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Ready to Elevate Your Career? MBA Application Now Open

Full-Time, Working Professional & Executive MBA Candidates

Calling all aspiring business changemakers! McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin is thrilled to announce the MBA application for Full-Time, Evening, and Executive programs in Austin, as well as the Weekend MBA at Dallas/Fort Worth and Weekend MBA at Houston, is now open for Fall 2024 entry. With a tradition of excellence in business education and a commitment to fostering innovative leaders, Texas McCombs provides a transformative learning experience that prepares students for success in the ever-evolving global landscape.  

Application Components 

As part of the Texas McCombs MBA admissions process, all applicants are required to complete all application components. The Admissions Committee aims to holistically assess candidates’ academic, professional, and personal achievements. Our objective is to determine if you are a good fit for Texas McCombs and ensure we are the right school for you and your goals. There are no fixed criteria or weighted portions of the application.  

Unless otherwise noted in the respective MBA program sections below, the following application components are required this cycle:  

Test Scores: Standardized test scores are a part of the application. All programs accept test scores from GMAT, GMAT Focus, GRE, and Executive Assessment, unless applicants qualify for a waiver.  More on the test waiver petition later.

English Proficiency Test: International students must submit an English proficiency test score (TOEFL, IELTS) unless they qualify for a waiver.

Academic Transcripts: Applicants must upload official undergraduate and graduate transcripts (if applicable) from all colleges and universities attended. These transcripts provide insights into the applicant’s academic background and achievements.

Resume: Applicants are asked to provide a detailed resume or CV highlighting their work experience, educational background, and extracurricular activities.

One Professional Recommendation: A letter of recommendation is required, preferably from individuals who can attest to the applicant’s professional capabilities and potential for success in the MBA program.

Video Assessment: Applicants will participate in a video assessment, providing a unique opportunity for them to showcase their communication skills, personality, and passion for business. 

Application Cover Letter: The application cover letter is a critical means of learning who you are as an applicant and assessing your communication and writing skills.

Additional Full-Time MBA Application Components 

Optional Peer Interview: All MBA applicants may close out their application process and complete a short, optional virtual interview, allowing them to connect with Full-Time MBA students. 

Additional Working Professional & Executive MBA Application Components 

MBA Admissions Interview: Every Working Professional & Executive MBA candidate will complete an interview with a member of the admissions committee. The interview format is behavioral-based.  

Application Deadlines  

Texas McCombs offers multiple application deadline rounds to accommodate applicants’ varying schedules and to ensure they have ample time to submit their best applications. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM Central Time on the deadline date for each round. All MBA programs enroll annually every August. 

For the Full-Time MBA program, the deadlines for the upcoming year are as follows: 

Round 1: October 10, 2023
Round 2: January 5, 2024
Round 3: March 26, 2024*
Round 4: May 9, 2024

*Final deadline for international applicants

 

Applications for the Working Professional MBA program, including the Evening MBA in Austin and Weekend MBA at Dallas/Fort Worth and Weekend MBA at Houston, are accepted in four rounds.

Round 1: October 10, 2023
Round 2: January 23, 2024
Round 3: March 26, 2024
Round 4: May 28, 2024

 

Applications for the Executive MBA are accepted in three rounds. 

Round 1: October 10, 2023
Round 2: February 13, 2024
Round 3: May 28, 2024

Test Requirements and Waivers  

To provide MBA candidates with additional flexibility, applicants have more options than ever before when considering how to complete the standardized test requirement in their application. All applicants are required to submit a GMAT, GMAT Focus, GRE, or Executive Assessment (EA) score. We will waive the testing requirement if: 

  • Expired (taken 5+ years ago) GMAT, GRE, or EA score is submitted 
  • General Test Waiver (merit-based) is approved 

Standardized exams like the GRE, GMAT, GMAT Focus, and EA help us to evaluate a candidate’s academic preparedness for the rigor of business school and is also one metric used to compare candidates within a large pool of applicants. However, there are some scenarios where a candidate’s application might shine without the standardized test. Learn more about the criteria required to apply for a general test waiver. 

Once the GMAT Focus is launched in late fall, Texas McCombs will accept both the current GMAT test type and the new GMAT Focus test type.  


Full-Time MBA 

The Full-Time MBA program at Texas McCombs is designed for individuals seeking an immersive and transformative business education experience. With a rigorous curriculum, a unique and talented cohort, and unparalleled networking opportunities, the Full-Time MBA program prepares graduates to excel in their careers and make a significant impact in the business world.  

Looking for more detail on the Full-Time MBA Application Components? Click here to access a curated list of blogs on this topic.  

