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Military Community at McCombs

McCombs recognizes the value military veterans bring to our campus. Our community is one of support, collaboration, and dedication to prepare you for career success, which is why the Texas MBA is consistently a top-ranked program for military MBAs.

Transitioning from military life to civilian life can be challenging. An MBA degree can be a great resource for veterans to enhance their business skills and transition into a civilian role in the business community.

We Invite You to Learn More at the Texas MBA Military Forum!

The Texas MBA Military Forum offers future military MBAs the opportunity to meet many of the former military members currently enrolled in the Texas MBA Program, meet our top-rated faculty, and network with Texas MBA military alumni. Through this event, you’ll learn how to successfully transition from your military career to a top MBA program, as well as discover all of the resources available to you at The University of Texas at Austin.

Registration for this event has passed. Our next Military Forum will be in the fall of 2018.

The McCombs School of Business and The University of Texas at Austin offer many resources to aid in the transition into civilian life and returning to school full-time to earn your MBA. See below for some of resources available to vets enrolled at McCombs.

The Ins & Outs of the Executive MBA Test Waiver

October 5, 2017 / Texas McCombs MBA / Comments Off

From Director of Texas Executive MBA Admissions, Sharon Barrett:

Hands down, this is the most common question I get from Executive MBA candidates:

“How does the test waiver work and do I qualify?”

So here’s the lowdown– First and foremost, the Executive MBA is the only Texas MBA program that accepts applicants’ petitions to waive the GMAT or GRE exam requirement. (Key words being “applicant” and “petition.”) And everyone’s case is different, so there’s no recipe to follow, no checklist, and no guarantee that if you do certain things, you’ll get a waiver.

The MBA Admissions committee views each applicants’ petition in the context of their entire application, and renders a decision on the application versus a separate decision on just the waiver.

Here are the areas of consideration when reviewing an application with a petition for a test waiver:

The Non-Traditional MBA Candidate

July 18, 2017 / Texas McCombs MBA / Comments Off

The following was written by Samantha Frapart, Texas McCombs MBA ’17.

I thought I couldn’t get into business school. With my double-major in English and Ecology, five years in non-profits, and my natural aversion to words like “Nasdaq” and “synergy,” how could I convince admissions teams that I belonged in their MBA programs? Well, after graduating from McCombs in May of 2017, I’m here to happily debunk one of the greatest myths of business school: The non-traditional candidate.

Contrary to popular belief, business programs aren’t looking for human calculators. They are looking for students eager to foster strong teams, willing to negotiate & compromise, and ready to share diverse perspectives. In management classes, I was able to add a unique viewpoint to discussions on anything from government regulations to corporate social responsibility. Though I looked to my study-team for help with my finance homework, I was able to offer equally important business lessons like proper brief-structure and design thinking.

We all have something to offer, it’s just a matter of figuring out what that is and letting it shine through.

Though I assure you “non-traditional” is a thing of the past, I know this process can feel daunting. So with the Texas Full-Time MBA application opening soon, I’d like to share some helpful tips from my experience (before and during business school) in hopes that it might ease your worries and prepare you for the fantastic two years ahead.

Landing Your Dream Job with Texas MBA Career Management

June 30, 2017 / Texas McCombs MBA / Comments Off

A big part of your MBA journey begins after you graduate– You’ll move up in your industry, transition into a different industry, or leverage your strong McCombs network to establish your own business ventures.

At the Texas MBA Program, our Career Management & Employment Services teams are devoted to making sure that no matter where your career takes you next, you”ll be successful.

Your Texas MBA degree starts paying dividends immediately. In 2015, Forbes named us the 3rd-highest return on investment (ROI) among all public MBA programs in the U.S.

Essay Writing Tips from Texas Full-Time MBA Admissions

June 27, 2017 / Texas McCombs MBA / Comments Off

The below is from Stacey Kammerdiener, Senior Texas Full-Time MBA Admissions Officer

As you think about how to approach the essays in your Texas Full-Time MBA application, your best shot at successfully answering the essay prompts is to approach them thoughtfully. The purpose of these essays is to understand why you want to attend McCombs and to learn more about you professionally and personally. While it may be tempting, do us (and yourself) a favor and avoid the snooze-fest/shock-factor extremes. Instead, approach your essays genuinely and with reflection. Armed with a few insider tips from the Admissions Committee below, you will be well on your way to submitting a strong application.

