The Northwestern Kellogg School of Management has released its MBA Class of 2025 profile, reaffirming that a low GPA is not a barrier to entry for an elite MBA program. The class reflects Kellogg’s commitment to diversity, with 42% of U.S. students of color, 13% being first-generation advanced degree seekers, and 9% from the LGBTQ+ community. Kellogg maintains its reputation as a global leader in women’s MBA enrollment with 48% women in the class.
A notable trend is that an applicant with a sub-3.0 GPA was admitted to Kellogg, with this year’s lowest GPA being 2.8, showing that GPA alone doesn’t define success in admissions.
The class size for 2025 is 529 students, among the largest in Kellogg’s history. Nearly 39% of the class comprises international students, a near-record figure. The GMAT average is 732, with a range of 620-780, providing opportunities for students who may not excel in standardized testing.
One record set in 2023 is the number of students from the tech industry, with 19% of the class coming from this sector. Kellogg’s commitment to diversity extends to various dimensions, including demographics, backgrounds, and career focus, fostering a rich and collaborative learning environment.
The majority of new students come from the consulting industry (26%), with 19% from financial services. Business majors make up 50% of the class, STEM majors are 38%, and humanities majors are 25%.
Kellogg’s Class of 2025 underscores the school’s commitment to diverse and dynamic student cohorts, emphasizing a holistic approach to admissions and fostering a collaborative and empathetic spirit among its students.
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