Dartmouth Tuck MBA

A Close-Knit, Experienced, and Diverse MBA Cohort
Tuck’s MBA program prides itself on fostering a collaborative and tight-knit community with a rich mix of professional backgrounds and global perspectives. The program attracts mid-career professionals aiming to accelerate their leadership journey across consulting, finance, technology, healthcare, and more.
 

Class Profile Highlights (MBA Class of 2025)

• Class Size: ~287 students
• Average Age: 27 years
• Average Work Experience: 5.6 years
• Nationalities Represented: 38+
• Women in Class: 43%
• Mean GMAT Score: 720
• Professional Backgrounds:
  • Management Consulting
  • Finance & Investment Banking
  • Technology & Product Management
  • Healthcare & Life Sciences
  • General Management & Operations
  • Entrepreneurship & Startups

The Tuck MBA is a two-year, full-time program renowned for its immersive general management curriculum and close-knit community.

• Program Duration: 2 Years (Full-Time MBA)
• Tuition Fees (2025–2026): $77,520 per year
• Estimated Living Expenses (2025–2026): Approximately $33,000 per year
• Total Estimated Cost of Attendance: Around $110,000 per year
• Billing Schedule: Tuition and fees are billed in four equal installments during the first year and three equal installments during the second year

Tuck MBA graduates consistently deliver top-tier career outcomes, highlighting the program's strength in leadership development and ROI.

• Median Base Salary: $175,000
• Median Signing Bonus: $30,000 (84% of students)
• Median Total Compensation: $205,000 (salary + signing bonus)
• Job Offer Rate (3 months post-graduation): 91% received offers; 89% accepted
• Top Hiring Sectors:
  • Management Consulting – 44% (median base $190K)
  • Financial Services – 24% (17% in investment banking; median base $175K)
  • Technology – 10% (median base $147.5K)
  • Healthcare & Pharma – 8%
  • Consumer Goods & Retail – 6%
• Regional Placement:
  • Northeast U.S. – 66% (NYC 31%, Boston 33%; median base $175K)
  • West Coast – 12% (median base $175K)
  • Midwest – 7% (median base $180K)
  • Southwest – 4% (median base $177.5K)
  • Mid-Atlantic – 4% (median base $175K)
  • South – 3% (median base $170K)
  • International – 4%
• Top Recruiters:
  McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Bain & Company, Amazon, Google, Goldman Sachs, Barclays, Microsoft, J.P. Morgan
• Alumni Network:
  10,000+ Tuck alumni across 70+ countries, known for being highly engaged and supportive through career mentorship and global networking.

Tuck runs a single intake each year, beginning in August, with 3 admission rounds—designed to give applicants flexibility in planning around professional and personal commitments.

August 2026 Intake (Class entering August 2026)

• Round 1
  • Application deadline – September 25, 2025 (5:00 PM ET)*
• Round 2
  • Application deadline – January 5, 2026 (5:00 PM ET)*
• Round 3
  • Application deadline – March 25, 2026

Prepare a comprehensive application package to demonstrate your academic excellence, leadership potential, and fit with Tuck’s collaborative community. All materials must be submitted via Tuck’s online application portal by the chosen round deadline.

Requirements

• GMAT / GRE:
  Submit a competitive GMAT or GRE score. The average GMAT score for admitted students is around 720. Both tests are equally accepted, with no preference.
• Academic Transcripts:
  Provide official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended.

• Essays:
  Applicants must submit a set of structured essays that reflect their career goals, personal values, and fit with Tuck’s culture.

  Essay Prompts (2025 Intake):

  • Essay 1: Career Goals and Fit
    Why are you pursuing an MBA and why now? How will the distinct Tuck MBA contribute to achieving your career goals and aspirations? What particular aspects of Tuck will be instrumental in your growth?
    Word Limit: 2,000 characters (~350 words)
    Purpose: To evaluate your career vision, timing, and alignment with the Tuck MBA experience.
  • Essay 2: Personal Identity and Contribution
    Tell us who you are. How have your values and experiences shaped your identity and character? How will your background contribute to the diverse Tuck culture and community?
    Word Limit: 2,000 characters (~350 words)
    Purpose: To assess your self-awareness and potential contributions to Tuck’s inclusive community.
  • Essay 3: Inclusion and Impact
    Describe a time you meaningfully contributed to someone else’s sense of inclusion in your professional or personal community.
    Word Limit: 2,000 characters (~350 words)
    Purpose: To evaluate your empathy, inclusion mindset, and interpersonal impact.
  • Optional Essay:
    Is there any other information you would like the Admissions Committee to know?
    Word Limit: 2,000 characters (~350 words)
    Purpose: To explain any gaps, concerns, or additional context not addressed elsewhere.
  • Reapplicant Essay (if applicable):
    How have you strengthened your candidacy since you last applied? Please reflect on how you have grown personally and professionally.
    Word Limit: 2,000 characters (~350 words)
    Purpose: To demonstrate personal and professional development since the last application.
• Recommendation Letters:
  Submit two professional recommendations, ideally from current or recent supervisors who can speak to your leadership, collaboration, and growth potential.
• Interview:
  By invitation only. Conducted by alumni or admissions staff to assess your leadership qualities, interpersonal skills, and fit with Tuck’s values.
• Resume:
  One-page professional résumé highlighting achievements, career progression, and leadership experience.
• Additional Documents:
  Passport copy (for international students) and optional certifications or awards may be uploaded to support your application.
• Application Fee:
  $100 (non-refundable); required for the application to be processed.