MBA Essentials

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Events, application deadlines, class stats, tuition, financial aid, scholarships, admissions requirements and more

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“I came to Owen for Welcome Weekend, and I was sold. There wasn’t even another option after I came to visit.”

Maybe you’ve heard that all top business schools work the same. We politely disagree.

Graphic designer. Chicago native. Gymnast. These are just a few ways you could describe Erin before business school. She came to Vanderbilt to develop her professional skills and to learn about brand management. She got exactly what she came for. How to describe her now? Country music convert. Associate Marketing Manager. Mattel enthusiast.

Erin Lustig

MBA (Brand Management) 2012Class

We think part of the preparation for being a business leader is learning how to lead. So we teach that here, along with business fundamentals, analytical thinking and communication skills. We’re different that way.

We’re small by design. And selective. We don’t simply look for smart people. We scout for the right smart people—the persistent, the team players, the self-starters and adaptable problem solvers who will enhance everyone’s experience in a collaborative community.

We believe business is more than numbers. It’s personal. So we recognize that every person is different and let you tailor your experience here accordingly. Our world-class professors will know you personally, too, not just as teachers but as mentors and friends.

Sound like your kind of place so far? Please keep reading.

“I came to Owen for Welcome Weekend, and I was sold. There wasn’t even another option after I came to visit.”


CLASS PROFILE

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Geographical Representation –U.S. Students

West Coast9.1%

Northeast23.5%

Southwest12.1%

Midwest12.9%

Southeast 29.5%

Mid Atlantic

12.9%

Class of 2014 ProfileClass Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175Average Age . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Age Range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-40Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35%Minorities (% of U.S. Citizens). . . . . . . . . . . . 15%International Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22%Married/Engaged. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23%Average Years of Work Experience . . . . . . . 4.5Undergraduate GPA Average . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.4GMAT Average . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 682GMAT Range (Middle 80%). . . . . . . . . . 630-730

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#19Where

Vanderbilt ranks in career pay among top

MBA programs (Bloomberg Businessweek).

Class of 2011 – Full-TimeAverage Base Salary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $91,653Signing Bonus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $18,643Other Guaranteed Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $16,128

Top MetrosAtlanta | Seattle | San Francisco | New York | Washington, DC | Nashville

Companies That Hire the Most Vanderbilt MBAs

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Financial ServicesConsulting

19%

14%

14%

12%

9%

7%

19%

Pharma/Biotech/ Health Care

Other

Consumer Products

Technology

Manufacturing

Petroleum/ Energy <2%

Real Estate <2%Non-profit <2%

28% Finance/Accounting

19% Marketing

19% Consulting

18% General Management/Operations Human Resources 10%

Other 6%

Employment by Job Function

Employment by Industry

Government <1%

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Time and again, prospective MBA students who become Owen students say, “The visit sealed it!” Maybe it’s because we treat them like individuals—not numbers—from the moment they walk in the door. Perhaps it’s because we help them focus on their career success from the moment they apply.

Off-CAMPUS EVENTS

MBA FairsJuly-JanuaryMeet Vanderbilt representatives at MBA fairs throughout the world.

ON-CAMPUS EVENTS

Discover WeekendNovember 9-10, 2012, or february 8-9, 2013Enjoy campus tours, faculty presentations, student/alumni panels, career management sessions, admissions workshops and social events.

Diversity SymposiumNovember 9, 2012Learn about student life, challenges facing underrepresented minorities in business and Vanderbilt’s commitment to diversity.

Women in Business Symposiumfebruary 8, 2013Hear students and alums describe life as a woman in the Vanderbilt MBA program and in post-MBA careers.

NOTE: Some weekend events offer admissions interviews, but they must be scheduled in advance.

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Time and again, prospective MBA students who become Owen students say, “The visit sealed it!” Maybe it’s because we treat them like individuals—not numbers—from the moment they walk in the door. Perhaps it’s because we help them focus on their career success from the moment they apply.

Welcome WeekendApril 12-13, 2013Your time to celebrate with your new classmates. By invitation, admitted applicants enjoy a welcome reception and meetings with students, faculty, deans, Admissions and Career Management team members, plus a tour of Nashville’s great nightlife.

