UC-Berkeley Haas School of Business’ full-time MBA program for the Class of 2025 has achieved significant milestones:
- International Enrollment Record: The class saw a surge in international student enrollment, setting a school record with 47% of the class being international students, up from 41% in the previous year. This increase has made Haas one of the most globally diverse top MBA programs in the United States. The previous record for international enrollment was 43% in 2014, marking a 4% increase from the previous year.
- GMAT Average Record: The class set a new record for the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) average, with an average GMAT score of 733. This is a 4-point increase from the previous year’s record of 729.
- Diversity: The class is highly diverse, with U.S. minorities making up 48% of the class, increasing from 45% in the previous year. Haas’ efforts to promote diversity and inclusion have led to a more inclusive MBA program.
- Additional Metrics: Other key metrics indicate diversity and inclusion efforts, such as 14% of the class identifying as LGBTQ, an increase in the percentage of veterans to 7%, and 20% of the class being first-generation college students.
- Strategic Initiatives: UC-Berkeley Haas has invested extensively in diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging. This includes faculty and staff hiring, funding for student-led initiatives, additional staff hiring, and a team dedicated to supporting admissions, faculty, and students.
These achievements reflect the school’s commitment to global diversity and its efforts to create a more inclusive MBA program.
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