Michigan Ross
Why Ross?
At Michigan Ross, learning is something you do, not just something you hear. The school's defining hallmark, action-based learning, means students are constantly working on real business problems through initiatives like MAP (Multidisciplinary Action Projects), student-led funds, and consulting projects across the globe. Ross isn't just about sitting in a classroom; it's about getting your hands dirty, testing ideas in real time, and learning through doing.
That spirit carries into the culture, too. Ross students are known for being collaborative, down-to-earth, and genuinely invested in each other's growth. Ann Arbor offers the charm of a college town with the resources of a top-tier university, making it easy to build strong friendships, focus on personal development, and experiment with new ideas, all while surrounded by one of the most engaged and active MBA communities out there.
🎓 MBA Class Profile (Class of 2026)
Key Demographics
- Enrolled Students: 396
- Acceptance Rate: 28.9%
- Yield Rate: 34.0%
- Women: 40%
- International Students: 44%
Academic Profile
- Average GMAT Score: 728
- GRE Verbal: 159
- GRE Quant: 162
- Average Undergraduate GPA: 3.42
- Average Work Experience: 6 years
💼 Employment Statistics (Class of 2024)
Job Placement
- Median Base Salary: $170,000
- Median Signing Bonus: $30,000
- Received Offers (within 3 months): 85%
*Not all offers included a signing bonus
Top Industries
- Consulting: 36%
- Financial Services: 18%
- Technology: 15%
- CPG / Retail: 10%
- Healthcare: 9%
🎤 Interview Tips
Unique Interview Feature
Michigan Ross conducts blind interviews, meaning interviewers have access only to your resume, not your full application. Interviews are typically conducted by current students or alumni and last between 30 to 45 minutes. The format is conversational, with a strong emphasis on behavioral questions that assess how your past experiences align with Ross's values of collaboration, impact, and leadership. Interviewers often explore how you handle ambiguity, navigate diverse teams, and make data-driven decisions
| Unique Questions Common to Ross | Prep Tips |
|---|---|
| Tell me about a time you had to adapt based on new information you were given | Choose a moment when shifting circumstances or updated inputs required a change in your plan. For example, if you were leading a client project and the scope or budget suddenly changed, walk through how you reassessed the priorities, communicated with stakeholders, and delivered a revised solution. Focus on your flexibility, speed of execution, and ability to pivot while maintaining impact |
| Tell me about a time you exhibited inclusive behavior (with a follow-up asking for another incident) | Share a time when you intentionally brought someone into a conversation, project, or decision-making process who might have otherwise been left out. For instance, describe how you advocated for a quieter team member's perspective during a heated brainstorming session, resulting in a stronger outcome. When asked for another example, draw from a different context, perhaps volunteering or working across cultures to show consistency in inclusive leadership. |
| Tell me about a time you had to deal with ambiguity and how you performed | Highlight a scenario where you had little structure or lacked clear guidance, such as being placed on a new initiative with few precedents. Discuss how you gathered input, formed hypotheses, and made decisions despite the unknowns. Emphasize traits like initiative, resilience, and your ability to stay composed when the path isn't fully mapped out. |
Note: For more detailed interview preparation, check out our comprehensive MBA interview guide.
📅 Application Deadlines
| Round | Application Deadline | Decision Notification |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | September 19, 2024 | December 11, 2024 |
| Round 2 | January 8, 2025 | March 13, 2025 |
| Round 3 | April 1, 2025 | May 8, 2025 |
| Round 4 | May 1, 2025 | Rolling |
Note: All deadlines are at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Ross conducts interviews by invitation only after reviewing applications.