The USC / Marshall School of Business admissions committee has released the Marshall essay topics for the applicant pool seeking entrance for August 2016. The 1 mandatory, 1 optional essay, and 1 re-applicant essay follow respectively:

1. Required Essay: What are your short-term and long term personal and/or professional goals following graduation from USC Marshall? How will USC Marshall enable you to develop or improve your skills in order to reach your goals? (500-700 words)

2. Optional Essay: Please provide any additional information that you believe is important and/or will address any areas of concern that will be beneficial to the Admissions Committee in considering your application. (250 words)

3. Re-application Essay: Please describe any significant professional, personal, or academic growth since your last application to the USC Marshall School of Business. Discuss your specific professional goals and how the USC Marshall Full-Time MBA Program will help you achieve these goals. (500 – 700 words)

For additional information regarding the application, visit USC / Marshall School of Business’ admissions website.