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12 Nov 2007, 19:00
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Sorry if this question has been asked before, but I was wondering what sort of prospects I have for graduate education.
I've just finished my undergrad, and am looking into whatever programs (with a preference for quantitative finance programs) could land me the best career opportunities upon completion.
What programs would I have a shot at with no work experience at a young age?
Age: 23
Sex: Male
Ethnicity: Asian-American
GPA: 3.3 (UVA's McIntire - BS. Commerce with Conc. in Finance)
GMAT: 780/99% (50Q 95%; 48V 99%) (first attempt)
Work experience: Interned for a summer at SIG on Wall St. // Some experience doing internet start-ups though only meager success
Additionally, I am currently applying to CMU's MSCF and Berkley's MFE program, could you rate my chances for those programs as well?
Best regards,
Jing
I've just finished my undergrad, and am looking into whatever programs (with a preference for quantitative finance programs) could land me the best career opportunities upon completion.
What programs would I have a shot at with no work experience at a young age?
Age: 23
Sex: Male
Ethnicity: Asian-American
GPA: 3.3 (UVA's McIntire - BS. Commerce with Conc. in Finance)
GMAT: 780/99% (50Q 95%; 48V 99%) (first attempt)
Work experience: Interned for a summer at SIG on Wall St. // Some experience doing internet start-ups though only meager success
Additionally, I am currently applying to CMU's MSCF and Berkley's MFE program, could you rate my chances for those programs as well?
Best regards,
Jing
14 Nov 2007, 16:24
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Jing,
I think your chances at the CMU and Berkeley programs you mentioned are good. You have excellent numbers and what appears to be some solid and interesting experiences relevant to your goals. Why are you unsure you'd be competitive at these programs?
Given your lack of work experience an MBA is less doable, since most schools like 2-3 years of experience. However, there are some exceptions--schools known for admitting large percentages of newbies like yourself. Rochester, Vanderbilt, CMU, and Illinois are all respected finance schools and all average at least 9% students with 1 year or less of work experience.
Good luck,
15 Nov 2007, 17:29
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Thanks for your advice. I am unsure of whether I'll be competitive because I know my GPA isn't fantastic.
May I inquire about my chances for Princeton's MS in Finance, as well?
-J
