• Test Scores (GMAT or GRE)
• English Language Proficiency (if applicable)
• Essay Questions
• Letters of Reference

Admission Deadlines

For the 2024 intake, the application deadlines are as follows:

• Round 1: September 25, 2023
• Round 2: January 4, 2024
• Round 3: March 25, 2024

Additionally, Tuck offers a guaranteed interview deadline in EACH ROUND, including:

• September 1, 2023 (Round 1)
• December 1, 2023 (Round 2)
• March 1, 2024 (Round 3)

Applicants who meet these guaranteed interview deadlines may secure an interview invitation. However, it’s advisable to submit your application promptly for the best chance of acceptance.

Lets delve into the essay analysis for tuck MBA 2024

Essay Analysis – TUCK MBA

Why are you pursuing an MBA and why now? How will the distinctive Tuck MBA contribute to achieving your career goals and aspirations? (300 words)

This essay prompt has two key components:

• Why are you pursuing an MBA and why now?  This part of the prompt seeks to understand your motivations and timing for pursuing an MBA. Admissions committees are interested in why you believe an MBA is necessary for your career progression and how your current circumstances have led you to this decision.
• How will the distinctive Tuck MBA contribute to achieving your career goals and aspirations?  This part of the prompt asks you to demonstrate your understanding of the Tuck MBA program and how it aligns with your specific career goals and aspirations. You need to showcase how Tuck’s unique features and resources will help you achieve these goals.

The admissions committee is looking for a few key things in your response:

• Clarity of purpose: They want to see that you have a clear and well-thought-out reason for pursuing an MBA, and that you can articulate why now is the right time.
• A strong connection to Tuck: They are interested in understanding why Tuck is the right fit for you and your career goals. You need to show that you’ve done your research on the program and can explain how Tuck’s offerings are uniquely suited to your needs.
• Alignment of values: Tuck places a strong emphasis on community and values-based leadership. It’s important to show how your values align with those of the Tuck community.

Tell us who you are. How have your values and experiences shaped your identity and character? How will your background contribute to the diverse Tuck culture and community? (300 words)

The essay prompt is asking you to introduce yourself, explain how your values and experiences have shaped your identity and character, and then articulate how your background will contribute to the diverse Tuck culture and community.

• Introduction (50 words) : Start by providing a brief and engaging introduction. Mention your name, current profession, and perhaps a sentence about your values and experiences that have significantly shaped your character. This sets the stage for the essay.
• Values and Experiences (100 words) : In this section, delve into your personal values and experiences. Highlight key events, people, or challenges that have influenced your values and character. Discuss how these experiences have guided you in your personal and professional life. Make it personal and emotional, allowing the admissions committee to connect with your journey.
• Contribution to Tuck Culture (100 words) : Here, explain how your unique background and character align with the Tuck culture. Research Tuck’s culture, values, and community. Identify specific aspects of Tuck’s culture that resonate with your own values and experiences. Explain how your background and perspective will enhance the Tuck community. Perhaps mention clubs, organizations, or initiatives at Tuck where you see yourself making a positive impact.
• Conclusion (50 words) : Conclude your essay with a strong statement that reinforces your commitment to contributing to Tuck’s diverse culture and community. Leave a lasting impression on the admissions committee.

Describe a time you meaningfully contributed to someone else’s sense of inclusion in your professional or personal community. (300 words)

Introduction (Approx. 50-70 words):

• Start with a compelling introduction that sets the stage for your story.
• Mention the context – whether it’s a personal or professional setting.
• State why inclusion is important in this context.

Body (Approx. 180-200 words):

• Narrate your specific experience or situation where you contributed to someone’s sense of inclusion. Be concise and clear.
• Provide context and background information. Who was involved, what was the setting, and why did this situation matter?
• Explain the challenges or issues related to inclusion that you or the person faced.
• Describe the actions you took to address these challenges and foster inclusion. Highlight your role and the impact of your actions.
• Share any insights or learnings gained from this experience. How did it change your perspective on inclusion and community?

Conclusion (Approx. 30-50 words):

• Summarize the impact of your actions on someone else’s sense of inclusion.
• Reflect on the broader significance of this experience – how it shaped your values and approach to fostering inclusion.
• End with a positive note or a forward-looking statement.

