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Currently, the University of Michigan’s Stephen M. Ross School of Business is ranked third in the nation for business schools. Given its quality of education and selectivity, students who are interested in getting into Ross should keep a few important factors in mind.

Apply by the Early Action Deadline

First, it’s important to note that the University of Michigan tries to fill its incoming class during the early action period. Applications received later will be considered only depending on available space. Students interested in applying to Ross School of Business should aim to submit their applications to the University of Michigan by the early action deadline.

Select a First-Year Admitting Unit

Next, when applying, applicants need to select a first-year admitting unit and preferred admission for the Stephen M. Ross School of Business. The first-year admission units available to prospective Ross students are the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA), College of Engineering, School of Kinesiology (Sport Management only), School of Music Theatre & Dance, and Penny W. Stamps School of Art & Design. 

Ross Prerequisites

Regardless of the school you choose, as long as it’s preapproved for transfer to Ross, you will still be able to take some classes at Ross as a first-year student and begin your prerequisite courses. Your admission to Ross is not guaranteed once you are admitted to the University of Michigan. You won’t be officially admitted to Ross until you apply for a cross-campus transfer, so it’s important to do well in the Ross prerequisite courses to remain eligible for the school.

The last component of applying to Ross is completing two additional essays along with your University of Michigan first-year application. 

The first University of Michigan Ross School of Business essay prompt is:

“Choose a current event or issue in your community and discuss the business implications. Propose a solution that incorporates business principles or practices. The review panel will look for creativity, drawing connections, and originality.

This case discussion helps us learn more about your understanding of business. The topic should be unique to your interests, experiences, and knowledge. There is no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ business situation to choose — it’s truly up to you. We encourage you to select a topic that you are passionate about and not a global topic that you’re disconnected from.” (500 words)

Include Business Jargon

Through this prompt, Ross admissions officers are looking to better understand your grasp of business procedures. Because of this, it’s important to include some technical terms and business jargon to demonstrate your understanding of the business field. You don’t want your response to lack narrative flair either, as the prompt specifically asks for “creativity, drawing connections, and originality.” 

Choosing a Topic

On choosing a topic, the prompt tells applicants to avoid selecting “a global topic that you’re disconnected from,” so instead, applicants should focus on something that they’re passionate about. 

When approaching this prompt, try identifying a current event or issue in your community that matters to you, and incorporate it into your response. Don’t worry about the scale of the issue. Instead, make sure it’s something you can write about extensively. The prompt emphasizes it should be a preestablished passion, not a vague global topic that you’re not connected to, so it needs to hit close to home. Ideally, the topic you choose will be something you have experience with and that you’ve already made an effort to research or resolve.

Focus on the Solution

To start your essay, begin with an anecdotal line that provides enough context for readers to understand the issue at hand and your connection to it. Then, try to spend the majority of your response constructing some sort of business solution to the issue you chose.

The solution portion is the most critical part of your response as stating the issue is used as a jumping-off point for you to talk about your solution. The solution section should reveal a lot about you through how you choose to approach the problem. 

When crafting your business plan, consider marketing tactics and relevant costs, then define what a successful outcome looks like. As you work on this, you can research different business models and plans online to make sure you’ve adequately grasped the best approach to your solution. However, don’t just copy one that you like. You need to use some creativity to splice different techniques together and make a business solution that’s uniquely yours.

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This is it. All of your late-night studying and volunteer weekends are about to pay off in a big way. You're about to apply to Michigan Ross — one of the best B-schools in the country. Time to channel all of that hard work into a standout (and complete!) application.

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• Check the deadlines.
• Start the Common Application.
• Select Preferred Admission for the Stephen M. Ross School of Business and a “home school” .
• Complete the four (yes, four!) essays.
• Finish the Ross Admissions Portfolio.
• Finish the Common Application.

1. Check the deadlines.

Early Action Deadline: Nov. 1.

We give preference to applications completed by the University of Michigan's Early Action deadline, Nov. 1. Your application will be considered complete only after you have submitted your Ross Admissions Portfolio. We will consider applications completed after Nov. 1 as space permits.

