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Master of Business Administration

University of Pennsylvania
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Overview
Wharton MBA admissions use a holistic review centered on essays, academic record, and standardized test evidence; the official application materials do not include a portfolio requirement.

Admission criteria

PortfolioLow

Wharton does not ask for a portfolio or work-sample submission in the MBA application; the closest relevant evidence is the resume, which should show leadership, impact, and growth.

Bar to clear: Not used by this program

Statement of PurposeHigh

The essays are heavily used to assess your post-MBA goals, self-awareness, and the value you will add to the Wharton community.

Bar to clear: 2 short answers (50 and 150 words) plus one 350-word essay

Academics & GPAMedium

Wharton requires transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate coursework and reviews academic strength as part of the application.

Bar to clear: No stated minimum; 3.68/4.0 average admitted GPA

Test scoresHigh

A GMAT or GRE is required, and an English-language test is required unless waived by prior English-medium study; Wharton states there is no minimum GMAT/GRE score.

Bar to clear: GMAT or GRE required; no stated minimum GMAT/GRE

Application components

ResumeEssaysTranscriptsGMAT/GRE score reportEnglish language test report if required
How to stand out
→Write goal essays that are specific, credible, and clearly linked to Wharton.
→Use the long essay to show the perspective and impact you will bring to the class.
→Present a transcript with strong quantitative performance and address any weak terms briefly in the additional information section.
→Aim for a GMAT/GRE result above the class average and submit the strongest English score you can if a waiver does not apply.
Source confidence
95%Well sourced
Sources
MBA Application Requirements: How to Apply | Wharton MBA
mba.wharton.upenn.edu/application-guide/
Official application guide listing transcripts, resume, essays, GMAT/GRE, and English test rules; no portfolio requirement appears in the checklist.
MBA Program Admission FAQs | The Wharton School
mba.wharton.upenn.edu/admissions-faqs/
Official FAQ stating the minimum application requirements and that GMAT/GRE plus English test are required when applicable.
Wharton MBA Class Profile & Acceptance Rate | Wharton MBA
mba.wharton.upenn.edu/class-profile/
Official class profile stating there is no minimum GMAT/GRE requirement and showing average admitted GPA of 3.68/4.0.
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