Tips for Writing the Essay :

• Be specific : Choose a clear and specific example to focus on. Use vivid details to make your story engaging.
• Show, don’t tell : Instead of just saying you contributed to someone’s sense of inclusion, show how you did it through your actions and interactions.
• Reflect on impact : Discuss not only what you did but also the results of your actions. Did it lead to a more inclusive environment or improved relationships?
• Use the word limit wisely : Given the 300-word limit, every word counts. Be concise and make sure your narrative is complete within this constraint.
• Highlight your personal growth : Share how this experience affected you personally and how it aligns with your goals and values, especially in the context of your MBA application.
• Edit and proofread : Revise your essay for clarity, grammar, and spelling. Make sure it reads smoothly.

Optional Essay

(Optional) Please provide any additional insight or information that you have not addressed elsewhere (e.g., atypical choice of references, factors affecting academic performance, unexplained job gaps or changes). Complete this question only if you feel your candidacy is not fully represented by this application. (300 words)

This optional essay prompt gives you the opportunity to share any information that you believe is critical for the admissions committee to know, especially if it hasn’t been adequately addressed in the rest of your application. Here’s a breakdown of how you might approach this essay:

• Determine Relevance : The first step is to assess whether you truly need to complete this essay. If you have no exceptional circumstances or aspects of your candidacy that need additional explanation, you may choose to leave this section blank.
• Highlight Unusual Aspects : If there are atypical elements in your application, such as a significant shift in your career, a gap in your employment history, or a particularly low GPA, this is the place to address them.
• Explain Clearly : If you have something to explain, do so directly and concisely. Whether it’s a job change, academic challenges, or any other factors affecting your application, provide a brief but clear explanation.
• Show Personal Growth : If you faced challenges or had to make difficult choices, you can also use this essay to discuss how you grew from these experiences and what you’ve learned.
• Connect to Your Goals : Whenever possible, connect the additional information you provide to your MBA goals and how it has shaped your aspirations. This shows that you’ve thought deeply about your journey.
• Maintain a Positive Tone : Even if you are addressing less-than-ideal situations, try to maintain a positive and forward-looking tone. Emphasize how you’ve overcome challenges or used them to your advantage.
• Word Limit : Pay attention to the 300-word limit. Keep your response concise, focusing on what’s most important.

(To be completed by all reapplicants) How have you strengthened your candidacy since you last applied? Please reflect on how you have grown personally and professionally. (300 words)

This essay topic is specifically designed for reapplicants, which means you’ve applied to Tuck’s MBA program in the past and are now reapplying. The admissions committee is looking for evidence of your personal and professional growth since your last application. You should aim to demonstrate that you’ve taken concrete steps to enhance your qualifications and have become a more competitive candidate.

Here’s how you can approach this essay:

• Start with Reflection : Begin by reflecting on your previous application and the feedback you received. What were the areas of weakness or improvement suggested by the admissions committee? What did you learn from the previous application process?
• Highlight Personal Growth : Discuss any personal development you’ve experienced since your last application. This could include life experiences, personal challenges, or insights that have shaped your character. Consider mentioning how these personal developments have influenced your desire to pursue an MBA.
• Professional Growth : Focus on the professional aspects of your growth. Highlight promotions, increased responsibilities, new skills acquired, or any significant achievements in your career since your last application. Be specific about how these accomplishments demonstrate your readiness for an MBA.
• Tuck Fit : Explain how the growth you’ve experienced aligns with Tuck’s values and culture. Discuss how you see Tuck as the ideal place to further develop your skills and accomplish your career goals.
• Connect to Future Goals : Mention how your strengthened candidacy prepares you to make a greater impact in your post-MBA goals. Clearly articulate your career aspirations and explain how Tuck’s MBA program will help you achieve them.
• Concise and Well-Structured : Given the 300-word limit, it’s crucial to be concise. Craft a well-structured essay with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion. Avoid unnecessary details and ensure every word counts.
• Positive Tone : Maintain a positive and forward-looking tone throughout the essay. Emphasize your determination and your eagerness to contribute to Tuck’s community.
• Proofread and Edit : Carefully proofread your essay to eliminate any grammatical or typographical errors. Make sure your writing is clear and impactful.

