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The Texas McCombs MBA at Houston is made up of a wide variety of students from many different backgrounds. The facts, figures, and statistics that follow will give you a better idea of who you will work with in your classes.
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Qualities We Seek in MBA Candidates

Our students navigate challenges with a growth mindset, embrace unique perspectives, and thrive in collaborative environments. Intellectual curiosity, strategic problem-solving abilities, and a drive for success are essential traits.

MBA at Houston Class of 2026

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266
Class Size
Working Professional MBA*
52
mba students
MBA at Houston Cohort
33
Age
Average*
27-41
Age Range
Middle 80%*

Demographics

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19%
Female
Represented in the Class*
41%
U.S. Minority
% of U.S. Citizens & Permanent Residents
29%
URM
% of U.S. Citizens & Permanent Residents
12
Countries Represented
in the total Class*

Work Experience

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9
YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
Average*
4-15
YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE
Middle 80% Range*
8%
U.S. MILITARY SERVICE
Active Duty or Veteran*

Academic Background

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3.33
Average GPA
Undergraduate*
19%
First-Gen Students
Represented in the Class*
706
GMAT Score
Average*
314
GRE Score
Average*
Industries Represented
  • Commercial Banking
  • Consulting
  • Diversified Financial Services/Insurance
  • Energy
  • Government
  • Investment Management
  • Manufacturing
  • Non-profit
  • Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology/Healthcare
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Technology
  • Travel & Transportation

*Reflects averages across all Texas McCombs MBA at Houston students who entered the program in 2024. per U.S. News & World Report’s MBA ranking and reporting standards.

The purpose of the GME Admissions Reporting Standards is to aid in creating trust, educating junior colleagues or those new to GME admissions, and standardizing reporting, so candidates can accurately compare across programs. These new standards (endorsed by members in July 2020) are intended to align with the transformation of our industry and should be leveraged when reporting data to third parties.

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