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Wharton Business School Admissions Guide

Apply to Wharton with Help from MBA 360 Admissions Consulting

Wharton is one of the hardest business schools to get into—for a successful application, you need more than numbers. You need a plan.

At MBA 360, admissions expert Barbara Coward works directly with applicants to build standout applications through strategic, in-depth admissions consulting. Her coaching is targeted, honest, and tailored to what Wharton wants. Whether you're starting early or already deep into your application, Barbara can help you navigate each step with clarity. You’ll understand what matters to Wharton—and how to prove you're a fit.

Wharton MBA: What to Know

Key stats for the Wharton MBA (class of 2026):
Average GPA: 3.7
Average GMAT: 732
Average GRE: 162 Verbal / 163 Quant
Acceptance rate: 24.8%
Class size: Roughly 866 students; 7,322 applicants

Wharton isn’t just another top MBA program. Wharton is one of the most renowned business schools in the world with a strong focus on leadership, analytics, and global impact. It’s known for its rigorous academics, flexible curriculum, and strong career placement across finance, consulting, tech, and more.
Based on 2023-24 admissions cycle

Here’s what else sets Wharton apart

No MBA program compares to Wharton:

  • Flexible Curriculum: Students can design a path that fits their goals. Double majors and cross-disciplinary options are common.
  • Quantitative Focus: Wharton expects strong analytical skills. It’s a great fit for those who embrace data and strategy in decision making.
  • Global Exposure: Through Global Modular Courses and the Global Immersion Program, students build a broader view of business.
  • Leadership at the Core: The McNulty Leadership Program offers coaching, simulations, and feedback to build lasting leadership skills.

Wharton values initiative and insight. Your application needs to reflect both.

Full Wharton Application Support from MBA 360

Barbara Coward offers personalized coaching based on what Wharton actually looks for. With MBA 360, you can:

  • Sharpen your story: We help you identify the moments that matter in your career and personal life—and shape them into a compelling narrative.
  • Elevate your résumé: With our MBA resume review, we can refine this key document through an admissions lens and rework it to highlight impact and results, not just responsibilities.
  • Write stronger essays: Wharton’s essays ask for clear thinking and real self-reflection. We’ll help you avoid fluff and write with purpose with MBA essay editing.
  • Ace the interview: Wharton’s interview format (team-based discussion and one-on-one) is different from most. We’ll help you prepare for this MBA interview with mock sessions and honest feedback.
  • Stand out without overselling: We’ll show you how to present your candidacy in a confident, grounded, and authentic way.

You don’t need gimmicks or buzzwords. You need clarity, consistency, and strong execution.

About Barbara Coward, Founder of MBA 360

Barbara brings 20+ years of MBA admissions experience to the table. She’s reviewed thousands of applications as part of admissions panels and knows exactly what top schools are looking for. She’s also a frequent speaker at MBA admissions events like The MBA Tour, Forte Forums, and QS World MBA Tour. Her advice has appeared in outlets like Bloomberg Businessweek, U.S. News & World Report, and the Financial Times.
Moreover, she’s helped dozens of students like you get into the MBA program of their dreams, and clients trust her direct approach. Here’s what one applicant had to say:

“I just got accepted into my dream school [Wharton] on the account of Barbara… I can’t say enough good (things) about Barbara. She has been more than a consultant for me but also a life coach in a sense. This journey isn’t for the faint of heart...”

– Garyn, accepted to Wharton