($) More guidance on random puzzling aspects of the MBA app datset

As we have been saying, the application dataset is an often-underappreciated asset in the entire strategy of applying to a top business school.

Here are some questions we’ve fielded from others working on their MBA applications who hit confusing questions or wondered how to interpret the instructions.

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If the statements you’re able to offer in the app fields needs further explanation, you can always use the Optional Essay to cover things. Usually though, sticking with very concise fact-based answers in the app itself is the way to go for things like this — and keep in mind that sometimes, the resume allows an opportunity to further explain career history stuff. You have options for where to address things, just make sure you definitely address them!