UCLA Anderson Class of 2025 Essay Analysis

UCLA Anderson has released its 2022-23 application, with the introduction of a new essay question.
Essay 1: Tell us about a recent personal or professional achievement and how it connects to your MBA goals. (250 words maximum)
Optional question: Are there any extenuating circumstances in your profile about which the Admissions committee should be aware? (250 words maximum)
2022/23 essay question analysis
Essay 1
That gives you a chance to expand on one of your core achievements, ideally something on your resume. 250 words will go quickly, so suggest focusing on an accomplishment that doesn't require too much context to explain. For instance, did you earn a promotion during a period of company cutbacks? Advocate for a budget increase when others were being cut? The best answers here will build upon a positive achievement and tie to your stated MBA goals!
Optional essay
As with other schools, the optional question is available for you to explain any additional information that you may not have had the space to clarify in other parts of your application.
2022/23 deadlines
Round 1: Application deadline: October 5, 2022, Decision date: December 14, 2022
Round 2: Application deadline: January 4, 2023, Decision date: March 22, 2023
Round 3: Application deadline: April 12, 2023, Decision date: May 17, 2023
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The online application will be available August 1st.
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