MBA in Harvard Business School (2+2 Deferred MBA)

An international applicant is required to hold a college or university degree equivalent to a four-year American baccalaureate degree. Equivalent degrees include international three-year bachelor degree programs.

We require uploaded transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate academic institutions that you have attended (full- or part-time). You may upload an "unofficial" or student copy of your transcript; however, we will request an official copy for verification purposes should you be admitted.

Applicants to the 2+2 program for the April 2026 cycle need to respond to these three essay prompts What experiences have shaped how you invest in others and how you lead?

You will need to have two recommendations submitted. The recommendation form includes the following questions, along with other types of questions: 1) How do the candidate's performance, potential, background, or personal qualities compare to those of other well-qualified individuals in similar roles? Please provide specific examples. (300 words) 2) Please describe the most important piece of constructive feedback you have given the applicant. Please detail the circumstances and the applicant's response. (250 words)

Please provide a current resume or CV. Ideally, this would be about one page in length and include dates and locations of your professional experiences, as well as details on your academic experiences.

Please share additional information here if you need to clarify any information provided in the other sections of your application. This is not meant to be used as an additional essay. We know you'll be tempted, but please don't send us any additional materials (e.g., additional recommendations, work portfolios). To be fair to all applicants, extra materials won't be considered.

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