Register Now: Texas Full-Time MBA Program Summer & Fall Events!

June 12, 2017 / Texas McCombs MBA / Comments Off

It’s almost time for the 2017-2018 application season! Where’s the best place to start if you plan to apply? Meet the Texas Full-Time MBA Program at one of our many events this summer and fall to learn more and ask any questions you may have.

Whether you’re looking to visit us on campus in Austin, or meet up with us in a city near you, there are plenty of opportunities for you to learn about the value proposition of an MBA, what it’s like to be a Texas MBA student, life in Austin, and how you can put together your best application. Register Now!

The 2017 Tour Event Season

Our admissions staff and alumni will be traveling around the globe for the next several months to meet you and answer your questions. Visit our tour events page for event details and registration information. Events will be confirmed and added throughout the season, so be sure to check back periodically.

Visit Us on Campus in Austin.

Join us for an info session on campus in Austin to take an in-depth look into what sets the Texas Full-Time MBA Program apart from the competition. Information sessions are your opportunity to hear a program overview, visit our campus, and ask any questions you may have about the application process.

Register for a Texas MBA Coffee Chat in Your City!

Our students will be across the United States this summer for amazing internship opportunities. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to meet a student for coffee in your city and learn firsthand what sets our program apart from the rest. These informal meetings will be taking place in a variety of cities so students can directly address your questions.

We encourage you to stay in touch and we look forward to meeting you. If you have any questions, please send us an email. See you soon!

You’re Invited to Meet the Texas Evening MBA This Summer

June 1, 2017 / Texas McCombs MBA / Comments Off

Join us for a Texas Evening MBA Program event this summer! Information sessions and special Ice Cream Connect events are happening in June and July. This is your opportunity to meet current students & admissions staff, and get answers to all your questions about the application process.

Texas Evening MBA Ice Cream Connects

Network with current MBA students & staff, plus enjoy a cool treat at an Ice Cream Connect! We will be hosting these events in June and July at the McCombs School of Business to give you the opportunity to meet us and attend an optional class visit with students to experience the program firsthand. Hold your spot! Register now:

Texas Evening MBA Lunch Info Session in North Austin

Join our Director of Working Professional Admissions and current students for lunch at The Dogwood in Austin to learn about the Texas Evening MBA program in a small, informal setting. Space is very limited so register now:

Texas Evening & Executive MBA Info Session

Looking fora broad overview of our program? Learn basic details about the Texas Evening MBA and Texas Executive MBA programs at our Information Session on June 28th. Find out which program is right for you and your goals and meet admissions staff.

We encourage you to check our website for a list of all admissions events coming up throughout the summer.

We look forward to meeting you soon!

Applying Late Cycle to the Texas Executive, Dallas/Fort Worth, or Houston MBA Programs

May 25, 2017 / Texas McCombs MBA / Comments Off

As we’ve stated before, the best time to apply to the Texas MBA Program is when you’re ready and can put forth your best MBA application. If you find yourself ready to apply to our Texas Executive, Dallas/Fort Worth or Houston programs now, in late spring, but think you must wait until the next year’s application cycle, you may be happy to know that these programs currently have a Rolling Deadline and are still accepting applications for the fall 2017 start date. We encourage you to consider this option.

What does “Rolling Deadline” mean?

Meet McCombs on Social Media

April 27, 2017 / Texas McCombs MBA / Comments Off

The easiest way to keep up with Texas MBA news, admissions updates, and student life is to follow the The Texas MBA Program on social media. Our students and staff are posting pics, stats, and info daily to make sure our future MBAs stay updated on all the reasons #WhyMcCombs!

Check out what we’ve been up to this spring…

Applying to the Final Round of the Texas MBA Admissions Cycle

April 11, 2017 / Texas McCombs MBA / Comments Off

From Texas MBA Working Professional & Executive Program Admissions:

There’s an ice-breaker game often played at events called “Two Truths and a Lie,” where you make three statements about yourself, and others try to guess which statement is false. We’ll modify that slightly here and call it “Two Truths and a Myth.”

See if you can spot the myth about applying to a Texas MBA Working Professional or Executive (WPE) Program:

The Texas MBA is seeking the most qualified candidates for its WPE programs in Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston and Austin.
We consider a candidate’s academic performance, work experience and overall motivation in reviewing an application.
Candidates must apply early in the process to have a chance at being considered.