Working Professional MBA 

The Working Professional MBA program is tailored for ambitious professionals who wish to pursue an MBA while continuing to work. Offered in the evenings in Austin or on alternating weekends in Dallas/Fort Worth or Houston, this program allows students to balance their professional and academic commitments effectively. With a focus on flexibility and practical learning, the Working Professional MBA program empowers students to enhance their leadership skills and advance their careers without interrupting their work schedules. 

Looking for more detail on the Working Professional & Executive MBA Application Components? Click here to access a curated list of blogs on this topic.

Executive MBA 

The Executive MBA program is designed for seasoned professionals with extensive leadership experience. Through a blend of dynamic classroom sessions and experiential learning opportunities, the program equips executives with the knowledge and insights necessary to address complex business challenges confidently. The Executive MBA program also fosters a strong sense of camaraderie among participants, creating a valuable network of high-impact business leaders. 

Looking for more detail on the Working Professional & Executive MBA Application Components? Click here to access a curated list of blogs on this topic.  

Our Commitment to You 

Our goal is for these application components to exemplify our commitment to a human-centered, future-focused approach. We deeply value each candidate’s individual journey and recognize the potential they bring to our program.  

Ready to join the ranks of successful Texas McCombs MBA alumni and take the next step in your career? Join us as we shape a class of talented individuals with different perspectives, pioneering a path toward a brighter and more impactful future in business education. The application is now open, and we look forward to reviewing your submission. 


If you have any questions during the application process, we’re here to help. Please visit our website for details on applying to each program and follow us on Instagram for an inside look into the Texas McCombs MBA. 

Good luck and Hook ’em!

A Message to Our Texas McCombs MBA Graduates

Congratulations on reaching this incredible milestone in your lives! As you prepare to receive your diplomas and move on to the next chapter of your careers, take a moment to reflect on all that you have accomplished and learned during your time at Texas McCombs.

You have worked tirelessly to develop your skills, expand your knowledge, and build relationships that will last a lifetime. You have faced challenges and overcome obstacles, demonstrating your resilience, perseverance, and dedication to your goals. And finally, you have made an indelible mark on the Texas McCombs community, leaving a legacy that will inspire future generations of MBA students.

As you step out into the world as an alumnus, know that you carry the values and traditions that make Texas McCombs so special. You are part of a proud and accomplished network of leaders and innovators who are making a difference in every industry and city around the globe.

American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and businessman John Paul DeJoria, will address Class of 2023 graduates at the McCombs School of Business MBA Convocation, on May 5, 3:00–5:00 p.m. at Gregory Gym on the University of Texas at Austin campus.

Photo of John Paul DeJoria holding up a peace sign.John Paul DeJoria is widely recognized for co-founding two iconic global multi-billion-dollar-valued brands: John Paul Mitchell Systems and Patron Spirits International.

Born in Los Angeles in 1944, DeJoria grew up in a low-income household and faced numerous challenges throughout his childhood and adolescence. He is admired for his innovative and socially responsible approach to business and has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and the environment.

In 2011, Mr. DeJoria signed the “Giving Pledge” created in 2010 by Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffet. John Paul’s main philanthropic investments through JP’s Peace, Love & Happiness Foundation are focused on homelessness, food insecurity, and entrepreneurship. Mr. DeJoria endowed a chair at the University of Texas at Austin’s Dell Medical School to improve the health of people experiencing homelessness. In addition, he has made investments in housing through Mobile Loves & Fishes and the Salvation Army. He funded and created Grow Appalachia, the largest organization of its kind that helps people grow their own food and contribute to resilient food systems.

John Paul was inducted into the Texas Business Hall of Fame in 2021 for his transformational impact on the state’s economy and communities and received the Texas Medal of Arts in 2017 from the Texas Cultural Trust as Corporate Arts Patron. John Paul DeJoria’s life and career are a testament to the power of hard work, perseverance, and the entrepreneurial spirit that Texas McCombs hopes to ignite in each of our students.

If you or your family can’t make it to Gregory Gym, tune into the MBA Commencement live stream, or join us at Rowling Hall to celebrate.

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Once again, congratulations on your graduation from the Texas McCombs MBA program. May this achievement be just the beginning of a long and fulfilling journey, filled with success, happiness, and endless possibilities.

Hook ’em! 🤘🎓

Why It’s OK (and sometimes
better) to Submit Your MBA Application in the Final Round

This MBA Insider content comes from Christie Jenkins, Senior Recruiting and Admissions Officer for the Evening MBA Program.


Let’s start with a game of two truths and a lie! Can you spot the lie among the statements below?

  • Texas McCombs is always seeking the most qualified candidates for its MBA programs.
  • The Admissions Committee reviews applications holistically, considering a candidate’s academic performance, work experience, program fit, and a variety of other hard and soft skills.
  • Candidates must apply early to have the best chance at admission.

