MBA applicants to Georgetown / McDonough School of Business are required to respond to a single 750-word essay prompt, with two optional responses and an additional required essay for re-applicants.
The 2015-2016 McDonough Essays Topics
Essay 1: Why You? (Hint: we are looking for an answer that cannot be found from research on our website; 750 words)
Optional Essay 1: If you are not currently employed full-time, use this essay to provide information about your current activities. (250 words or fewer)
Optional Essay 2: Please provide any information you would like to add to your application that you have not otherwise included. (500 words or fewer)
Re-Applicant Essay: How have you strengthened your candidacy since your last application? We are particularly interested in hearing about how you have grown professionally and personally. (500 words or fewer)
For more information about applying, prospective students should visit the McDounough MBA program website.