HBS Admissions 2023: Deadlines, Requirements & Acceptance Rate

Harvard Business School Graduate Admissions

Most of the applicants applying for admission at Harvard Business School are interested in the MBA program. The institute also offers executive education to applicants from countries like China and India.

Source: HBS

Application Portal: Online Application, Application Fee: USD 250 (INR 19,490)

Basic Admission Requirements:

• A degree equivalent to a four-year degree in the United States of America. A three-year degree is also considered equivalent for the same.
• Official transcripts (translated into English).
• GMAT scores: 730 or above (ranging 590-790)
• Proof of English Language proficiency
  • TOEFL iBT - Minimum 109
  • IELTS - Minimum 7.5
  • PTE - Minimum 75
  • Duolingo - Minimum 130
• GRE scores
• Two letters of recommendation
• Essay
• Interview (for MBA program)

Check: Statement of purpose for USA

M.B.A at Harvard Business School

In last admission cycle, a total of 732 students took admission in MBA at Harvard Business School. The enrollments represented 61 countries and 232 universities all together. HBS had also seen 44% women enrollments last year.

International Enrollment Statistics 2021

Source: HBS

Specific Admission Requirements:

The different requirements for admission to both the MBA and Executive Education Program at Harvard Business School are mentioned in the table below:

Read: MBA Jobs in USA

Harvard Business School PhD Admissions

Harvard Business School offers PhD in 8 main areas of Business Management which includes Management, Marketing, Strategy, and Health Policy among others. Currently, around 134 students are enrolled on Harvard Business School doctoral programs. Out of this, 45% are international students.

Source: HBS

Candidates with only a bachelor’s degree can apply for a PhD program at Harvard Business School. Undergraduate applicants in their final year are also eligible to take part in the admissions process.

Application Portal: Online, Application Fee: USD 105 (INR 8,147)

Admission requirements for PhD at HBS:

• Completed online application form
• Academic transcripts
• Statement of purpose
• Resume
• GMAT or GRE scores
• English language proficiency test scores
  • TOEFL-iBT: Minimum 109
• Three letters of recommendation ( at least one should be an academic letter of reference)
• Optional writing sample (no more than 10 pages)

Read: US Universities waiving GRE and GMAT for 2023 admissions

US Visa for International Students

International students, who do not have US citizenship need to apply for a US Student Visa. Applicants need to show proof of their financial stability to procure the I-20 form, which proves that they have enough funds to afford education in the USA. Form I-20 or DS-2019 is issued only to students who have been accepted for admission to the institute.

Most students need an F-1 student visa. However, if you are applying for executive education at HBS, you should request a 90 day B1/B2 visa.

Visa Application Process -

• Receive I-20 or DS-2019 form from Harvard
• Pay the SEVIS fee using a credit card online
• Complete the DS-160 form
• Apply for the visa
• Schedule interview with the US consulate and embassy

Read: US F1 Visa interview questions and tips

The following documents are required to apply for a visa:

• Passport
• Form I-20/DS-2019
• SEVIS fee receipt
• DS-160 confirmation page
• Proof of funding

Check: I-20 form guide for Indian students

Note: The Harvard school you are applying for will assist you in your visa application process more than the Harvard International Office that provides only basic information on the same.

Admissions at Harvard Business School are offered based on the seats available in each program. The admissions committee meets every month and reviews applications. Applicants are intimidated regarding their application status via email. While securing admissions to Harvard Business School may be difficult, getting in would give a major boost to the career of a student. With a secure future, students will have a plethora of fields in business to explore and grow.