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Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged)

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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   17 May 2009, 04:36
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Hi steppenwolf you will find this thread helpful :
2008-zero-admits-where-are-they-now-77761.html
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I'm in as well. Reapplying after scoring a bagel in '09 apps.


bsd_lover, thanks for pointing me to this thread. It's got tons of useful info. One question I didn't see addressed is whether it is advisable to use, in the current application essays, some of the work/life experiences mentioned in the previous years' essays? Would be most grateful for your insight on this.


At the risk of turning this thread OT, I'll just quickly say I reused some material and added new material. Probably about 33% reused and 67% new, but even on the reused material I went more in depth. When considering how much material to reuse, it's helpful to remember the definition of insanity as repeating the same action and expecting a different result.
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   17 May 2009, 09:50
Hi all! I am a fall 2010 applicant.
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   17 May 2009, 12:10
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Regarding school visits. is it worth it to travel all the way from South America to the US, go both to east and west coast (stanford only) just for a quick visit? I could do mostly for free using frequent traveler miles, but not sure about the impact in the final decision. However, I really want to show interest in my top 3 choices to the adcom

Any tips on this?


school visits do not carry any weight in the admission process but will help you learn more about the school...whether you "fit" into the culture. I never understood what "fit" was until I visited the schools. Also, schools do not expect international students to fly in...
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   17 May 2009, 18:18
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I wonder if rhyme is still allowing new applicants to take him out for lunch for one-on-one Ask Anything about Booth Session......He did graduate from Booth this year... :-D


I don't think a lunch will do anymore. He's a dad now, I think he only accepts bribes in the form of diapers and baby formula now.
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   17 May 2009, 19:46
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I think its just HBS; they did the same thing last year, if I recall correctly. The other schools should be releasing their questions around the same time that they did last year.


Ahhh, they're making me feel like I'm behind already...I hope they don't come out for awhile, I'd like to keep some of my sanity for a couple more months.
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   17 May 2009, 20:06
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I think its just HBS; they did the same thing last year, if I recall correctly. The other schools should be releasing their questions around the same time that they did last year.


Ahhh, they're making me feel like I'm behind already...I hope they don't come out for awhile, I'd like to keep some of my sanity for a couple more months.



I'm even further behind, I still have my GMAT to go...and probably not ready until mid July...however I am planning to rush through the process to get HBS, S and W in R1 at least...
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   17 May 2009, 20:08
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I think its just HBS; they did the same thing last year, if I recall correctly. The other schools should be releasing their questions around the same time that they did last year.


Ahhh, they're making me feel like I'm behind already...I hope they don't come out for awhile, I'd like to keep some of my sanity for a couple more months.



I'm even further behind, I still have my GMAT to go...and probably not ready until mid July...however I am planning to rush through the process to get HBS, S and W in R1 at least...


there absolutely no reason to rush...the deadlines aren't until october i guess...chill out :)
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   17 May 2009, 20:11
Isn't it better that the questions are out soon....which gives more time for home work! :lol:

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I think its just HBS; they did the same thing last year, if I recall correctly. The other schools should be releasing their questions around the same time that they did last year.


Ahhh, they're making me feel like I'm behind already...I hope they don't come out for awhile, I'd like to keep some of my sanity for a couple more months.
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   17 May 2009, 21:13
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Message from Yale SOM for Class of 2012 Applicants

https://mba.yale.edu/news_events/CMS/articles/6861.shtml


Also, some video from Yale Faculty Research Speaker Series. I had not had the time to visit Yale som, I know these special topics are much different than what you will see in a regular class room, but they are never the less interesting.

Enjoy! https://mba.yale.edu/news_events/lecture ... shtml#chen

Prof. Keith Chen's video is a good one.
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   17 May 2009, 23:15
bsd_lover and jerz, thanks for your answers.
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   18 May 2009, 13:06
I'm in for 2010 apps.

