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Buried is the right word ! The deal is, I did my undergrad overseas and the registrar's office (at my former school) will take a few weeks to send the transcripts. However, before I moved to the US -- I took several sealed transcripts from the school and I am contemplating whether I can use those. What makes it complicated is that I attended 3 Universities (1 UG(overseas) and 2 Grad(the US) ). I think I'll call the admissions dept and ask them about it.

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I had just sent the originals I had with me for UG and Grad to them. No sealed envelope. I dont think it says sealed anywhere Does it? The transcripts need to be official not photocopies.

If it helps you dude:

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Submit official transcripts and proof of your undergraduate degree to The University of Texas at Austin - Graduate and International Admission Center (GIAC).
All applicants are required to submit official transcripts to GIAC. Official is defined as original documents or photocopies stamped or attested by the issuing college or university. Although you will also be asked to scan and submit your transcripts on the online portion of the application, please make sure your official transcripts arrive within a few weeks of the time you submit your online application. A delay in receiving these official transcripts will cause a delay in the evaluation of your application. Do not send official transcripts to the McCombs School of Business directly. The ability to send electronic transcripts is available at some U.S. schools. If you are sending official paper transcripts, we recommend using a courier service so you can track delivery. Please see Education History section below and read the answers to Common Questions on transcripts before completing this step.
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Buried is the right word ! The deal is, I did my undergrad overseas and the registrar's office (at my former school) will take a few weeks to send the transcripts. However, before I moved to the US -- I took several sealed transcripts from the school and I am contemplating whether I can use those. What makes it complicated is that I attended 3 Universities (1 UG(overseas) and 2 Grad(the US) ). I think I'll call the admissions dept and ask them about it.

Thanks for the response !

I had just sent the originals I had with me for UG and Grad to them. No sealed envelope. I dont think it says sealed anywhere Does it? The transcripts need to be official not photocopies.

If it helps you dude:

Mail-In or Uploaded Items Instructions:
Submit official transcripts and proof of your undergraduate degree to The University of Texas at Austin - Graduate and International Admission Center (GIAC).
All applicants are required to submit official transcripts to GIAC. Official is defined as original documents or photocopies stamped or attested by the issuing college or university. Although you will also be asked to scan and submit your transcripts on the online portion of the application, please make sure your official transcripts arrive within a few weeks of the time you submit your online application. A delay in receiving these official transcripts will cause a delay in the evaluation of your application. Do not send official transcripts to the McCombs School of Business directly. The ability to send electronic transcripts is available at some U.S. schools. If you are sending official paper transcripts, we recommend using a courier service so you can track delivery. Please see Education History section below and read the answers to Common Questions on transcripts before completing this step.
By Courier (recommended for tracking your documents):
GIAC
405 W. 25th Street
The University of Texas
Austin, TX 78705
Phone: 512-475-7391

FAQ Page:
https://new.mccombs.utexas.edu/MBA/Full- ... tions.aspx
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submitted app for R2.( waiting for second rec to come-in)

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Quick question for everyone-

Under Education, McCombs asks you to list your GPA for upper-level courses. I have taken classes at 4 undergraduate institutions, but only 1 have I taken upper level courses (the one where my degree is from). So, what would you do for the GPA for schools where you didn't take upper level courses at?

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Quick question for everyone-

Under Education, McCombs asks you to list your GPA for upper-level courses. I have taken classes at 4 undergraduate institutions, but only 1 have I taken upper level courses (the one where my degree is from). So, what would you do for the GPA for schools where you didn't take upper level courses at?

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I wouldn't worry about it, just put your calculated GPA for the last two years of your undergrad, whereever they may be. You will need to supply your official transcripts anyways, so if they have any questions, they can always look at those since they list the dates, etc.
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Anyone here can give a McCombs EMBA vs Partime at Haas/Kellogg/Booth comparison?
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Hello all!

This might have been already answered but I do have questions regarding the "rolling" admissions deadline.

I could use the weekend to tighten my essays so can anyone tell me whether there is a difference between submitting tonight (R2 deadline) or submitting say on Sunday (two days after R2 deadline).

Any responses are appreciated! Thanks!
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Hello all!

This might have been already answered but I do have questions regarding the "rolling" admissions deadline.

I could use the weekend to tighten my essays so can anyone tell me whether there is a difference between submitting tonight (R2 deadline) or submitting say on Sunday (two days after R2 deadline).

Any responses are appreciated! Thanks!
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I personally wouldn't mess with the Round 3 application deadlines. If you can get your essay in by Round 2, then go for it, unless you feel that your essay would be MUCH better if you submitted it 2 days later. How does your profile look ? If you have a very strong all around app, then you may be fine, but usually round 3 apps have a disadvantage compared to rounds I and II.
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Spoke to them and they say that the deadlines are guidelines and that they review on a first-come first serve basis. So it's the difference between the people who would submit between tonight and the time I submit mine....
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All quiet on the admission front?
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Quiet for me....

No admit call, no ding. I submitted on 10/29 and interviewed on 11/29. I really thought I would have a final decision by now - It's pretty frustrating.

I'm debating a call to the admissions office next week, as I'm really running up against some deadlines...
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Does anyone know how strict they are on essay length? The third essay is killing me. I have it down to 581 words, although it's supposed to be 500. Is Texas a stickler for word count or can you get away with a few extra? Thanks!!
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Does anyone know how strict they are on essay length? The third essay is killing me. I have it down to 581 words, although it's supposed to be 500. Is Texas a stickler for word count or can you get away with a few extra? Thanks!!
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I'd cut it down. 10% over is a typical guideline but even that can be pushing it sometimes.
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Does anyone know how strict they are on essay length? The third essay is killing me. I have it down to 581 words, although it's supposed to be 500. Is Texas a stickler for word count or can you get away with a few extra? Thanks!!
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I doubt schools are actually counting words, but I think it's important to stay as close to the limits as possible.

Opinions vary on word leeway. Some suggest no more than 1% over and some say as much as 10%. If the school likes what you say, I don't think they will penalize you for submitting 550 on a 500 word essay. If you blatantly ignore the limit and submit a 1200 word essay, then you might piss them off.
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10-20 words over might not be such a big issue but 50 + words over might be pushing it.
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10-20 words over might not be such a big issue but 50 + words over might be pushing it.
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I would stick to the world limit: if the adcom checks the word limit and your essays are over,it will suggest that you cant follow instructions. However, there are people who follow the +/-5% rule, but I dont believe in it.
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10-20 words over might not be such a big issue but 50 + words over might be pushing it.

I would stick to the world limit: if the adcom checks the word limit and your essays are over,it will suggest that you cant follow instructions. However, there are people who follow the +/-5% rule, but I dont believe in it.
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Ok thank. I guess it's time to do some serious editing!
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Just submitted my application. In for R2.
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maybemba2013,

Just as a point of reference...I was recently admitted and my third essay was just over 600 words, so I don't think you should have a problem.

Both of my other essays were almost right on the word limit. Hope this helps!
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maybemba2013,

Just as a point of reference...I was recently admitted and my third essay was just over 600 words, so I don't think you should have a problem.

Both of my other essays were almost right on the word limit. Hope this helps!
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Congrats on the admit.
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