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2+2 Program Class of 2016 Application Steps

The 2+2 Program is an application process for rising and current college seniors to apply to HBS. It is comprised of two years of professional work experience followed by two years in the HBS MBA Program. Upon graduating from college, admitted 2+2 students spend two years working in a professional, HBS-approved position in the public, private, or nonprofit sector. The 2+2 Program attracts accomplished college seniors from all fields of study. We're looking for innovative thinkers who have demonstrated leadership and analytical skills and want to apply their knowledge and passion to make a difference in the world.

Are you eligible?

To be considered for admission to the 2+2 Program Class of 2016 (entering Fall 2014), you must be graduating from your college or university between October 1, 2011 and September 30, 2012. This timing applies to candidates from bachelor degree programs as well as joint bachelor/graduate degree programs.

HBS on your campus

HBS will visit several college campuses and offer webinars throughout the year. Please check our Events page for more information (please note: this list will continue to be updated throughout the year.)

Step 1: Get Prepared

To be considered for admission to the 2+2 Program, you must complete the following:

• GMAT or GRE (including AWA) taken January 1, 2007, or later
• TOEFL or IELTS taken January 1, 2010, or later, if you are an international applicant attending a non-English-speaking undergraduate university

Step 2: Decide When to Apply

You have four rounds in which to apply. For the 2+2 application, all these rounds are considered equal so please apply when you are ready:

• Summer Round: Application Deadline - July 6, 2011
  Interviews by invitation only - August 17 through 23 2011
  (Notification - September 2011)
• Round 1: Application Deadline - October 3, 2011 (Notification: December 2011)
• Round 2: Application Deadline - January 10, 2012 (Notification: March 2012)
• Round 3: Application Deadline - April 10, 2012 (Notification: May 2012)

Note: Dates for Rounds 1, 2, and 3 are the same as regular MBA Application deadlines.

Step 3: Write Your Application

The application for the 2+2 Class of 2016 consists of the following:

• 4 Essay Responses
• Current Resumé
• 2 Recommendations
• Uploaded transcripts from all undergraduate academic institutions attended (full- or part-time)
• GMAT or GRE scores from a test taken January 1, 2007, or later
• TOEFL or IELTS scores from a test taken January 1, 2010, or later (if applicable please see this website for more details.)
• Signed HBS Community Values statement
• Signed Statement of Application Integrity
• Nonrefundable U.S. $100 application fee (credit card only)

All applications and recommendations must be submitted online.

2+2 Essay Questions and Recommender Questions

The 2+2 application will be available online the week of May 9, 2011. The 2+2 application essay questions are listed below should you wish to work on your application in advance of this deadline. Additionally, we've included the questions asked on our recommendation form should your recommenders wish to start preparing their recommedations.

2+2 Application: Essay Questions for Applicants

All application questions below are required.

• Tell us about three of your accomplishments. (600 words)
• Tell us three setbacks you have faced. (600 words)
• Why do you want an MBA? (400 words)
• What would you like the MBA Admissions Board to know about your undergraduate academic experience? (400 words)

2+2 Application: Questions for Recommenders

Recommenders for 2+2 Program applicants use the same recommedation form as those for the MBA program. View these recommender questions.

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