Class Profile
Our diverse Penn State Smeal Executive DBA cohorts are comprised of exceptional individuals hailing from various U.S. states, including California, Colorado, Hawaii, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington, and boasts an average age of 43 and an impressive 20 years of work experience. We take pride in our representation of women, international students, and veterans. Representing a wide range of industries such as automotive, construction, consulting, financial services, food & beverage, government/military, healthcare, insurance, and technology, our students contribute unique perspectives and insights to classroom discussions and collaborative projects. Contact us at smealdba@psu.edu to learn more about the program.
Penn State Smeal Executive DBA students benefit from our dynamic community, where the power of collaboration, exchange of ideas, and exposure to diverse viewpoints amplify the learning experience and pave the way for profound personal and professional growth.
Class of 2027
| Number of Students | 28 |
| Average Age | 43 |
| Average Work Experience | 20 years |
| Percentage of Women | 39% |
| Percentage of Veterans | 11% |
| U.S. States Represented | California, Colorado, Hawaii, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Washington |
| Countries Represented | Armenia, Canada, Dominican Republic, India, Mexico, Myanmar, Qatar, Rwanda |
| Industries Represented | Construction, Consulting, CPG, Defense, Education, Energy, Finance, Government/Military, Healthcare, Insurance, Marketing, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceuticals, Technology, Telecommunications, Transportation/Logistics |
| Information Systems & Technology | 28% |
| Management & Leadership | 25% |
| Supply Chain & Risk Management | 21% |
| Finance & Accounting | 13% |
| Entrepreneurship | 10% |
| Sustainability | 3% |