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McDonough School of Business – Georgetown University

McDonough School of Business

The McDonough School of Business is located on Georgetown University’s campus along the Potomac River in Washington D.C. In addition to the full-time MBA program, McDonough also offers executive and part-time MBA options. Distinguishing aspects of the program include residencies—weeklong intensive programs that expose students to the business world—and an emphasis on global business.

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Current State

05/15/2013

Round 3 applicants were notified of admissions decisions on May 15th, 2013.

Basic Stats

MEAN GPA692
MEAN GPA3.43
CLASS SIZE263
% FEMALE28%

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