MBA Applicants

I’m so over GMAT prep. Every time I get a decent practice score, the next one tanks. I’ve got apps due in a month and I’m panicking.

When asked for direct reports, does that only mean direct reports that you give performance reviews for or can that mean someone you manage on a project?

Is anyone else rewriting the same essay for the 50th time and still hating it? I feel like I know my story but every draft sounds fake or “packaged.” At this point I can’t even tell what’s authentic a… more

U.S. Tier 2/Big 4 consultants who go to business school for the express purpose of getting into MBB instead of pivoting...lol, why? Have some more imagination.

Which would you go to booth weekend or kellogg weekend but accelerated? I am able to wave roughly 25% of the class due to my cpa and courses from my degrees. Has anyone ever negotiated scholarships fr… more

For those who’ve interviewed, what threw you off the most? I’ve started prepping for mine and I feel ready on paper, but I keep hearing adcoms push hard on “why now” and “why us.” How did you handle t… more

Kind of nervous about the debt side of this. Tuition is one thing, but then you add cost of living and two years out of the workforce. I keep wondering if the ROI really works out if you’re not gunnin… more

For rec letters, do adcoms value a big-name recommender (like a senior exec) or someone closer who can give real detail? I’ve got access to both, but I can’t tell which would make a stronger case.

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Any folks applying to traditional 2 year MBA programs with 8-10 years of experience at matriculation? Do admissions committees view it as a negative? Or does more WE not matter?

For MBA IB recruiting, is undergrad gpa required for screening/background check?

How long did your MBA application go on for? I definitely did not expect my application process to go on for almost a year and a half. It almost makes you want to give up on it altogether or hire some… more

How did getting the MBA change your life? Did it cause the change you were expecting or surpass your expectations? I've spent the last 3 years pushing off getting my MBA, but I think I'm feeli… more

I know this is a heavier question than I'd like to admit it is, but is an MBA worth it? I'm seeing a whole lot of opportunities opening up for me with the MBA, but also a whole lot of debt and… more

I have the story, but not the skills to finesse it and put it together in the right words. Have you ever hired someone to write your essay? It feels wrong to go that route because then it's not &#… more

I sometimes wonder if admissions care more about polished answers or real ones. Do you try to sound perfect in essays, or do you lean into being candid even if it feels messy?

I received my B. Com 1 yr at UCalgary , then finished it at Harvard University. Then I thought that an MBA was the next step... I was debating on a law degree or MBA?
Did the MBA

Has anyone heard of Varsity Tutors for GRE tutoring?

Orientation is just around the corner and I’m already getting the “so what’s your plan after the MBA?” questions from everyone. Truth is I’m still figuring it out, and that’s part of why I’m going. Ar… more

Every time I think my “why MBA” essay is done, I find a new way to tweak it. I think at this point I’m just moving words around. Tips to know when to walk away and stop editing?

Has anyone here done an investment banking internship between their first and second year of their MBA, and then ultimately decided to pursue a different path? Curious to hear what alternative routes … more

It’s August and my recommenders are all on vacation or just super slow to respond. I’m starting to panic about timelines. How are you making sure your recommendations actually get in on time without f… more

Currently a PM at Google - any value in pursuing M7 MBA? VC seems interesting but don’t know too much yet. Also seeing a lot of undergrad peers go to top MBAs so thought it’s something I should be thi… more

GMAT study plan + summer distractions = not my most productive combo. I’ve got vacations, weddings, and friends wanting to squeeze in plans before fall, but my brain says I should be locked in with pr… more

What’s better for GRE prep if you want to see a 10 point jump in each section over the span of 2 months:
1. Khan (+ ETS practice problems)
2. Sherpa (+ ETS practice problems)

Is it possible to go to HBS wirh 32 years old (7.5Y WE after IB, PE, entrepreneurship)?

- Is there a date R2 applications open for schools?
- Also, if my gre score isn’t quite there yet for the R1 deadline, but my recommender submits the letter to the program prior to the deadline— could… more

For those who’ve applied, how much weight do you feel your test score carried compared to your work experience or essays? I'm getting very conflicting answers from the people I'm talking with,… more

Anyone willing to share their test prep strategies or tips for staying motivated during the studying process? I'm trying to prep alongside having a job and it's been feeling impossible. I'… more

Been working really hard on college applications and figuring out how to afford my further studies. What has been the biggest roadblock for you, and what non-academic factors do you think really helpe… more

If Im in MBB and looking to do PE in Asia - is there any incremental difference between doing a M7 vs. LBS for MBA to help open the door?

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Hi, any successful story of reapplicants after HBS waitlisr?

HBS AI question: Do you think you’d get dinged if you stated you consulted it to reduce word count?

Did anyone get scholarships or funding based on GRE/GMAT scores? What was your experience? I have a pretty great score and want to see what my possibilities and leverage points could be.

What's a good score fro GRE and GMAT according to you? I've been really hard on myself and wanting to take the tests over and over again because I think I can do better. Let me rephrase my que… more

Trying to figure out MBA ROI. What is the average post-MBA starting offer (base / signing / RSUs / performance bonus) in NYC at these types of companies: MBB, Big4, Big Tech (MSFT, Google, Meta, Apple… more

looking for a case partner to practice for interviews over the next couple of weeks! DM me if willing/interested

With R1 deadlines fast approaching, I’m opening up a few free 30min MBA admissions consulting slots. I’ve quietly helped 140+ people access top 10 MBA programs while building tech startups including those… more