The first two statements are true. We are looking for the best people we can find, and we review a candidate’s academic profile, work history, and how a Texas McCombs MBA can help them achieve their goals.

The last statement is a myth – and it’s one of the most common misconceptions about applying to our MBA programs.

We are not simply trying to fill the next incoming class as soon as possible; we want to ensure that we have the strongest and most dynamic class we can get. Therefore, we have the same rigorous admissions standards regardless of when you apply. Often, some of our best students apply in the final round!

Depending on the format of the MBA program you are pursuing, either as a Full-Time student or in our Working Professional or Executive MBA programs, your preparation process will likely differ.

Full-Time MBA applicants are choosing to leave the workforce for two years and often relocate to a new city. These steps require advanced planning, and usually, applicants have been working towards them for months. However, there are a variety of valid reasons an applicant may wait until the final round to apply to a Full-Time MBA program. Perhaps there have been unexpected changes to your work or living situation, and suddenly, now would be the ideal time to make a move. Or, you just wrapped up a big project, and you can finally focus on submitting a top-notch application. Or maybe, you’ve only recently come to the realization that pursuing an MBA is the best next step forward to reach your goals.

Working Professional and Executive MBA candidates, who are planning to earn their MBA while continuing to work full-time, typically have a different set of considerations. Of course, you will still notify your employer of your intent to start an MBA, but you can tell them a bit later in the application process. Those conversations will center on your growth plan with your company and if they can offer schedule flexibility or financial sponsorship. You’ll also want to gain support from friends and family, and set expectations with them on how you will manage your time with your new priorities. Because Working Professional and Executive MBA students can continue working and living in the same area, they tend to apply later.

Often, it’s not clear that the time is right to pursue your MBA until later in the application cycle, and candidates don’t want to wait a year before getting started. Sometimes an application can be even stronger when you wait to submit until after you’ve landed a promotion, closed that latest deal, or had more time to prepare. The Admissions Committee recognizes this dynamic. When you’re ready to apply, we’re ready for you.

Bottom line: The best time to submit your application is when you feel ready to do so and you’re confident it will be the best representation of you and your potential in the program.

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Ready to get started on your MBA journey? Visit Texas McCombs MBA to learn more about our programs, application components, deadlines, and upcoming events, or take a peek into student life on Instagram. Please reach out to the MBA Admissions Team with any questions.

Student Spotlight: Veronica Mabry, Weekend MBA ’23

Written by Elain Yao.

veronica mabry headshotVeronica Mabry is a first-generation college student in the Texas McCombs Weekend MBA at Dallas/Fort Worth program who is balancing the demands of school, work, and family life. Despite the many challenges of juggling a full-time job, parenting, and pursuing a graduate degree, Veronica has always had a strong desire to pursue an MBA. With a lifelong passion for academics and an undergraduate degree in communications, Veronica saw an MBA as a way to broaden her understanding of business.

“I really saw the value of being able to evaluate how business decisions are made. Every job function I have sat in, I can look at through a different lens, like, is this commercial viable? Is this going to maximize value? Now I can justify any decision I make because I have such a strong foundation under me with this MBA.”

Veronica did not follow the traditional path of completing her undergraduate degree, working professionally for two to three years, and then pursuing an MBA. Instead, she decided to continue her education after a decade of working and starting a family. Veronica was drawn to the Weekend MBA in Dallas for its convenience, reputation, and opportunities it would provide for her future career. As a full-time working parent, she appreciated the program’s flexibility, which allowed her to balance her studies with her other responsibilities.

“I started looking at working professional, evening, and part-time programs. I still wanted the respectability of a ranked MBA program and a name like McCombs because of the recruiting, network, and alumni that are so valuable.”

Veronica smiles with her son and partner.  

Veronica spends her busy weekdays helping her son get ready for school, working 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, going to the gym, dedicating time to her husband and son after work, and studying late in the evenings. She attends classes on Friday evenings and Saturdays, while her husband takes on solo parenting duties, and devotes Sundays to spending quality time with her family. Despite the long hours and packed schedule, Veronica sees the Dallas/Fort Worth weekend program as a way to further her education and advance her career without sacrificing her other commitments.

“I knew I wanted to attend grad school, but the clarity of it being an MBA came recently and I am so glad that I chose McCombs because I can’t imagine going through a different program.”

In pursuit of an MBA, Veronica has faced her fair share of internal and external challenges. Internally, she has struggled with the unknowns of day-to-day life as a working parent, including the potential for illness or unexpected family needs. Externally, she has encountered challenges with how she is perceived by her classmates, particularly as one of the few women in the program with children. She has sometimes felt isolated as “the mom of the group”. 

