Perfecting Your Business School Application

For MBA applicants, every aspect of the b-school application—essays, recommendations, interviews—amounts to a high-stakes game. The prize? A berth in a top-tier program and a high-paying career. Everyone can use a little help putting their best foot forward

GMAT Test Prep: A User's Guide

Not all GMAT test-preparation services are created equal. Use this guide to find out which one is right for you
How to Write an MBA Admissions Essay

Be clear about your career goals and how business school can help you achieve them. But most of all be yourself
Make Your Leadership Case for B-School Admission

More than ever, business schools want applicants with leadership skills. Here's how to mine your past for compelling examples
Extracurriculars: The Extras That Count

Impressing an MBA admissions committee is sometimes as simple as telling a good story about your interests, your activities, and yourself

The College Visit 101

There's no substitute for a campus visit to help decide on a business school. Careful planning will make for a more productive trip
MBA Admissions Tips

Author and consultant Paul Bodine answered questions from B-school applicants about the admissions process. Here's a transcript of the online conversation
Video: How to Choose Recommendation Writers

Stanford MBA Admissions Director Derrick Bolton explains how MBA applicants should choose their recommendation writers
Slide Show: The Best U.S. Business Schools

A look at the top fulltime MBA programs in the United States