Remember, this essay is your opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to personal and professional growth, as well as your suitability for Tuck’s MBA program. Be authentic, reflective, and specific in your response. Good luck with your application! 

In summary, the Tuck MBA Program offers a world-class education, an extensive global network, and abundant career opportunities. It’s a prestigious gateway to a bright and successful future, and its emphasis on diversity, academic excellence, and career outcomes makes it a compelling choice for aspiring business leaders.

Remember, applying to a Bschool is a competitive process, but with dedication, authenticity, and a clear vision, you can be well on your way to an MBA and a transformative experience that can shape your future.  Let Strategy4GMAT help you shine! Contact us at  [email protected]  or call us at (+91) 8766202047 and (+91) 9990493487. Your dream B-school awaits! 

1. What is the Tuck MBA program known for?

• The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College is renowned for its small, close-knit community, strong alumni network, and a rigorous, general management curriculum. Tuck is also known for its commitment to leadership, teamwork, and a distinctive, immersive learning experience.

2. What are the key components of a successful Tuck MBA application essay?

• A successful Tuck MBA application essay should reflect your personal and professional growth since your last application. It should be well-structured, clear, and concise. Highlight how your experiences align with Tuck’s values and culture, and how you plan to leverage the MBA program to achieve your career goals.

3. What makes Tuck’s MBA application unique?

• Tuck’s MBA application process stands out because they require reapplicants to reflect on their growth since their previous application. This demonstrates the school’s commitment to continuous improvement and a focus on personal development. Additionally, Tuck emphasizes the importance of fit with their community.

4. How does Tuck evaluate MBA applicants?

• Tuck evaluates MBA applicants holistically, taking into account academic qualifications, work experience, leadership potential, and fit with the Tuck culture. They also consider your response to the essay questions and your recommendations. Interviews are conducted to further assess fit and leadership qualities.

5. Can you provide some tips for preparing a strong Tuck MBA essay?

• Certainly! To craft a strong Tuck MBA essay, reflect on your personal and professional growth, and connect it to your desire to attend Tuck. Be specific about your career aspirations and how Tuck will help you achieve them. Write concisely and proofread carefully to ensure clarity and correctness.

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The environment at Dartmouth Tuck is unique, and the school’s admissions committee has developed what it calls “a personal, connected, and transformative application experience that mirrors the distinct MBA experience you can expect to have at Tuck.” Yes, academics, test scores, and work experience count, but you really have to understand what Tuck offers and what the Tuck community is like to present a solid application. The school seeks to admit candidates who meet four basic criteria: smart, accomplished, aware, and encouraging. This can cover many facets, so let’s examine things more in depth.

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Why are you pursuing an MBA and why now? How will the distinct Tuck MBA contribute to achieving your goals and aspirations? (300 words)

First, why do you think you need an MBA? What is it that you cannot do without an MBA? You should be able to answer this question easily. If not, you shouldn’t be applying yet.

Reflect on your current skills and then look at job descriptions for the post-MBA position you are targeting. Note what new skills you need to acquire. Do you have a longer-term goal that motivates your short-term one? Briefly discuss that, too. You really need to know something about the industry or functional area you wish to enter to be able to answer this question succinctly and clearly. This gives the admissions committee the assurance that you have done adequate research on your intended career path.

Next, what distinctive aspects of the Tuck MBA experience will help you realize your post-MBA goals? What do you see at Tuck that you do not see at other schools? Look at the resource centers, the faculty research, the student clubs, and the conferences held at Tuck. You will need to associate those elements of the program with your aspirations in this essay.

Tell us who you are. How have your values and experiences shaped your identity and character? How will your background contribute to the diverse Tuck culture and community? (300 words)

This is a very direct and personal question. Think about what makes you you . What are the values you have developed, and how have you exhibited those values in your work or community? Give one or two specific examples that aren’t reflected in other parts of your application or in your other essays. Your answer in this essay will give them a good idea of your fit for their program. Tuck has a very tight-knit, collaborative, and intensely loyal community, so based on your hobbies and interests, how will you be involved in the community, and what would you share with your classmates that might be special? 

