ctiede wrote:
Hello,
Please evaluate and comment on the following:
Profile:
25 year old Canadian Caucasian male
GMAT SCORE- 690 (Q49, V34) 1st attempt
University average- 68% (This is low because I worked 30 hours a week through out university to pay my way through school). Although my GPA is low I always got high scores in my economics/commerce classes.
Qualifications:
1) Bachelor of Engineering,
2) Eligible for professional engineering license in Saskatchewan(CANADA)
3) Will be taking Hawaii(USA) professional engineering license in April 06.
Work Experience:
-Worked in Saskatchewan for a large Canadian power generating company as a power plant engineer for 3 years.
-I have been employed in Hawaii for the past year as a power plant engineer. My main duties have been project management(ie design, purchasing, evaluating projects and proposals).
-At current job I supervise junior engineers, and have recently been picked to be the second in charge of a new power plant installation(supervising senior engineers, reviewing proposal, overseeing design consultants, assisting in permiting, legal stuff), $75 million dollar project.
Currently in US - TN visa
Community service:
-Alot of activities during university.
-Volunteer for various United Way events (6-10 events/year)
-Volunteer monthly at local art academy
Extracurricular activities:
Work out at gym 5 times a week. Surf 2+ times a week, member of various online groups, learning Japanese, member of various engineering societies
Recommendations:
Expecting good recommendations current employer and former coworkers.
MBA start date: Fall 2006
I would like your comments on the following:
1) What schools do you recommend? I would like to get into Harvard, but not sure I have the qualifications.
2) When is the best time to apply 1st, 2nd, or 3rd round
3) Does my being a Canadian help or hurt my chances?
4) Do you have any suggestions to increase my chances at Harvard?
I appreciate you taking the time to review this
Thank you,
Cory
Cory,
1) I am not optimistic about your chances mainly because of your undergrad GPA. Certainly if you really want Harvard, you shoud apply to Harvard, but also apply to other schools. Don't count on Harvard.
2) The best time to apply is as early as your application is ready. I like first round, but not if you are compromising quality. Please see
Round 1/Round 2 Fight.
3) Neutral.
4) Take classes now to show you can earn A's when you are motivated and have the time. Also let the schools know you worked while going to college. Stress your leadership roles on and off the job.
You may also be interested in my tips on the
HBS 2006 MBA essays.
Good luck!
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Updated on: 26 Jul 2005, 00:50