Veronica and her son take a selfie

“We have great parents in this program, but I do think it’s harder for mothers because we are the primary caretakers. It’s hard to engage and socialize in the same way as everyone else and that’s a hard reality.”

Nonetheless, Veronica has made great friends in the program and found support through Texas McCombs’ Graduate Women in Business organization, claiming that clubs and organizations were the softer components “that really made me feel like at the end of the day, when I had multiple offers in front of me, that Texas McCombs was the right decision.”

Veronica and other MBA students take a photo outside of the colosseum in Rome, Italy.

Veronica and other Texas McCombs MBA students outside of the colosseum in Rome, Italy on a McCombs+ Global Connections Trip.

Ultimately, Veronica has learned that pursuing her dreams and ambitions while also being a parent is possible. She encourages other women considering an MBA program to go in with clear expectations, understand their resources and support system, and not let the guilt of pursuing their own goals hold them back. As she puts it, “investing in yourself is never the wrong choice.”

Texas McCombs MBA students take a photo in rome, italy.

Texas McCombs MBA students in Italy on their McCombs+ Global Connections trip.

“I think as women it takes an extra level of care to get rid of the self-doubt or guilt about our decisions. Identifying your people is so important. And I’m not just talking about the people who are going to help with your children. I’m talking about mentors and friends who are going to remind you of the long-term vision, the ones who are able to say, ‘I see that you are stressed, and yes this is really chaotic right now, but here’s the bigger picture.’ It’s so important to have those people who can help you zoom out a little bit.

At the end of the day, it’s less about what path you choose or when, it’s what you make out of those life experiences that matters.”

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Redesigned Weekend MBA
Experience in Dallas and Houston Launching Fall 2023

News Provided By Texas McCombs

We are excited to share news that the Weekend MBA programs in Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston, ranked No. 1 in Texas and No. 8 in the country (U.S. News & World Report), have been redesigned to meet the needs of today’s rapidly evolving workplace. The program redesign will allow incoming students to tailor their degree with new elective offerings and more networking opportunities, while still experiencing all the hallmarks of the top-ranked Texas McCombs MBA. You can learn more about the updates below, which will take effect for Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston students starting the program in August 2023.

Joe Stephens, Senior Assistant Dean and Director of Working Professional and Executive MBA Programs shares more detail on the Weekend MBA program updates. 

Tailor Your Degree with New Electives

Students in the Weekend MBA programs in Dallas/Fort Worth or Houston experience a comprehensive cohort-based curriculum designed to enhance their understanding of core business principles. The new curriculum will add five electives to the students’ second year, including two flexible electives and three general electives, allowing them to dive deeper in areas of interest.

  • Program updates include more credit hours dedicated to technology, leadership, and global acumen. Students can expect to see electives that address emerging trends in technology, marketing, finance, business and society, and corporate social responsibility.
  • Students will enjoy two flexible electives and three general electives. Flexible electives will satisfy the program’s technology and global management requirements. Students can select their general electives from a curated list of topics provided by the department.
  • Elective offerings will be delivered during the Summer, Fall 2, and Spring 2 semesters in Austin or in market in Dallas/Fort Worth or Houston.

Additional detail about the Weekend MBA degree plan and coursework is available here.

More Opportunities to Network and Build Your MBA Community

In addition to the curriculum updates, students will also experience an additional intensive in Austin, which provides more opportunity for Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston students to come together for academic classes, team building, career management sessions, and experiential learning workshops.

“We want our working professional students to experience the program, the school, and the campus in a holistic and physical sense, no matter where they live,” said Joe Stephens, Senior Assistant Dean and Director of Working Professional & Executive MBA Programs. “While maintaining a broad core curriculum for optimal business agility and leadership, we wanted to give our students the opportunity to dive a little deeper into areas of interest for them.  We understand they have competing priorities and our specially designed programs for fully employed professionals give them the opportunity to not only grow cognitively, but also expand their network, and do both deeply.”

 Among the great things staying the same include our world-class, Austin-based Texas McCombs faculty, business foundations through the core curriculum and capstone, McCombs+ Experiential Learning and Leadership Fellows, award-winning career management support for life, and Austin Intensives – all of which will still be delivered in our 21-month, alternating weekends format for the Weekend MBA programs in Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston.

More information about class meetings and important dates is available here.

Learn More

Sign up to receive Weekend MBA news here, and register for an admissions event at our Dallas/Fort Worth or Houston campus to meet program staff, current students, and alumni.

Applications for the Weekend MBA at Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston are open, and the final deadline to apply is May 30, 2023.

Learn more on our website and contact us with any questions.

Questions about Weekend MBA at Dallas/Fort Worth? Contact: TexasMBADFW@mccombs.utexas.edu

Questions about the Weekend MBA at Houston?  Contact: TexasMBAHouston@mccombs.utexas.edu

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