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Class Profile: Stanford MBA vs. Harvard MBA vs Wharton MBA (Class of 2027)

Harvard, Stanford, and Wharton are often evaluated in the same breath, even though the schools are clearly diverging. For help choosing the right program, we at F1GMAT analyzed the 2025 Entering Class or the Class of 2027 (2027 graduating class).

We are evaluating the three programs on 

Tuck MBA Events - December 2025

In December, Tuck School of Business will host 16 MBA events, evenly split between 8 virtual events and 8 in-person events. Together, these sessions are designed to help prospective applicants engage with the Tuck community, gain application guidance, and connect with students, alumni, and admissions leaders across multiple regions.

Yale MBA Events - December 2025

In December 2025, Yale School of Management (SOM) will host 27 MBA events, consisting of 21 virtual events and 6 in-person winter socials or masterclass sessions. The month is heavily centered on application preparation, regional workshops, and interactive opportunities for prospective applicants to connect with the Yale SOM community.

30 Best European MBA: Cost, Salary & Tuition Fees (2025)

While the cost of pursuing an MBA from the US has been on a steep upward trend (see F1GMAT Premium's Research on cost trends), European Business schools have strategically cut their costs or pursued industry recruiters who have offers that are substantially higher relative to the offers in the local economy. 

With the best European programs offering a total salary in the range of $160,000 to $170,000 in 2025 adjusted for PPP, in this Top 20 European MBA analysis, we cover: