NYU Stern MBA Essay Guide: How to Craft a Creative & Meaningful Application


 If you’re applying to the NYU Stern School of Business MBA program, your essays are a golden opportunity to stand out they’re not just about your résumé, they’re about you. The guide on “NYU Stern MBA Essay Guide” digs into how to respond to Stern’s distinctive prompts in a way that reflects your personality, goals, and fit with the school.

Here’s a sneak peek of what you’ll get:

  • Short Answer: 150 words – What are your short-term career goals? Keep it precise, specific, and grounded in your experience and the post-MBA landscape.

  • Essay 1: “Change: ______ it” (350 words) – You’ll choose a word to complete that phrase (e.g., “Drive”, “Empower”, “Manifest”) and explain how it reflects who you are and how you’ll act at Stern.

  • Essay 2: “Pick Six” – Six images & captions – This visual/creative prompt invites you to introduce yourself to the Stern community through six images that speak to your values, interests, perspectives, and what you bring beyond just work.

  • Optional Essay – A chance to address anything not covered in your application (gaps, unusual experiences, extra context).

To write strong essays, focus on these: authenticity, reflection, clarity of goals, and how you’ll contribute to the Stern community. Show that you understand what Stern values adaptability, collaboration, global mindset and tie your story into that.

Read the full guide here: NYU Stern MBA Essay Guide

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