Case Interview Data

Real statistics on case interview preparation and outcomes, based on analysis of CaseStar user data. Cite-ready numbers with methodology and context.

MBB Interview Pass Rates

~1%

Overall acceptance rates and case-stage pass rates by firm (10-25% at interview stage)

Case Interview Prep Time

50-100 hrs

How long successful candidates prepare, with time allocation breakdown

Consulting Salaries

$160-290K

MBB compensation by level (undergrad and MBA entry, career progression)

Interview Duration

30-45 min

How long case interviews last, by firm and round

Offer Rates by School

18-23%

MBB offer rates by business school: M7 vs T15 vs non-target placement data

Rejection Rates by Round

90%

Where candidates fail: resume screen, first round, and final round rejection analysis

Cases Practiced

52 cases

How many cases successful candidates practice: quality vs quantity findings

About Our Data

Source: Aggregated from CaseStar user practice sessions and self-reported outcomes
Sample sizes: Listed on each data brief, typically 500-5,000 users
Methodology: Explained on each page, including limitations
Updates: Data refreshed monthly to reflect current trends

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