Duke Weekend Executive MBA Student Blog

The application evolves a bit each year, but what we're looking for doesn't: candidates ready to succeed academically, eager to contribute to the classroom, and committed to their classmates and the broader Fuqua community. These updates offer a couple more ways to show us that.

The admissions process goes beyond checking boxes. It centers on telling a story with clarity, purpose, and confidence.

The “10 Random Things” essay is a unique way for Fuqua’s Admissions team to genuinely get to know applicants.

Fuqua’s signature essay prompt asks applicants to list 10 things about themselves, big or small, that make them who they are.