Good luck everyone!
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   18 May 2009, 15:04
Breaking news from HBS

"Beginning with the class of 2012, HBS will accept both GMAT and GRE results. We think that both tests will provide adequate metrics of what a standardized test can tell us about a candidate. It will take a while for us to do a complete update of every reference to these tests on our website — in the meantime, please accept this as official notification of this change."

Is this a sign for the changes to come? Will other school soon to follow?
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   18 May 2009, 15:55
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I think its just HBS; they did the same thing last year, if I recall correctly. The other schools should be releasing their questions around the same time that they did last year.


Ahhh, they're making me feel like I'm behind already...I hope they don't come out for awhile, I'd like to keep some of my sanity for a couple more months.



I'm even further behind, I still have my GMAT to go...and probably not ready until mid July...however I am planning to rush through the process to get HBS, S and W in R1 at least...


There are lots of people in the same boat as you...you'll be fine. I am not touching b school apps until July - so come July we'll be in the same spot :-D
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   18 May 2009, 15:56
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Breaking news from HBS

"Beginning with the class of 2012, HBS will accept both GMAT and GRE results. We think that both tests will provide adequate metrics of what a standardized test can tell us about a candidate. It will take a while for us to do a complete update of every reference to these tests on our website — in the meantime, please accept this as official notification of this change."

Is this a sign for the changes to come? Will other school soon to follow?


That's really interesting, I wonder what that means for the new GMAT format. Will they have to adjust to keep getting the GRE takers if this policy broadens?
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   18 May 2009, 16:43
I think GMAT is only available in 100 countries compared to 150 offered for GRE. Maybe school wants a little bit more diversity.
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   18 May 2009, 17:01
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   19 May 2009, 05:31
billyjeans wrote:
Breaking news from HBS

"Beginning with the class of 2012, HBS will accept both GMAT and GRE results. We think that both tests will provide adequate metrics of what a standardized test can tell us about a candidate. It will take a while for us to do a complete update of every reference to these tests on our website — in the meantime, please accept this as official notification of this change."

Is this a sign for the changes to come? Will other school soon to follow?


This is very interesting! I wonder, why? Why GRE now..this only means more applications, from the IT folks.

What if someone attempts both GRE & GMAT, will the higest be considered...hmm. I think even if they want to implement this, its a very short notice.
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   19 May 2009, 05:57
I have never taken the GRE... Is it easier or harder than the gmats?
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   19 May 2009, 06:49
Should we ask Harvard to write an essay "why GRE, why now? How would GRE help you with your short term and long term goals?" :-D

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billyjeans wrote:
Breaking news from HBS

"Beginning with the class of 2012, HBS will accept both GMAT and GRE results. We think that both tests will provide adequate metrics of what a standardized test can tell us about a candidate. It will take a while for us to do a complete update of every reference to these tests on our website — in the meantime, please accept this as official notification of this change."

Is this a sign for the changes to come? Will other school soon to follow?


This is very interesting! I wonder, why? Why GRE now..this only means more applications, from the IT folks.

What if someone attempts both GRE & GMAT, will the higest be considered...hmm. I think even if they want to implement this, its a very short notice.
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Re: Calling All 2010 Applicants / Bschool visits (Merged) [#permalink] New post   19 May 2009, 06:52
LoL..in yo face! :)

billyjeans wrote:
Should we ask Harvard to write an essay "why GRE, why now? How would GRE help you with your short term and long term goals?" :-D

pm4553 wrote:
billyjeans wrote:
Breaking news from HBS

"Beginning with the class of 2012, HBS will accept both GMAT and GRE results. We think that both tests will provide adequate metrics of what a standardized test can tell us about a candidate. It will take a while for us to do a complete update of every reference to these tests on our website — in the meantime, please accept this as official notification of this change."

Is this a sign for the changes to come? Will other school soon to follow?


This is very interesting! I wonder, why? Why GRE now..this only means more applications, from the IT folks.

What if someone attempts both GRE & GMAT, will the higest be considered...hmm. I think even if they want to implement this, its a very short notice.
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