Essays

1. Professional Aspirations (750 word maximum, double-spaced, 12-point font): Think about the decisions you have made in your life. Answer the following:
   • What choices have you made that led you to your current position?
   • Why pursue an MBA at this point in your life?
   • What is your career goal upon graduation from NYU Stern? What is your long-term career goal?
2. Fit with Stern: The NYU Stern collaborative community is one of our strongest assets. We seek individuals who are passionate about our community and committed to growing as leaders at Stern. Please answer the following questions:
   • What is your personal experience with the Stern community? What actions have you taken to learn more about us?
   • What is the most difficult piece of constructive feedback you have received, and what did you do as a result of it?
   • How will this experience make you a better member of the Stern community?
3. Personal Expression: Please describe yourself to your MBA classmates. You may use almost any method to convey your message (e.g. words, illustrations). Feel free to be creative.

Optional Essay
Please provide any additional information that you would like to bring to the attention of the Admissions Committee. This may include current or past gaps in employment, further explanation of your undergraduate record or self-reported academic transcript(s), plans to retake the GMAT and/or TOEFL or any other relevant information.

• If you are unable to submit a recommendation from a current supervisor, you must explain your reason in Essay 4.
• If you are a re-applicant from last year, please explain how your candidacy has improved since your last application.
• If you are applying to a dual degree program, please explain your decision to pursue a dual degree.

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Source: NYU Stern MBA Application