Hilary Caplan Somorjai
About Hilary Caplan Somorjai
Hilary Caplan Somorjai serves as the Director of West Coast Admissions at Harvard Business School, a position she has held since 2019. With an MBA from Harvard Business School and a background in admissions and education, she brings extensive experience to her role.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Hilary Caplan Somorjai serves as the Director of West Coast Admissions at Harvard Business School, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing admissions processes and strategies for prospective students in the West Coast region. Additionally, she has been a member of the Admissions Board since 2004, contributing to the evaluation and selection of candidates for the MBA program.
Education and Expertise
Hilary Caplan Somorjai studied at Stanford University from 1985 to 1989, where she completed her undergraduate education. She later pursued an MBA at Harvard Business School, attending from 1994 to 1996. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in business principles and practices, which she applies in her current role in admissions.
Previous Experience at Oracle
Before her tenure at Harvard Business School, Hilary Caplan Somorjai worked at Oracle as the Director of Oracle University from 1997 to 2003. In this capacity, she managed educational programs and initiatives, enhancing the learning opportunities for Oracle's clients and employees. Her experience at Oracle contributed to her expertise in educational administration and program development.
Professional Background
Hilary Caplan Somorjai has a diverse professional background that spans over two decades in the field of education and admissions. Since joining Harvard Business School, she has focused on enhancing the admissions experience for prospective students, particularly in the West Coast region. Her previous role at Oracle further solidified her skills in program management and educational leadership.