Regular Decision Deadline: Feb. 1.

Feb. 1 is the last day to submit an application to the University of Michigan’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions and your Ross Admissions Portfolio for Regular Decision.

We consider all applications that we receive on a rolling admissions basis. Preference is given to complete applications, which include the Ross Admissions Portfolio.

2. Start the Common Application .

Please choose only one application. The university will consider only the first application you submit.

3. Select your “U-M First-Year Admitting Unit” and “Preferred Admission” for the Stephen M. Ross School of Business.

It may seem counterintuitive, but the first step to getting into Michigan Ross as a first-year applicant is being admitted to another school or college at the University of Michigan. Regardless of your “First-Year Admitting Unit” here at U-M, you will take some classes at Ross as a first-year and begin your pre-requisite courses. You can choose from:

The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA)

The College of Engineering

The School of Kinesiology (Sport Management only)

The School of Music Theatre & Dance

Penny W. Stamps School of Art & Design

Ross students who apply through LSA enroll in Ross as a Direct Admit student. Students who choose one of the other schools will be Preferred Admit Students. 

• In the Academics section of the Questions tab, choose a U-M College or School to which you are applying to. This is your “First-Year Admitting Unit.”
• To proceed to the Ross Admissions Portfolio, you must select the Stephen M. Ross School of Business as your choice for preferred admission.
• Please note: Applicants who apply to the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) and the Stephen M. Ross School of Business, if admitted to both units, will enroll in Michigan Ross as a first-year and forfeit their admission to LSA. This is the primary path for admission to Michigan Ross.  Please know that applicants who are not offered admission to Michigan Ross will retain their offer to enroll in LSA. However, engagement with Michigan Ross in the future as a U-M student will be limited to programs other than the BBA. Please visit the Michigan Ross Admissions website for more information.
• Please know that applicants who are not offered admission to Michigan Ross will retain their offer to enroll in LSA. However, engagement with Michigan Ross in the future as a U-M student will be limited to programs other than the BBA. Please visit the Michigan Ross Admissions website for more information.
• You must also select "Yes" for the question- Are you applying to one of the programs listed above (Art & Design, Architecture, and Business) and do you understand you must submit a portfolio by the application deadline so that your creative work or skills will be considered as part of the admission process to University of Michigan?
• Once you have properly and completely filled out the Academics section, a section titled Portfolio with a subsection of Instructions will appear on the left-hand side of the application. Click the link, and follow the instructions.
• In SlideRoom, (the system through which you will submit your portfolio), create an account and submit your portfolio.

4. Complete the essays.

The writing portions of the Common Application and Ross Admissions Portfolio are meant to help you. We want to get to know you and let your best qualities shine through — this is our chance to learn more about the person behind the numbers.

For the final supplemental U-M essay , focus on your unique interests and goals and explain how the Ross BBA supports them. Your answer should clearly explain your interest in business and/or Michigan Ross. We are not looking for a description of U-M, the BBA program, or our rankings and statistics. This is the place to demonstrate your passion for business!

When completing the Common Application, you will also submit the Ross Admissions Portfolio.

5. Complete the Ross Admissions Portfolio .

The Ross Admissions Portfolio is your chance to fully express your interest in business in a more open-ended format. It’s also an opportunity to tell us more about what makes you unique.

The link to submit your portfolio is MichiganRossUndergrad.slideroom.com

There are two components of the Ross Admissions Portfolio:

1. Business Case Discussion: Choose a current event or issue in your community and discuss the business implications.

Propose a solution that incorporates business principles or practices. The review panel will look for creativity, drawing connections, and originality. Please limit this response to approximately 500 words.

2. Artifact & Description: Upload a document or artifact that represents something significant about your life to show your learning in action.​

Describe how your artifact demonstrates your learning in action. Please limit this response to approximately 250 words.

