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I'm 38 and applying to full-time MBA programs because I need the career change support they offer - executive programs just don't have the same resources. But I keep hearing that schools prefe… more

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I’m considering using an MBA consultant, just for 1 school that would be my reach dream school (Wharton). Has anyone had experience with consultants and any that you would recommend?

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Anyone getting an MBA at University of Maryland?

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How does consortium application works? I am an Asian female and have done some community service for first-gen students in general. I support the org mission, is there more to qualify?

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I’m looking to increase my score 20 pts over the course of two months. Does anyone have good GRE tutor recommendations?

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I've been consulting for 3 years and work with numbers daily, but I haven't taken a stats class since college. For anyone who took the GMAT recently, did you take a refresher course first, or … more

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Those who have MBA consultants, how often do you check in?

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M7 admits, what gmat focus scores did you get? Looking for some data points to compare to the score conversion chart they published.

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What credit cards are y’all using for the MBA?

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Anyone else about to start and nervous about making new friends?

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Hey fishes, is a Mac enough for HBS or should I go with a ThinkPad? Not sure how much Excel there is

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How impossible is it to pivot from a national security corporate strategy/government consulting-type role to a national security oriented VC firm following an MBA at M7/T15? Am I kidding myself that t… more

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It’s been 9 weeks and my ReVera verification is still in progress. I haven’t heard from them in weeks and my school mentioned that there isn’t anything to worry about. However, I start school next wee… more

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I’m in the initial stage of my LOR development, and have done my self reflection and thought about my recommenders. Does anyone have an initial email template that i can send to my recommender?

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Thoughts on 1 year vs 2 year programs? Can you get the same out of a 1 year program without as big of a time investment (ie 2 year)?

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Is a 329 GRE 3.4 GPA gonna be enough for scholarship at T15?

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How much a previous essay can I use when re-applying? The story remains the same for me and I will obviously make updates, but the base is constant. Are there any rules of thumbs? TIA

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I am planning apply Round 1 to Wharton, but I noticed the essay prompts have not been released yet. Is that right or am I missing something? Feels pretty late to not have released the prompts yet if R… more

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Guys, just confirming that Wharton hasnt opened their applications for 2026 intake right? Or am I off?

Seems that all the other schools have opened alr.

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Got admitted to CBS, and debating whether to not go and reapply to HSW next year - is it worth it?

It seems to me that, besides ultra elite jobs that anyways I would not have a chance… more

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I finished undergrad in 3 years with a 3.5 in accounting from a generic state school more known for its engineering program. Does this help an app at all or just a minor detail? I know it’s holistic a… more

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Which top schools are most generous w money? I know Stern, Duke, Darden but am funding my MBA out of pocket and would love as high a scholarship as possible

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My boyfriend is starting his full time MBA this year, and I plan to apply now and aim M7 next year. We have been together 7 years since college and I’m just worried that we end up finding jobs in diff… more

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How valuable is a HEC Paris MBA for someone considering working in development finance post MBA ? I live and work in Washington DC. Alternatively, I'm considering part time NYU MBA or full time HEC MBA. Any thoughts, advice? I got pre admitted to HEC Paris MBA. I did my undergrad in t… more

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Which m7 schools track engagement? How important is attending info sessions, meeting with adcom and students, etc

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Aside from HSW. And booth. What are good schools for ETA/Search fund path?

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Planning on applying this fall to b school, and grateful to be getting sponsorship from my firm. Know the coveted paths are typically HSW, but I’m currently considering CBS vs Stern for personal reaso… more

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If you were laid off, and wanted to do mba afterwards. Do you mention it in the essay when applying to mba?

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Do you guys think doing a career move into healthcare cybersecurity a good idea i enrolled cause my job is covering tuition i already work in the healthcare feel i just wanna see other perspective

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Did you tell your supervisor when you were studying for the GMAT?

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Anyone recently do F-1 stamping? I’m switching from H-1B to F-1 for grad school starting Aug 18 (Monday) and have a consulate interview on Aug 12 (Tuesday) Worried it’s cutting too close — how long di… more

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Did anyone ever hear back from the Booth summer waitlist?

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Happen to be free this afternoon and want to share your unique journey with personal finance to low income high school students?

Close the Gap Foundation (501c3 nonprofit) is looking for 1-2 more panelists for a remote worksh… more

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Hello everyone.
Going for a MBA fall 2025 and interested in 2 concentrations “Management Consulting” or “Finance”.

What is your take when it comes to professional opportunities, growth and salary. I have a family a… more

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Took gmat for 4 times and the best score i have gotten is a 605 on the focus. Took GRE and scored 318 first time (155 V, 163Q) and 321 second time (160V, 161Q). Have submitted both rounds of GRE to 4 schools.more

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What kind of pc are you guys using for class? Have to get a new laptop

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Has anyone from the US ever considered LBS or Insead while still working a full-time job? Since I'm based in the US, and my hours are flexible, I was a bit curious if anyone else had even attempte… more

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