About UT Austin McCombs
McCombs’ full-time MBA class is made up of less than 250 students on average, making it one of the smaller top-20 MBA programs. With more than 20 concentrations offered, 14 are STEM certified. Entrepreneurship, management consulting, clean tech, innovation leadership, and supply chain & operations management rank in the top five chosen by MBA students.
Students can choose from a dozen degree options offered at UT Austin, including communications, global policy, and public affairs, among others. The school boasts nearly 50 student-led organizations, spanning a range of professional, social and affinity groups.
McCombs leverages its location in Austin, the 11th largest city in the United States, as a city increasingly known for being a technology center, emphasizing learning opportunities in technology and entrepreneurship. Austin is also routinely ranked among the best cities in the US for business, education and the arts.
Strengths and Specializations
Accounting, information systems, technology, entrepreneurship
Graduating Class of 2026
Number of Applicants: 1889 (in 2023)
MBA Class Size: 255
Avg. Age: 29
Avg. Work Experience: 5.9 years
Avg. GPA: 3.48
Avg. GMAT: 704
International Students: 29%
Female Students: 33%
Tuition: $59,684/year
Post-MBA Careers (class of 2023)
Career Sectors: Consulting 43%; Financial Services 16%; Tech 15%; CGP 6%; Starting Own Business 5%
Top Recruiters: Dell Technologies, EY Parthenon, Deloitte Consulting, Bain, BCG, PwC + Strategy&
Avg. Base Salary: $157,735; Salary Increase: 118% (source: FT Rankings 2024)
Employment offered within 3 months of graduation: 89.1%
UT Austin McCombs Rankings
Admissions
Deadlines for 2024-2025:
Round 1: October 15, 2024
Round 2: January 15, 2025
Round 3: April 1, 2025
Round 4: May 15, 2025
Essays:
ALL NEW prompts for 2024-2025
Essay 1) At Texas McCombs, we do things a little differently. We embrace those who take the initiative and forge new paths. What ambitious goal or change do you aim to achieve with an MBA, and why is Texas McCombs your ideal launch pad? (250 word limit)
Essay 2) Here, you are what’s next. At this pivotal crossroads where you’re deciding your future path, the Texas McCombs MBA experience will equip you with the tools and mindset to make “what’s next” happen in your career. Please share unique qualities you possess that highlight your potential to shake up the status quo in your professional life. (250 word limit)
Essay 3) The University of Texas at Austin’s motto, “What starts here changes the world,” embodies a spirit of impact and transformation. What fuels your drive to lead change and make your mark in the world? (250 word limit)
Optional Statement) Please explain any gaps in work experience, choice of recommender, and/or academic performance issues that may help the admission committee in reviewing your application. (Limit: 250 words)
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