What is the acceptance rate for Esade MFin?

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S Raghav · Accepted Answer

The acceptance rate for ESADE MFin is generally estimated to be around 25&ndash;30%, which makes it selective but not as tight as HEC Paris or Bocconi. The school receives a large number of applications from India, China, and Latin America, so competition is still strong for international spots.
ESADE looks at more than just GMAT/GRE &mdash; academic background, internships, and motivation essays carry a lot of weight. A GMAT around 630&ndash;670 is typically enough to be competitive, whereas Bocconi and HEC often expect higher. What helps at ESADE is relevant finance exposure: students with internships in corporate finance, equity research, or asset management usually get preference.
So while the program is competitive, the acceptance rate is manageable if the profile has decent academics plus some finance internships. Compared to top French schools, ESADE is slightly more accessible for international applicants.

B.K Sharma · Answer

A lot of applicants assume ESADE is an &ldquo;easier&rdquo; admit, but it&rsquo;s still not a walk in. The MFin program keeps the class size small, which naturally pushes the acceptance rate lower.
&bull; Estimated acceptance is roughly 1 in 3 applicants, about 30%. &bull; Most admitted students have GMAT scores in the 620&ndash;680 range, though ESADE does accept slightly lower if the profile is strong in other areas. &bull; GMAT isn&rsquo;t the only filter &mdash; ESADE puts big weight on essays and the interview round, where motivation for finance careers is tested. &bull; The class is around 90% international, so Indian and Chinese applicants face plenty of competition. &bull; One overlooked factor: networking and fit. ESADE values candidates who can connect with its Barcelona ecosystem and student clubs, not just raw scores.
So while the acceptance rate looks moderate, it still requires a well-rounded application &mdash; just hitting the GMAT number won&rsquo;t be enough.
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