Describe a time you meaningfully contributed to someone else’s sense of inclusion in your professional or personal community. (300 words)

This question asks you to discuss one experience that shows how you contributed to making someone feel valued, respected, and heard. Your example could come from a work or a social context. Keep it specific and concrete, or you will blend in with others who write in generalities. Your empathetic, helpful response to the other party’s situation is key.

A CAR (challenge, actions, result) approach will work well here:

• What was the challenge you and the other person faced?
• What specific action(s) did you take to make that person feel welcomed?
• What was the result of this experience for you and others? What did you learn about yourself and the other person? 

Essay #4 (Optional)

Please provide any additional insight or information that you have not addressed elsewhere (e.g., atypical choice of evaluators, factors affecting academic performance, unexplained job gaps or changes). Complete this question only if you feel your candidacy is not fully represented by this application. (300 words)

If you have any of the elements mentioned in Tuck’s question, by all means, address them here. You do not want the admissions committee guessing or assuming wrongly when they come across something anomalous.

If you feel your application represents your candidacy well, don’t feel compelled to submit an optional essay. If you believe, however, that your application is  missing key elements of your story , then briefly include them here. Whether it’s a challenge that you’ve faced or a hardship overcome or other context for what you’ve achieved that will help the admissions committee appreciate your candidacy, share it in this essay.

However, you don’t want to waste the adcom’s time with unnecessary text or material that’s already covered elsewhere in your application. Doing so would reveal a definite lack of judgment – or in Tuck terms, awareness.

Reapplicant Essay 

How have you strengthened your candidacy since you last applied? Please reflect on how you have grown personally and professionally. (300 words)

This is the question for reapplicants. Why should the school admit you this time around? How are you better than you were the previous time you applied? Have you reassessed your goals so that they are more feasible? Have you retaken the GMAT/GRE? Did you receive a promotion or award for work you’ve done, or did you change jobs?

Applications are due by 5:00 pm ET

Source: Dartmouth Tuck website

***Disclaimer: Information is subject to change. Please check with Dartmouth Tuck directly to verify its essay questions, instructions, and deadlines.***

Here is a look at the Dartmouth Tuck Class of 2025 (data taken from the Dartmouth Tuck website ):

Students: 297

U.S. minorities: 32%

International: 33%

Students with partners: 31%

Students with children: 5%

LGBTQ+: 10%

First-generation college graduate: 19%

U.S. race/ethnicity (federal guidelines reporting)

• American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, or Other Pacific Islander: 0%
• Black or African American 5%
• Hispanic or Latinx: 6%
• Multi-race/ethnic: 6%
• Did not report: 3%

Countries represented:

• By citizenship: 40
• By birth: 22
• By professional experience: 35

Citizenship (counts dual citizens in both countries)

• U.S.A. and Canada: 68%
• Latin America: 8%
• Middle East and Africa: 4%
• Oceania: <1%
• Arts, humanities, social sciences: 40%
• Business: 28%
• Science, technology, engineering, math: 25%
• Domestic: 112
• International: 69
• Previous advanced degrees: 13%

GMAT average: 726 

GMAT range: 630-800

GMAT Verbal average: 42

GMAT Verbal range: 31-51

GMAT Quant average: 48

GMAT Quant range: 39-51

GMAT IR average: 7

GRE Verbal average: 161 

GRE Verbal range: 152-170

GRE Quant average: 161

GRE Quant range: 149-170

Percentage of applicants submitting GRE: 42%

GPA average (from U.S. schools, based on 4.0 scale): 3.49

GPA range: 2.7-4.0 

Industry experience:

• Financial services: 22%
• Consulting: 17%
• Nonprofit, government: 16%
• Technology: 15%
• Consumer goods, retail: 7%
• Health care, pharma, biotech: 6%
• Manufacturing: 3%
• Media, entertainment: 2%

Average months of work experience: 69

Dr. Christie St-John has more than 25 years of higher ed and admissions experience, including ten years in admissions at Dartmouth Tuck. She was formerly the director of MBA recruiting and admissions, director of international relations, and an adjunct faculty member at Vanderbilt University. Having also served on the board of directors of the MBA Career Services & Employer Alliance and the Consortium for Graduate Studies in Management, Christie has a deep knowledge of MBA and other graduate admissions. Want Christie to help you get Accepted? Click here to get in touch!

