Program Spotlight: Full-Time MBA
Tuition
168,660
Duration
20
months
Class Size
916
Intakes
August, September
Language
English
Average GMAT
722
Avg. Work Exp.
5.0 yrs
Applicants/Year
7158
Avg. Salary
150,000
International
Students
Students
19%
Woman
41%
The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
Office of MBA Admissions
Vance Hall, Suite 111
3733 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6340 / United States
Vance Hall, Suite 111
3733 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6340 / United States
AACSB
Links
Full-Time
MBA
Full-Time
MBA in Health Care Management
Part-Time
MBA / MH
Executive MBA
Executive MBA
Dual Degree
MBA / MA Lauder Joint Degree in International Studies
Dual Degree
MBA / JD (The Francis J. & WM. Polk Carey Program)
Dual Degree
MBA / DMD (Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry)
Dual Degree
MBA / MPA (Master of Public Administration)
Dual Degree
MBA / MPP (Master of Public Policy)
Dual Degree
MBA / MArch (Master of Architecture)
Dual Degree
MBA / MLA (Master of Landscape Architecture)
Dual Degree
MBA / MCP (Master of City Planning)
Dual Degree
MBA / MH (Master of Science in Historic Preservation)
Dual Degree
MBA / MSE (Master of Science in Engineering)
Dual Degree
MBA / MES (Master of Environmental Studies)
Dual Degree
MBA / MD
Dual Degree
MBA / MSN (Master of Science in Nursing)
Dual Degree
MBA / PhD in Nursing
Dual Degree
MBA / MIPD (Master of Integrated Product Design)
Dual Degree
MBA / VMD (Veterinary Medicine)
Dual Degree
MBA / MSEd in Education Entrepreneurship
Dual Degree
MBA / MS
Dual Degree
MBA / MLA
Dual Degree
MBA / MCP
Dual Degree
MBA / MSEd in Education Policy
Dual Degree
MBA / MCIT (Master of Computer and Information Technology)
School Discussions
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School Discussions
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Best School for a JD/MBA Dual Degree?
ringo dc
started Nov 03, 2024 |
StuartHE
replied Nov 3
Law
Curious to get the opinion from the board: what are some good options for those seeking a JD/MBA dual degree program? I'm looking at the following US schools:
NYU (both Stern and the school of law are well-regarded.)
American University/Kogod (it would be nice to be able to stay in DC and evolve my...
Best School for a JD/MBA Dual Degree?
ringo dc
started Nov 03, 2024 |
StuartHE
replied Nov 3
Law
10
Replies
3986
Views
Curious to get the opinion from the board: what are some good options for those seeking a JD/MBA dual degree program? I'm looking at the following US schools:
NYU (both Stern and the school of law are well-regarded.)
American University/Kogod (it would be nice to be able to stay in DC and evolve my...
4
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99
Views
Europe vs US - Opportunities/ROI
cesterni
started Nov 02, 2024 |
cesterni
replied Nov 2
Greetings,
I'm 33, live in Germany and have 5 years of experience in consulting. I'm looking to pivot into a major firm with a role in strategy. I'm considering programs in Europe (INSEAD, LBS) and the US (such as Wharton and Kellogg) but I'm not sure as to which region might provide the best ROI....
Europe vs US - Opportunities/ROI
cesterni
started Nov 02, 2024 |
cesterni
replied Nov 2
4
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99
Views
Greetings,
I'm 33, live in Germany and have 5 years of experience in consulting. I'm looking to pivot into a major firm with a role in strategy. I'm considering programs in Europe (INSEAD, LBS) and the US (such as Wharton and Kellogg) but I'm not sure as to which region might provide the best ROI....
1
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75
Views
The PPP Paradox: Why EMBA Rankings May Mislead Prospective S...
Duncan
started Oct 18, 2024 |
Duncan
replied Oct 18
Executive MBA (EMBA)
This week's release of the Financial Times annual ranking of Executive MBA (EMBA) programs is big news for business schools. Rankings play a crucial role in attracting students and shaping perceptions of program quality. However, a closer look at the methodology behind these rankings, particularly t...
The PPP Paradox: Why EMBA Rankings May Mislead Prospective S...
Duncan
started Oct 18, 2024 |
Duncan
replied Oct 18
Executive MBA (EMBA)
1
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75
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This week's release of the Financial Times annual ranking of Executive MBA (EMBA) programs is big news for business schools. Rankings play a crucial role in attracting students and shaping perceptions of program quality. However, a closer look at the methodology behind these rankings, particularly t...
4
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384
Views
Is Wharton actually better than Harvard at the moment?
orjanello
started Apr 29, 2024 |
StuartHE
replied Apr 29
I'm asking based on comments I've read on this and I'd like to hear if anyone has any valuable insights here. Wharton has come out higher than in many rankings in the last few years. How accurate of a reflection of reality would you say this is? What may be the reasons for Harvard to sink below it?...
