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ABOUT WHARTON

The Wharton MBA
Diversity at Wharton
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Explore Wharton Agenda

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

Explore Wharton kicks off with several important activities. Start by attending real Wharton classes to experience our unique culture of learning. Hear from MBA Admissions & Financial Aid about the admissions process and how to finance your MBA. Meet with various alumni to discuss the value of the Wharton MBA. Finally, meet current students in a more casual setting at our world-famous MBA Pub, a Wharton Thursday-night social tradition.

08:30AM - 10:00AM
Program Registration
09:00AM - 03:00PM
Attend Wharton Classes (9:00AM, 10:30AM, and/or 1:30PM start)
Please arrive at the MBA Admissions Office at least 15 minutes prior to the start of scheduled class times
012:15PM - 01:30PM
Lauder Institute of Management & International Studies Presentation (Lauder-Fischer Hall Rm. 105)
012:30PM - 01:15PM
Campus Tour (optional)
02:00PM - 03:00PM
Late Registration
03:00PM - 04:00PM
Inside the MBA Admissions Process & Financial Aid
04:15PM - 05:30PM
Wharton Alumni Panel
05:30PM - ?
MBA Pub


FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

Friday continues with a full day of activities. Start by participating in an application review exercise led by MBA Admissions; learn about Wharton's leadership and career planning opportunities; enjoy lunch with staff, current students and faculty; participate in a Master Class led by a Wharton faculty member; speak with current students about their Wharton experience; and better understand how to approach your Wharton essays. Close the program with a networking reception for attendees and current students. Please note that there are no regular Wharton classes on Fridays.

08:00AM - 09:00AM
Program Registration & Continental Breakfast
09:00AM - 10:45AM

Mock Admissions Committee Application Review
Applications will be sent in advance to participants for review prior to session

11:00AM - 12:00PM
Leadership Program & Career Management Overview
12:30PM - 02:00PM
Luncheon
02:15PM - 03:30PM
Master Class
03:45PM - 05:00PM Student Life Panels
05:00PM - 06:00PM
Essay Workshop / Review
06:00PM - 07:30PM
Networking Reception & Closing Event

**Please note that this is a preliminary agenda. Start times of events and sessions are subject to change.  

 Student Perspectives

“The variety of classes in which prospective students can sit during Explore Wharton allowed me to visit classes in which I had a genuine interest. The ones I chose were all related to my career goals and really helped shape my perspective on the required dedication level during and after business school. Most importantly, after speaking with faculty, alumni, and current students throughout the two days, I left with no doubt that Wharton would provide me with the proper support necessary to succeed in whatever path my career takes me.”
-Jamaal Brown, WG '10

 

“For me, the best part of Explore Wharton was meeting current students because it gave me a feel for Wharton's truly diverse community, which encompasses countless nations, work experiences and life stories. I liked that current students were enthusiastic about being at Wharton and glad to be of help to anyone that asks”
- Reena Bajwa, WG‘08