Calling all Jones (Rice) Applicants! Fall 2013

Had my interview on the 1st of October during an mba fair. I am yet to submit my application...racing against time to do it before the 29th[/quote]

Are you sure it was an interview?? I have never come across an instance where interviews are held before one submits the application. Can you share your experience of the interview held during the MBA fair?[/quote]

Yes I am sure it was an interview, received a mail from Rice that the admissions director would be at the fair and I could send my resume if I wanted to be interviewed. I sent my resume and asked them if it was necessary for me to submit my application before the interview, they said that your interview will be kept on file and after you submit your app the entire file would be looked into. I'll give you another instance, I have my Fisher interview on the 18th of Nov and I am yet to submit my application.

The Rice Intvw was friendly and conversational. She was trying to determine the "fit" so why Rice and what after Rice questions took up most of the interview.

Come'on guys! Lets rally some conversation and interview support!

When do ya'll have interviews?
Mine is Monday.

Mine is Monday as well!!

All the best texigan and MacKayB , please post your experiences once you are done.

Thanks CrackHSW, will do

And MacKayB, what time is your interview? (Mine is 2:30)

@ 10:00 am. Good luck on your interview!

I have an interview at Rice on Tuesday @5:00 PM. Anyone else interviewing on the same day and close to my time? I am planning to drive from Austin.

I had my interview today -- It was a pleasant and enjoyable experience. Basic MBA style questions, with an emphasis on Rice fit.

Best of luck to all of you with interviews to come!

Interviewed yesterday through Skype. Great I at least tidy my room and hide everything behind camera 1 min before we start....
Questions are basic and interviewer is a nice 2nd yr.
Good luck for everyone here!

Congratulations on what sounds like a good interview.

Now, we just sit back, and wait.

Yes the waiting game begins! Only 1 month though.

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Texigen, you mentioned Rice has more older applicants. Is there an age you would say is too old?

I will be applying for either Round 2 or Round 3 at Rice. I'm originally from the Philippines and now a residence of the US for 7 years. I will surely appreciate if anyone of you could give me an advice on the possibility of being accepted for their Professional MBA Program.

Experience:3 years-lead research scientist and project manager at environmental NGO; 2.5 years- research scientist at the University; 5 years- biologist manager working with the state government
Undergraduate: Fisheries Science with 3.7 GPA in the Philippines
Graduate : MS Oceanography with 3.1 GPA at the Louisiana State University
Specialization: computational and numerical modelling of fisheries and aquatic populations; integrating GIS models to fisheries and aquatic habitat management.
I have also 5 peer reviewed publication more than 20 local and international research conference presentations.
Currently managing more than $1 million worth of project.
GMAT:700
Age: 37

Thanks for the assurance and your background ScienceMBA. I am curious, what you plan to do immediately after getting the degree and what you plan to be doing a few years out? As of now, I am still "reality testing" my career path and it would be helpful to hear about yours.

Recieved my interview invite yesterday.Im an international applicant, so opted for a skype interview and suggested few timeslots convenient to me. Awaiting a response on the same.

I am a tad bit concerned about the Rice "fit" aspect of the interview. How can I specifically prepare for it, and what is it they look for in a candidate to assess fit?
Would greatly appreciate any help/tips from you guys who have already interviewed or are going to..Cheers!

Hey Sciencemba, I think you have a strong profile for the PMBA program. I think you should definitely highlight your scientific success, because Rice is looking for a well rounded and diverse class, and it sounds like you could contribute strongly with your knowledge and experiences.

Not that I have noticed, I have seen mba students at Rice across many different ages. I couldn't give you an exact number of what ages are most likely to be admitted but I would presume that there is no cut off.