Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What can I expect
at the Women in Leadership Conference and Admissions Preview?
A: At this event, prospective students will have the opportunity
to interact with current students, alumnae, professionals,
admissions representatives, and other prospective students to
learn how to drive your career through thoughtful and effective
leadership, explore how others have pursued a business career to
follow their passions, and get a feel for what the Ross
community is like through the lens of our women's community. The
events are open to anyone interested in learning about the MBA
experience from the perspective of female MBA students at
Michigan.
Q: How do I apply to attend the conference?
A: A short
application is required to be considered for participation
in the conference. Applications are due by Monday, October
29th and participants will be notified of their acceptance by
Thursday, November 1st. Preference will be given to Round 1
applicants to the Ross MBA program who have received an
admissions interview invitation.
Q: What will it cost for me to attend the conference?
Will you provide housing accommodations?
A: There is no cost to attend the Women in Leadership
Conference and Admissions Preview events. Prospective
students will be responsible for their transportation to/from
Ann Arbor. For those selected to attend the conference,
hotel rooms at the
Hilton Garden Inn Ann Arbor will be provided
for Thursday, November 29th and Friday, November 30th. We
will provide in-Ann Arbor transportation from the hotel to
campus. Additional details will be provided to invited
candidates.
Q: Where
can I find the Women in Leadership Conference agenda?
A: The conference agenda is available on the Women in
Leadership Conference
website.
Q: How many people are you expecting?
A: The Women in Leadership Conference involves
prospective students, current students, alums, and corporate
sponsors. Judging by historic attendance, we expect over
200 participants.
Q: What are my chances of being invited?
A: Although admission to the Women in Leadership
Conference and Admissions Preview is competitive, we hope to
offer as many spots to qualified applicants as our space
constraints will allow. Admission to the Women in
Leadership Conference and Admissions Preview in no way reflects
a candidate's potential for full-time MBA admission, nor is the
weekend a prescreening process for our MBA program. We
encourage all candidates to not only apply to the weekend, but
to apply for full-time admission whether or not you are invited
to the weekend.
Q: How do I get to the
University of Michigan?
A:
If you are flying, please book your tickets to Detroit International
Airport (DTW). Detroit is a Delta Airlines hub, but is also serviced
by most major airlines. The airport is a 30 minute drive from
the University of Michigan campus. Taxis from the airport to Ann
Arbor typically cost approximately $50-$60.
AirRide is
available for $22 round trip.
We will also set up a Google Group so that prospective students
can coordinate with one another on transportation in advance of
the conference.
Q: Should I consider renting
a car for the weekend?
A: For your convenience, we will
provide transportation from campus to the Hampton Inn Ann Arbor,
South.
If you drive or rent a
car, we encourage you to leave your car at the hotel, as parking at
the University of Michigan is extremely limited. However, should you
need to drive to campus, the
Forest Avenue Parking Structure is your best option.
Q: Where is the Ross School of
Business located?
A: The main
entrance to Ross is located at 701 Tappan Street in Ann Arbor,
Michigan.
Click here for maps and directions. Once
you arrive in the main lobby, please follow the signs for
registration.
Q: How do I find my way
around Ross?
A: Maps will be provided when you
check in at the registration table and signs will be posted at
all events. Formal tours will be available for prospective
students who participate in the
Visit in Person program on Thursday before the start of the
conference. Prospective students may also ask their Women in
Leadership Conference buddy (current student volunteers) for a
tour.
Q: What is the dress code
for the Women in Leadership Conference and Admissions Preview?
A: Most prospective students
wear business casual clothing for Women in Leadership Conference and
Admissions Preview. Formal attire is
not required for any event. Weather in Ann Arbor can be fairly
cold in November, so please come
prepared to dress for chilly temperatures (layers are
a great idea). Your best bet is to check the weather before you
leave for Ann Arbor and pack accordingly.
Q: How much money should I
bring for the weekend?
A: Please bring enough money to cover
your airport transportation and other incidental expenses.
We'll also be feeding you while you're here!
Q: What if I have more
questions?
A: Not a problem! Please
send us an email at
rossmba@umich.edu.
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