Ross Admissions Portfolio 

6. Finish the Common Application. Be sure to include:

• $75 application fee (or fee waiver request and $5 fee to submit the Ross Admissions Portfolio)
• High school transcript
• School Report (Common App)
• One Teacher Evaluation
• Effective for the 2025 application cycle, U-M and therefore Michigan Ross will be test-optional. You have the choice to submit standardized test scores (ACT/SAT) as part of your application. Other test scores (AP, IB, PSAT) will no longer be considered in their place. The university will review the policy on an ongoing basis.
• TOEFL, Michigan English Test (MET), or IELTS scores (for nonnative speakers of English)

For complete information about University of Michigan application requirements, please see the central Office of Undergraduate Admissions requirements and deadlines .   

We review applications from February through April, but we aren’t able to review your application until you have been admitted by U-M. The majority of first-year applicants are notified of their decision between February and mid-April.  

To provide an idea of when you might hear from us (and to ease the suspense!), we’ll be sharing your decision on one of our scheduled release dates. Decisions are shared in no particular order, so there’s no need to worry if you don’t hear from us on the first release date.

Ross admission decisions arrive by email after 5:00 p.m. Eastern time on select Fridays​

The exact decision release dates will be posted in early January.

If you are offered admission as a first-year applicant, you have until May 1 to accept the offer.

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Important Dates

November 1:   Early Action deadline Late January:  Early Action decision from U-M February-April: Ross decisions released for Early Action February 1:  Regular Decision deadline March-April:  Ross receives Regular Decision admits from U-M and begins to review April: Ross decisions released for Regular Decision  

To get an idea of the students who join our program, you can check out the class profile below. As the numbers show, they’re a pretty stellar group.

Figures are for students earning First-Year Admission in 2020.

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If you are a Direct Admit, the following are academic requirements for your first year at Ross. If you are a Preferred Admit, you must satisfy all of the requirements below to be admitted to Ross for your second year. 

Enroll full time (12+ credits) in both fall and winter terms of your first year.

Complete First-Year Writing , ECON 101 , and Calculus I, II, or III at U-M, each with a grade of C or better, by the end of the winter term of your first year. AP credit can be substituted for Calculus I or II (MATH 120 or 121). IB or A-level credit can be substituted for ECON 101 and U-M Calculus I, II, or III.

Complete BA 100 and BCOM 250

​ BA 100 Introduction to Ross: Foundations in Learning Business , offered specifically for students admitted in their first year 

BCOM 250 Introduction to Business Communication

Maintain good academic standing (2.500 GPA or above per term) throughout the first year. GPAs are not rounded up.

Students are also expected to meet the following conditions:

• Attend the Welcome Event at the Ross School of Business.
• Meet regularly with your Ross Academic Advisor and participate in mandatory academic support activities as requested.
• Inform your Ross Academic Advisor and Ross Undergraduate Admissions if you have been accused of or engaged in a form of academic dishonesty, behavioral misconduct, a policy violation (on or off campus), and/or criminal activity (including pending and convicted cases) upon matriculation (e.g., over the summer) and while at the University of Michigan.

The Ross School of Business reserves the right to withdraw your BBA admission offer if: 1) there has been a misrepresentation in or a violation of any of the terms of the application process or failure to meet first-year expectations; 2) we learn you have engaged in behavior prior to matriculation that indicates a serious lack of judgment or integrity; or 3) you do not meet the conditions of your admission offer.

We further reserve the right to require you to provide additional information and/or authorization for the release of information about any matter. Finally, we reserve the right to require the withdrawal of any student whose condition endangers his or her own well-being or the well-being of other students or precludes him or her from doing the required work.

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Michigan Ross MBA Essays for 2023-2024

The University of Michigan’s  Ross School of Business has confirmed the Ross MBA essays and deadlines for the 2023-2024 application cycle. The admissions team has eliminated one short-answer question and kept all other essay questions unchanged for the MBA Class of 2026. In addition, the Ross School will continue to offer the option to submit a statement of academic readiness in lieu of a standardized test score.

Michigan Ross MBA Essays

Part 1: short-answer questions.