Is Wharton actually better than Harvard at the moment?
orjanello
started Apr 29, 2024 |
StuartHE
replied Apr 29
4
Replies
384
Views
I'm asking based on comments I've read on this and I'd like to hear if anyone has any valuable insights here. Wharton has come out higher than in many rankings in the last few years. How accurate of a reflection of reality would you say this is? What may be the reasons for Harvard to sink below it?...
3
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245
Views
Healthcare and finance
cloudless616
started Mar 27, 2024 |
Duncan
replied Mar 27
Would appreciate some help here:
Which educational route offers the most promising path for advancing a career in the healthcare sector while also leaving open avenues into high finance? Presently employed in corporate development within a private equity-supported enterprise, my aspirations lie wit...
Healthcare and finance
cloudless616
started Mar 27, 2024 |
Duncan
replied Mar 27
3
Replies
245
Views
Would appreciate some help here:
Which educational route offers the most promising path for advancing a career in the healthcare sector while also leaving open avenues into high finance? Presently employed in corporate development within a private equity-supported enterprise, my aspirations lie wit...
189
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133073
Views
GMAT Tiers - strong schools for your GMAT
Duncan
started Dec 23, 2023 |
Duncan
replied Dec 23
Application
GMAT
[Updated. Fifth Tier added in 2015].
If you apply for a school where your GMAT is equal to, or higher than, the average you stand a better chance of admission than at schools where your GMAT is below average. The GMAT isn't the only factor for business schools: if you have an unusual or desirable b...
GMAT Tiers - strong schools for your GMAT
Duncan
started Dec 23, 2023 |
Duncan
replied Dec 23
Application
GMAT
189
Replies
133073
Views
[Updated. Fifth Tier added in 2015].
If you apply for a school where your GMAT is equal to, or higher than, the average you stand a better chance of admission than at schools where your GMAT is below average. The GMAT isn't the only factor for business schools: if you have an unusual or desirable b...
1
Replies
312
Views
Investment Banking - CBS vs Wharton
buckgg
started Oct 23, 2023 |
Duncan
replied Oct 23
As far as I understand it, CBS has a bit of an upper hand when it comes to recruitment, as it often happens directly on campus. Is this so, or is Wharton just as solid a choice?
Investment Banking - CBS vs Wharton
buckgg
started Oct 23, 2023 |
Duncan
replied Oct 23
1
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312
Views
As far as I understand it, CBS has a bit of an upper hand when it comes to recruitment, as it often happens directly on campus. Is this so, or is Wharton just as solid a choice?
2
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230
Views
Wharton vs Booth, Finance
Nukssi
started Jun 10, 2023 |
Nukssi
replied Jun 10
So my profile is
South American, 27 years old, with a 3.4/4.0 GPA and GMAT 700
My work experience has been 5 years in entrepreneurship and 2 in investment banking.
I'm interested in joining an MBA in Finance and would love to hear which of those two would be best, given my profile. I also have...
Wharton vs Booth, Finance
Nukssi
started Jun 10, 2023 |
Nukssi
replied Jun 10
2
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230
Views
So my profile is
South American, 27 years old, with a 3.4/4.0 GPA and GMAT 700
My work experience has been 5 years in entrepreneurship and 2 in investment banking.
I'm interested in joining an MBA in Finance and would love to hear which of those two would be best, given my profile. I also have...
5
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670
Views
Double MBA
Student A
started Oct 19, 2022 |
Duncan
replied Oct 19
Application
I have MBA from UK from mid-tier B School. And, after three years, I want to pursue another MBA from top tier B Schools like MIT Sloan, Stanford, Wharton, etc.
Whether my current MBA will be hurdle in MBA application for top B Schools?
Double MBA
Student A
started Oct 19, 2022 |
Duncan
replied Oct 19
Application
5
Replies
670
Views
I have MBA from UK from mid-tier B School. And, after three years, I want to pursue another MBA from top tier B Schools like MIT Sloan, Stanford, Wharton, etc.
Whether my current MBA will be hurdle in MBA application for top B Schools?
1
Replies
482
Views
Wharton emba goes partially online
michel-gi
started Aug 19, 2022 |
Duncan
replied Aug 19
Online MBA
I dont know if you have seen the news wharton is starting his emba global with 75% online with the so called global cohort, 5 weeks
https://executivemba.wharton.upenn.edu/global-cohort/
Wharton emba goes partially online
michel-gi
started Aug 19, 2022 |
Duncan
replied Aug 19
Online MBA
1
Replies
482
Views
I dont know if you have seen the news wharton is starting his emba global with 75% online with the so called global cohort, 5 weeks
https://executivemba.wharton.upenn.edu/global-cohort/
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