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Tuck Essay Questions & Tips

With just over a week until the Round 1 deadline, many MBA hopefuls are likely hard at work on their Tuck essay questions. The Tuck essay questions are not ones to rush through – demonstrating a nuanced understanding of the Tuck program is key to successfully selling yourself to the school.

In fact, Tuck devotes an entire page on its website to ‘ admissions criteria ’ – the four characteristics it seeks in successful applicants: smart, accomplished, aware and encouraging. ‘Smart’ and ‘accomplished’ are basically givens for any highly regarded MBA program. However, ‘aware’ and ‘encouraging’ are a bit more specific. After you have solid drafts of your essays, be sure to revisit these criteria and ask yourself (or a trusted friend) whether they come to the forefront. Make sure your letters of recommendation showcase these characteristics as well.

Tuck Essay Questions

• Tuck students can articulate how the distinctive Tuck MBA will advance their aspirations. Why are you pursuing an MBA and why Tuck? (300 words)
• Tuck students recognize how their individuality adds to the fabric of Tuck. Tell us who you are. (300 words)
• Tuck students are encouraging, collaborative, and empathetic, even when it is not convenient or easy. Describe a meaningful experience in which you exemplified one or more of these attributes. (300 words)
• Optional Essay: Please provide any additional insight or information that you have not addressed elsewhere (e.g., atypical choice of evaluators, factors affecting academic performance, unexplained job gaps or changes). Complete this question only if you feel your candidacy is not fully represented by this application. (300 words)

Note: There is a fourth required essay for reapplicants – How have you strengthened your candidacy since you last applied? Please reflect on how you have grown personally and professionally. (300 words)

Tuck Essay Tips

Thorough research about tuck should be the backbone of each essay, especially essay one.

Even more than other schools, Tuck really cares that you’ve taken the time to understand what makes its program unique and why its specific resources fit your goals. This is one school we highly, highly encourage our clients to visit for exactly this reason. If a visit isn’t feasible (on-campus events are still limited in summer / fall 2022), attend enough in-person or virtual events and do enough networking to replicate the knowledge you would have gleaned from the full-scale campus experience (class visit, lunch with students, campus tour, etc.)

Also, take the time to thoroughly reflect on why what you’ve learned matters for your specific circumstances – the way you learn, the skills you are looking to build in school, the connections you need to form. Then, thoughtfully communicate these insights in your essays. Essay one is the obvious place for this, but essay two is another good place to highlight the parts of your personality that will make you a great ‘Tuckie’.

One thing to note for this essay is that it doesn’t ask about your career goals specifically. This is likely because imbedded in the Tuck application are two short-answer questions (each with a 50-word limit) that ask you to share your short-term and long-term career goals. Since the word count is limited in essay one, we don’t recommend restating your career goals here. Instead, pick up where your short answers left off by providing more insight into the “why” behind your goals. That “why” can then shape your specific motivations for pursuing an MBA and be the foundation for your fit with Tuck.

Use Stories to Highlight a Few Distinct Characteristics in Essay Two

While essay three specifically asks you to tell a story, using stories to ‘show not tell’ who you are in essay two is also an optimal strategy. You can claim all day long that you are curious, team-oriented, adventurous, or whatever the case may be, but it’s hard to make this believable if it’s not backed up with an example that demonstrates it. Given the scant word count, selectivity is key. What are the two or three things (personality traits, elements of your background, values, etc.) that really define who you are? Filter these through Tuck’s four criteria and select the two (or even one, if robust enough) that you don’t highlight elsewhere in the application and align with your personal brand.

After using a brief story or two to demonstrate your selected quality(ies), spend a short paragraph extrapolating how these traits will play out at Tuck and why they will allow you to better the experience of your classmates.

Be Inspired by a Prior Version of Essay Three

A prior version of this essay prompt asked for a time you helped someone succeed and that’s still a good way to frame up this question in your head as you brainstorm potential stories. Once you have some options, filter them (once again) through Tuck’s criteria and, more specifically, the three attributes they’ve listed in the prompt to settle on the ideal one to use.