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Have lunch with a student, attend a class, talk with Career Management staff and have an optional interview (Monday-Thursday when classes are in session). A modified schedule can be created for Friday visits.

Other Ways to ConnectAdmissions AmbassadorsVanderbilt MBAs from a wide variety of locations and industries are available to share their unique Owen experience with you. owen.vanderbilt. edu/ambassadors

Social MediaFacebook.com/VanderbiltMBATwitter.com/VanderbiltMBA

Online ChatsWe host a series of web chats throughout the year. owen.vanderbilt.edu/webchats

OwEn.vAndERbILt.Edu/mbA-EvEntS

The Vanderbilt MBA

Class of 2014 includes…

AdmISSIOnS REquIREmEntS

We’re purposely small. With highly selective, very competitive admissions. Our admissions committee considers a number of factors, including:

n work experiencen GMAT/GRE scoresn undergraduate record (U.S. bachelor’s degree or equivalent required)n recommendationsn required essaysn a personal interview

But we’re not looking only for the smartest students. We seek the best. So, along with other qualities, we look for talented and diverse people who will value our unique community, enjoy collaborating with classmates and join an actively engaged alumni network.

Eagle Scout | Sailboat Racer | NCAA Varsity Athlete Indian Air Force Squadron Leader | Braille Translator

Guitarist for Korean Military Rock Band International Equestrian Competitor

Professional Football Player | Nuclear Engineer Peace Corps Volunteer | Singer-Songwriter

The Vanderbilt MBA



APPLICAtIOn dEAdLInES

Application Deadline to Decision Deposit Round Apply Deadline Deadline Deposit

Early* Oct. 2, 2012 Nov. 16, 2012 Dec. 13, 2012 $2,500

1 Nov. 27, 2012 Jan. 11, 2013 Feb. 12, 2013 $1,500

2 Jan. 9, 2013 Mar. 8, 2013 Apr. 16, 2013 $1,500

3 Mar. 5, 2013 Apr. 26, 2013 May 21, 2013 $1,500

*Early Application/Decision/Deposit. Visit our website for details.Priority consideration for Scholars’ Day is given to those who apply by Round 2.Priority consideration for Diversity Scholarships is given to those who apply by Round 2.Applications are accepted and reviewed after the 3rd round on a rolling basis.

We encourage you to apply as early in the admission cycle as possible.

The Vanderbilt MBA


FInAnCIng yOuR mbAWe are committed to helping you afford our program by offering a generous number of scholarships. More than 60 percent of the incoming class received a scholarship award, and the average award was approximately $50,000 for the two-year period of study.

Estimated ExpensesTuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 45,000Books/Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 1,788Rent/Utilities (divide if shared) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 9,468Meals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 3,872Personal* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 5,548Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 1,934Loan Fees (U.S. citizens only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 1,136TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 68,746

Tuition and fees above are for 2012-13. Costs for the 2013-14 academic year will be posted online as they become available at owen.vanderbilt.edu/mba-tuition.

*includes rec center and health insurance costs

Yellow RibbonProgram

FInAnCIng yOuR mbAWhen awarding scholarships, we use a comprehensive approach to assess your achievements and potential. Candidates are automatically considered for most scholarships. (Two diversity scholarships require an essay before awards are made).

Award decisions are made on a rolling basis, so we recommend that you submit your application by the January 9 deadline for priority consideration.


We are proud to participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program, which enables eligible veterans to earn a Vanderbilt MBA at

a significantly reduced cost. owen.vanderbilt.edu/military


“Discover Weekend gave me a glimpse of a community that I haven’t found at other business schools.Whether I was talking with a member of the admissions staff, student or alumnus, the conversation always seemed to focus on what I want to accomplish, not on what I have already accomplished.”

He’s played rugby, traded derivatives and unloaded fishing boats in New Zealand. Now he is concentrating on growing his experience in the health care industry, and spending his summer interning at Amgen in Thousand Oaks, California. With the skills and knowledge he has picked up at Owen, there is no telling how far he will go.

Matt Ross

MBA (Health Care, Corporate Finance)

2013Class


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