Yale and Ross published updated deadlines and essay questions for their MBA programs that start in 2018:

Ross

Deadlines:

Round 1 – October 2, 2017
Round 2 – January 2, 2018
Round 3 – March 19, 2018

Essays:

Part 1: Short Answer Questions

Select one prompt from each group. Respond to your selected prompts using 100 words or fewer (

Group 1

I want people to know that I: I turned an idea into action when I: I made a difference when I:

Group 2

I showed my resilience when I: I was humbled when: I am out of my comfort zone when:

Group 3

I was aware that I am different when: I find it challenging when people: A valuable thing I have taught someone is:

Part 2: Essay

Please share your short-term and long-term career goals. What skills/strengths do you have that will be relevant to your career goals? How will Ross prepare you for your goals? (300 words)

Optional Statement

This section should only be used to convey information not addressed elsewhere in your application, for example, completion of supplemental coursework, employment gaps, academic issues, etc. Feel free to use bullet points where appropriate.

Yale

Deadlines:

Round 1 – September 13, 2017
Round 2 – January 4, 2018
Round 3 – April 18, 2018

Essay:

One required essay: Describe the biggest commitment you have ever made. (500 words maximum)