As you write, be sure to spend the bulk of the content describing your actions in detail. Frame up the context as briefly and simply as you can so that you can maximize the space devoted to the nuances of your approach – beyond the actions you took, drill into your thoughts, words, etc. The word count is limiting, so it will take some trial and error to get this right.

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For the first time in over a decade, Harvard Business School updated its application essay requirement for the Class of 2027. Given its pinnacle position as the world’s most coveted MBA program, the change naturally generated tremendous buzz in admissions circles. SBC consultant Yvette recently joined co-host Chandler Arnold to offer her expert insights on approaching the first of these new Harvard MBA essays. Today’s post covers the top notes of Chandler and Yvette’s in-depth conversation on B-Schooled about the first new HBS essay question . 

Before jumping in, remember there’s no “silver bullet” or one right way to answer any of these questions. A great approach for one applicant might not work for another, so you should do what feels authentic. Let’s look at the first of the new Harvard MBA essays.

Business-Minded Essay: Please reflect on how your experiences have influenced your career choices and aspirations and the impact you will have on the businesses, organizations, and communities you plan to serve. (up to 300 words)

Big picture, applicants should ensure that they develop and showcase two essential skills in their essays, says SBC consultant Yvette. The first is communication, and the second is creating compelling content. You’re articulating a thoughtful story and vision in a way that convinces the admissions team of your leadership potential. As you take stock of your journey, think about where you’ve been and where you’re going. Also, think through what you’ve learned in the process that has guided you along the way. 

Many applicants find it helpful to deconstruct the question and consider how to put it back together. For example, the first component is “experiences that influence.” The second is making connections between past career choices that tell the story of a journey. HBS admissions has explicitly said this question change allows applicants to tell more about their journey. Third, state visionary goals and connect them to that influence. And finally, consider how your goals will impact those you serve.

The Four Pillars

• Experiences that have influenced me
• Connection to career choices
• Connection to goals
• How those goals impact the people I serve

It is daunting to do all of this in 300 words or less. One way to approach it is to write a paragraph for each and then see how that flows. While the essay question doesn’t come right out and ask about your goals, it does ask you to talk about your experiences and how they have influenced your choices and aspirations. What that’s really saying is, what have you learned from these experiences? How has this altered the way you look at the world and the impact you want to have professionally? Goals are a shorthand way of saying all that.

Experiences That Have Influenced You

These are deeply personal and could be anything from formative childhood experiences to professional challenges. Consider where and how you grew up. Who impacted you? Identify experiences that changed you in a way that influenced your later decisions and choices. These experiences have the power to transform your future.

A smart tactic is to use the wording from the question in your answer. HBS asks for an experience that influenced you, so directly use that same language. For example, “My experience growing up in Texas influenced me to….”. Then, you want to tell a powerful story by going beyond that initial context.

“It’s not just the fact that you want to share,” SBC consultant Chandler explains. “It’s how that situation changed the way you thought, opened your mind, challenged conventions, or forced you to think differently.” How did you grow in that context, or how did that experience shape how you think about the world?

Avoiding Common Pitfalls In The Harvard MBA Essays

When answering this question, two common pitfalls are assuming your personal story isn’t as interesting as others or assuming your story is infinitely fascinating. “Remember, these admissions officers are reading thousands of essays and might spend 15 minutes on your entire application,” Chandler explains. “So, choose situations and stories and examples that stand out.”

“When that admissions officer is making dinner that night, you want yours to be the story they can’t stop thinking about,” he adds. You want to inspire them with your unique perspective  and experiences.

For example, many MBA applicants are applying from a consulting background. But if the first sentence of your essay is, “On my first consulting project, I felt overwhelmed,” that’s not a unique experience. There could be hundreds or even thousands of people who have felt that way.

We’re not saying that you can’t write about that experience—just that if you choose to do so, make it memorable. You might say, “Look, there are probably thousands of people talking about an overwhelming experience as a first-year consultant. But here’s why my takeaway was especially informative.” Keeping that context in mind is crucial.

