Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: International Student Statistics
International students statistics can showcase an element of diversity at leading business schools. In the chart below, see the percentage of international students at U.S. business schools.
| U.S. School | % International |
|---|---|
| ASU W.P. Carey School of Business | 32% |
| Babson College Olin | 80% |
| Boston College Carroll School of Management | 21% |
| BYU Marriott School of Business | 11% |
| Carnegie Mellon University Tepper School of Business | 38% |
| Columbia Business School | 41% |
| Cornell University SC Johnson Graduate School of Management | 42% |
| Dartmouth College Tuck School of Business | 34% |
| Duke University Fuqua School of Business | 35% |
| Emory University Goizueta School of Business | 36% |
| Georgetown University McDonough School of Business | 44% |
| Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business | 43% |
| Harvard Business School | 37% |
| Indiana University Kelley School of Business | 42% |
| Johns Hopkins Carey Business School | 40.4% |
| Michigan State University Broad | 13% |
| MIT Sloan School of Management | 42% |
| Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management | 37% |
| Notre Dame University Mendoza | 25% |
| NYU Stern School of Business | 40% |
| Ohio State University Max M. Fisher College of Business | 45% |
| Owen Graduate School of Business of Vanderbilt University | 30% |
| Rice University Jones Graduate School of Business | 37% |
| SMU Cox School of Business | 27%* |
| Stanford Graduate School of Business | 38% |
| UC Berkeley Haas School of Business | 44% |
| UCLA Anderson School of Management | 35% |
| UC Irvine Merage School of Business | TBA |
| University of Chicago Booth School of Business | 37% |
| University of Florida Warrington | 10% |
| University of Georgia Terry College of Business | 21% |
| University of Michigan Stephen M. Ross School of Business | 40% |
| University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management | 17% |
| University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School | 35% |
| University of Rochester Simon Business School | N/A |
| USC Marshall School of Business | 43% |
| UT Austin McCombs School of Business | 31% |
| UVA Darden School of Business | 30% |
| University of Washington Foster School of Business | 56% |
| Washington University in St. Louis Olin Business School | 44% |
| The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania | 26% |
| Yale School of Management | 41% |
*Class of 2026
The percentage of international students for this Real Numbers of MBA Admissions: International Students Statistics chart represent data for the full-time MBA Classes of 2027 unless otherwise noted.
Last updated: December 30, 2025.
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Background: Pakistani male currently based in Tokyo, Japan
Academics:
Undergraduate degree from a leading university in Pakistan
GPA: 3.44
GRE: 334
Professional experience:
I began my career at a global research and expert network firm in Pakistan, where I supported quantitative research for major strategy consulting firms. My work included designing and delivering surveys for projects involving market entry, commercial due diligence, and growth strategy. I progressed into a team leadership role, managing research delivery and junior colleagues.
I later joined the Japan business of a large multinational consumer goods company and relocated from Pakistan to Tokyo following my professional progression. I currently work in category and consumer insights, supporting portfolio and investment decisions for a smoke free product business. My responsibilities include translating consumer behavior, market trends, and competitor activity into recommendations for senior management. I also manage our qualitative research budget, oversee external research agencies, and lead three analysts.
International exposure:
I have worked with consulting clients across international markets and have experience working for the Japanese market both remotely from Pakistan and in person after relocating to Tokyo. My professional experience has required me to adapt to a new country, business environment, and language while influencing cross functional decisions.
Community involvement:
I volunteer with a rural development organization in Pakistan, contributing to grant proposals and conducting workshops for small agribusiness owners on business planning, cost management, pricing, and digitization. This work is personally meaningful because of my family’s roots in the region.
Post MBA goal:
My immediate goal is to join the consumer products practice of a leading strategy consulting firm in the United States. Over the longer term, I want to build a consulting firm that gives small and medium sized consumer goods businesses across South Asia the evidence and strategic support needed to compete with larger companies and scale sustainably.
Target programs:
Tuck, Ross, Cornell, Yale, Kellogg, CBS
Questions for reviewers:
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Undergrad in managerial economics GPA 3.6, and masters in applied economics GPA 3.7. Over 5 years in economic consulting for mid-tier firms. Recent involuntary departure from last firm. Somewhat worried about letters of rec given that circumstance. Want to pivot into corporate side like strategic finance, probably in tech or maybe energy.
Nationality: Ghanaian
Current Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Industry: Banking & Financial Services
Current Role: Finance
Years of Experience: 6 years
Education: BSc Accounting; MSc Business Consulting & Enterprise Risk Management
GRE: 332/340
A Ghanaian finance professional with six years of experience across the Telecommunication, Fintech, Reinsurance and Banking sectors. Currently based in Abidjan, working in finance control a within a leading bank.
Previously worked in the reinsurance industry, gaining experience across fixed asset accounting, staff debtor reconciliations, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, statutory payments, and internal controls. Was also selected by the Director of Finance to serve on a committee responsible for updating the organization's accounting manual, providing valuable exposure to accounting processes, controls, and organizational improvement.
Beyond professional experience, has demonstrated a strong commitment to community impact. Since 2020, has worked with friends through a community initiative providing food to underserved communities and street hawkers across Ghana, reaching more than 6,000 people. Has also participated in community development and school improvement projects.
Holds a bachelor's degree in Accounting and is pursuing graduate-level studies in Business Consulting and Enterprise Risk Management.
An MBA will provide me with the opportunity to build stronger capabilities in strategy, leadership, and financial management while transitioning from technical finance roles into broader leadership positions in banking and financial services. The long-term goal is to combine finance expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership to contribute to the growth and development of Africa's financial sector.