Select one prompt from each group of the two groups below. Respond to each selected prompt in 100 words or less (<100 words each; 200 words total). Every word counts here — the tight word count is intentional to force you to focus.

I want people to know that I: I made a difference when I: I was aware that I was different when:

I am out of my comfort zone when: I was humbled when: I was challenged when:

Part 3: Career Goal

What is your short-term career goal and why is this the right goal for you? (150 words)

Optional S tatement: 

Is there something in your resume or application that could use some explanation? You might want to discuss the completion of supplemental coursework, employment gaps, academic issues, etc.  Feel free to use bullet points where appropriate.

For more information on applying, please visit the Michigan Ross admissions site .  If you need guidance on your Ross MBA essays or wish to discuss your MBA plans, reach out for a  complimentary analysis  of your candidacy. We’re here to help!

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Michigan Ross MBA Essays Guide: Overview, Tips & Examples

Uncover the essential insights and expert tips for crafting compelling Michigan Ross MBA essays with this comprehensive guide.

Posted March 1, 2024

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The University of Michigan Ross School of Business is renowned for its top-ranked MBA program, and one crucial component of the application process is the essays. In this comprehensive guide, we will provide an overview of the Michigan Ross MBA essays, offer tips on how to craft compelling responses , and provide examples of successful essays from admitted students.

University of Michigan Ross Application and the Role of Essays

The University of Michigan Ross MBA application is a highly competitive process that requires applicants to submit four essays as part of their application package. These essays serve as a critical component in the admissions process, providing applicants with a platform to showcase their experiences, goals, and fit with the Ross community .

When crafting their essays, applicants are encouraged to reflect on their personal and professional experiences, highlighting key moments that have shaped their journey and influenced their decision to pursue an MBA at Ross. The admissions committee carefully reviews these essays to gain valuable insights into each applicant's personality, motivations, and potential contributions to the Ross community.

One of the essays prompts applicants to describe their short-term and long-term career goals. This essay allows applicants to articulate their aspirations and demonstrate how an MBA from Ross will help them achieve these goals. It also provides an opportunity for applicants to showcase their understanding of the industry they wish to enter and how their unique skills and experiences align with their chosen career path.

Another essay prompt focuses on the applicant's leadership experience. Ross places a strong emphasis on developing leaders who make a positive impact in their organizations and communities. This essay allows applicants to highlight their leadership abilities, showcasing instances where they have taken initiative, inspired others, and made a difference. It also provides an opportunity for applicants to discuss any challenges they have faced as a leader and how they have grown from those experiences.

In addition to these two essays, applicants are also required to write about their personal and professional accomplishments, as well as their reasons for choosing Ross specifically. These essays provide applicants with a chance to reflect on their achievements, highlighting moments of growth, resilience, and success. They also allow applicants to demonstrate their knowledge of Ross and explain why they believe it is the perfect fit for their MBA journey.

Throughout the essay writing process, applicants are encouraged to be authentic and genuine, allowing their true selves to shine through their words. The admissions committee values diversity and seeks applicants who will contribute to the vibrant and collaborative Ross community. Therefore, it is important for applicants to use their essays as an opportunity to showcase their unique perspectives , experiences, and passions.

Once the essays are submitted, the admissions committee carefully reviews each application, taking into consideration the applicant's academic record, test scores, letters of recommendation, and other supporting materials. The essays, however, play a crucial role in the decision-making process, allowing the admissions committee to gain a deeper understanding of each applicant beyond their academic achievements.

In conclusion, the University of Michigan Ross MBA application essays serve as a powerful tool for applicants to convey their personal and professional stories, showcasing their fit with the Ross community and their potential to make a lasting impact . Through these essays, applicants have the opportunity to demonstrate their unique qualities, experiences, and aspirations, ultimately setting themselves apart in the competitive admissions process.

