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Joined: 26 Nov 2008
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Schools:Chicago Booth, Class of 2011
Re: PhDs applying for MBA
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21 Jan 2009, 13:33
At this point you can't really do much about it, so just sit back and relax. Your age may put you at somewhat of a disadvantage at H/S, but you're without question a reasonable age for Wharton. Not many people with PhDs apply to MBA programs, so I'm sure that each candidate is looked at separately. You can presumably make some exceedingly strong arguments for what you can bring to the class that is unique, which is something that many individuals struggle to do. In the end, it's really how you sold yourself, you're not so old to be out of contention, and the PhD differentiates you in a positive way (well, depending on how you attempted to leverage the degree in the app). My guess is you'll be fine. If you're set on going this coming fall, you can always try to put together another app (MIT likes older candidates, and Chicago and Kellogg should also be very accepting).
Good luck!