Stanford GSB

What matters most to you, and why? For this essay, we would like you to reflect deeply and write from the heart. Once you've identified what matters most to you, help us understand why. You might consider, for example, what people, insights, or experiences have shaped your perspectives.

Why Stanford for you? Describe your aspirations and how your Stanford GSB experience will help you realize them.

What is your immediate post-MBA goal?

Think about a time in the last five years when you've created a significant impact, whether in professional, extracurricular, civic, or academic settings. What was the situation, what did you do, and what was the impact? You may share up to three examples, up to 1,200 characters (about 200 words) each.

Please feel free to elaborate on how your life experiences have helped shape how you see the world.

Complete this section only if you have critical information you could not convey elsewhere on your application (e.g., extenuating circumstances affecting academic or work performance). This section should not be used as an additional essay.