UMich Ross Essay Prompts (2023-2024)

This year, the University of Michigan Ross MBA program has introduced a set of new essay prompts for the 2023-2024 application cycle. The essay prompts are crafted to assess applicants' knowledge of their own personal and professional journeys and their alignment with Ross values. Let's dive into each essay prompt and explore strategies for crafting strong responses:

Essay Prompt 1: Describe your short-term and long-term career goals. What is your motivation for pursuing an MBA at Ross specifically? (300 words)

When responding to this essay prompt, it is crucial to clearly articulate your career goals and explain how a Ross MBA will help you achieve them. Demonstrate a deep understanding of the unique resources, programs, and opportunities offered by Ross that align with your aspirations. Consider discussing specific courses, clubs, or partnerships that align with your career goals.

Essay Prompt 2: At Ross, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to creating a positive change in the business world. How have you contributed to creating an inclusive environment? (300 words)

In this essay, highlight your experiences and initiatives that have contributed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Showcase your ability to foster an inclusive environment through your actions, whether it be through collaboration, mentorship, or community engagement. Be specific and provide examples to illustrate the impact of your contributions.

Essay Prompt 3: Describe a time when you faced a challenging situation in a professional or team setting. What did you learn from this experience? (300 words)

This essay prompt requires you to reflect on a challenging situation and share your learnings. Focus on your growth and resilience in the face of adversity. Discuss the actions you took to address the challenge and the lessons you gained as a result. Convey your ability to learn from setbacks and apply those lessons to future situations.

Essay Prompt 4: Ross is a place where people from all backgrounds with different career aspirations can thrive. How will you contribute to the Ross community? (300 words)

In this essay, emphasize how you will bring a unique perspective to the Ross community and enhance the learning experience of your peers. Highlight your past experiences of collaboration, leadership, or mentorship and explain how you will leverage those skills at Ross. Showcase your understanding of the Ross culture and your potential contributions to the community.

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List of Expert Tips for Each Ross Essay Prompt

To maximize your chances of crafting compelling essays, here are some expert tips for each essay prompt:

• Clearly define your career goals and demonstrate a strong fit with Ross resources and programs.
• Showcase specific experiences and initiatives that exemplify your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Choose a challenging situation that highlights your resilience, problem-solving ability, and growth mindset.
• Highlight your unique attributes, skills, and experiences that will contribute to the Ross community.

MBA Essay Tips: How to Write Compelling Essays

Writing compelling essays requires careful thought and strategy. Here are some general tips to help you craft impactful responses:

• Start early and allocate sufficient time for brainstorming, drafting, and revising your essays.
• Be authentic and genuine in your writing. Your essays should reflect your unique experiences, perspectives, and aspirations.
• Provide specific examples and anecdotes to support your statements and showcase your achievements.
• Use a concise and clear writing style, focusing on conveying your message effectively.
• Proofread your essays to eliminate errors and ensure clarity.

UMich Ross Essay Examples From Success Admits — With Analysis

Examining successful essay examples can provide valuable insights into what makes a strong response. Here are some essay examples from admitted Ross students:

• Essay Example 1: Aligning Career Goals with Ross Values

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• Essay Example 2: Promoting Inclusion and Diversity
• Essay Example 3: Overcoming Challenges and Personal Growth
• Essay Example 4: Contributing to the Ross Community

UMich Ross Essay FAQs

As you embark on your essay-writing journey, you may have some common questions in mind. Here are answers to frequently asked questions about the Michigan Ross MBA essays:

• Q: How long should my essay responses be?

A: Each essay should be limited to 300 words.

• Q: Are there specific formatting guidelines to follow?

A: Stick to clear and concise writing. Use paragraphs, proper punctuation, and avoid excessive formatting.

• Q: Can I exceed the word limit if necessary?

A: It is strongly recommended to adhere to the word limit to ensure your responses are impactful and concise.

• Q: Should I use jargon or technical terms in my essays?

A: Aim for clarity and avoid excessive jargon. Your essays should be accessible and understandable to the admissions committee.

With this comprehensive guide, you now have the tools and knowledge to tackle the Michigan Ross MBA essays with confidence. Remember to showcase your unique story, demonstrate a strong fit with Ross, and craft compelling essays that leave a lasting impression on the admissions committee. Best of luck!

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