Connecting Experiences To Career Choices

Once you’ve described the life experience that influenced you to believe or feel a certain way, use the second paragraph to connect it to your career choices. Yvette advises taking stock of the intentional steps in your career and realizing that some might be more informed than others.

For example, you might write, “I went into consulting because of X, and then while in consulting, I shifted into strategy because of Y.” Show how you did so intentionally because of that early life influence you described in the first paragraph. Your shift could be functional, from one role to the other. Or it could be the types of projects you cover. You may have changed companies from one that was technical, such as an engineering firm, to a broader, more business strategy-oriented consulting role.

“It could even be a shift in your approach,” says Chandler. “Maybe you stayed at the same company, in the same industry, in the same role, but you approach that work differently now. There’s that journey element of how your thinking evolved and how you grew as a person.”

Share The Vision Behind The Goals

Your next task for paragraph three is articulating your future goals. “It’s important to share the vision behind those goals,” Yvette explains. “It might be to be a partner at a consulting firm or to start your own company. But there is usually a vision behind that of something you want to change or impact. It’s important to inject that into the essay because that allows you to connect it to that early influence.”

Not everyone’s goals must be altruistic, of course. Founding a non-profit isn’t the only way to convey that you want to do good. Instead of trying to see everything through a non-profit lens, recognize that every business can positively or negatively impact customers, employees, communities, or the environment.

Also, unlike many other business schools, Harvard doesn’t ask a “Why HBS?” essay. They know why MBA hopefuls are targeting this prestigious program.  “Harvard doesn’t need you to tell it how amazing it is,” Yvette says. “Harvard wants to hear about your experiences, learning, growth, goals, or what you will bring to the HBS experience. But they don’t need to be reminded how amazing their professors are.”

Impact On Others

Paragraph four is where you focus on your impact on others. “When you think about impact, you want to picture yourself as the middle cog to a lot of different stakeholders around you,” Yvette explains. Those could be employees, investors, the environment, customers, or the world at large.

Consider a couple of stakeholders and describe the concrete impact you’ll have on them because you plan to lead differently or your organization has goals beyond the bottom line.

Notice the wording in this essay. HBS is asking about those you serve —not lead. They’re asking you to see yourself as a leader who impacts people around you by your choices in how you lead. We’re all passionate about impact, but give it your own flavor.

Be specific and describe the vehicle as well as the impact. So, if the impact is to have cleaner oceans, what methods will you use to deliver on that? What solutions will you try and test while you’re in the MBA and networking with all those other outstanding professionals?

Draft And Edit, On Repeat

As we wrap up this overview, we know that applicants everywhere are asking, “How in the world do we do all of that in 300 words?!” While the result needs to meet that word count, realize that your initial drafts of this essay might be 900-1,000 words. You’ll explore many ideas as you jot down everything you want to say. Then you iterate, iterate, iterate. You work on narrowing your focus and making the narrative tighter until you have a cohesive essay response.

In conclusion, tackling the new Harvard MBA essays requires thoughtful reflection, strategic storytelling, and careful editing. You can create a compelling narrative that resonates with the admissions team by highlighting your unique experiences, intentional career choices, visionary goals, and the broader impact you aim to have. Authenticity is critical—showcase your true self and how you plan to lead and serve others. 

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Dean’s Fellows will receive financial support, networking opportunities with alumni and key administrators, exclusive mentorship from MBA faculty, and a unique master class.  “The early action deadline is for those who are confident that Georgetown is the right fit for their academic and personal goals,” said Sudipta Dasmohapatra, senior associate dean of MBA programs at Georgetown McDonough. “We are pleased to offer the Dean’s Fellowship to recognize this commitment to our community and support them financially, professionally, and personally as they arrive on the Hilltop.” This year’s written essays include three topics: focusing on fostering a diverse community; the Jesuit value of cura personalis , or care of the whole person; and the legacy one hopes to achieve on the Hilltop. As with previous years, students only choose one essay to submit with their application materials.  Looking beyond professional and academic achievements, applicants also have an opportunity to submit a video essay to highlight their interests outside of work. Prospective students are asked to share what has recently brought them joy outside of work in one minute or less, whether it be a new hobby, a fun adventure, or a simple pleasure. 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