School guides · 2026-27

UCLA Anderson

The essay prompts, word limits and deadlines for 2026-27, and what UCLA Anderson says it looks for. Always check the official site before you submit.

Essays

Post-MBA goals

250 words

Describe your short- and long-term post-MBA goals, including your desired role, industry, and examples of target companies. How will an MBA support your path to achieving your goals, and which UCLA Anderson resources do you expect to rely on most to reach them?

How classmates describe you

250 words

How do you hope your UCLA Anderson classmates will describe you by the time you graduate? What qualities and / or values do you want to be known for, and how will you demonstrate them as a student leader and community member?

First thing to tell classmates

50 words

What is the first thing you would tell your classmates about yourself upon arriving at Anderson?

Optional essay

250 words · optional

Are there any extenuating circumstances or additional context you would like to share with the Admissions committee?

Deadlines

R1October 1, 2026
R2January 6, 2027
R3April 7, 2027

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Sources

Last checked November 7, 2026. Storylode is not affiliated with UCLA Anderson School of Management.