The Texas McCombs Admissions Connection

The Texas McCombs Admissions Connection is designed to add a human component to the application process and is the perfect way to wrap up your Texas McCombs MBA application journey.  

What is an Admissions Connection?  

 The Admissions Connection is a live, virtual get-to-know-you session that serves as an opportunity for our applicants to engage directly with a Full-Time MBA Admissions Ambassador. While not required, registering for and attending an Admissions Connection session is highly encouraged.   

These sessions are NOT your traditional admissions interview.  MBA applicants will have 15 minutes with a student member of the McCombs Ambassador Committee (MAC) to ask questions about the program/student experience, discuss information about their candidacy that is not addressed elsewhere, and align on the next steps in the application process.  

Admissions Connections will become available roughly one-week post-round deadline. Once available, applicants will be able to choose a host based on shared interests whenever they register for a slot.  

How should I prepare for the Admissions Connection? 

The Admissions Connection session is virtual, on Zoom, and will kick off with a very brief mutual introduction between the applicant and the Admissions Ambassador. You will know who your host is ahead of time and will be provided with their LinkedIn page.  

Tip: Keep your introduction to 1-3 minutes only. Remember the ambassador will not have access to your resume; we recommend mixing a bit of personal and professional in your introduction.  

After the introduction, the applicant will drive the conversation with the Admissions Ambassador.  

Tip: Because the session will last approximately 15 minutes, we recommend applicants  come prepared with 3–5 questions about the MBA program and/or next steps in the application process.  

Here is a list of topics to consider during the Admissions Connection: 

• Discuss any aspect of your candidacy that has not already been covered in other application components.   
• Get to know your host and their experience at Texas McCombs. Ask them questions about their MBA journey and the McCombs community. 
• Ask for tips and advice on how to best navigate and spend the time between the admission decision and program kick-off. 

The Admissions Ambassador will wrap up the session by asking you for feedback on your Full-Time MBA admissions experience and covering key dates to remember as you conclude the application process. 

Does the Admissions Connection impact the admission decision? 

 There is no evaluative component to this session, although your Admissions Ambassador will be able to pass along any information you share to the admissions committee.

Tip: Remember that every interaction you have with a member of the Texas McCombs community is an opportunity to make a positive impression about who you are and your MBA candidacy.  From speaking to our receptionist at the MBA Program Office, to meeting an Admissions Officer on the road, all members of our community have an opportunity to provide informal feedback on MBA applicants, so make every connection count.

Is my admission decision impacted by not having an Admissions Connection?  

The Admissions Connection is optional and applicants will not be penalized if they decide to not take advantage of it. Keep in mind, however, attending a session helps show the committee that you have a genuine interest in getting to know the Texas McCombs MBA program.