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14 Sep 2016, 14:32
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Hello All,
I apologize if this has been answered before, but I've searched without any luck. I'll ask my question, then give some background.
What T20 MBA programs review applications from individuals who are still undergrads?
I dropped out of college after two years (Class of '12) and continued in a position I already had. I've now moved through the same organization to be the Exec. Asst. for the President of a large non-profit. I'm now back in college and finishing out my undergrad. I'll graduate Summer '17. I'd like to apply this year for schools, but not sure the best approach. My goal is to enter with the Class of '19 next fall, but I understand that's reaching. I do have the 5-6 years of work experience under me, but not sure if none of it matters till I have the degree in hand. Do any programs offer conditional acceptance? ie. If I don't graduate then they pull the offer, but if I do, then I'm in.
Does anyone have advice they offer from experience or just general advice?
Programs: McCombs, Darden, CBS, Kellogg
GMATPrep: 720 (twice), Official exam scheduled for October.
Age: 26
GPA: ~3.0
Thanks!
cw
I apologize if this has been answered before, but I've searched without any luck. I'll ask my question, then give some background.
What T20 MBA programs review applications from individuals who are still undergrads?
I dropped out of college after two years (Class of '12) and continued in a position I already had. I've now moved through the same organization to be the Exec. Asst. for the President of a large non-profit. I'm now back in college and finishing out my undergrad. I'll graduate Summer '17. I'd like to apply this year for schools, but not sure the best approach. My goal is to enter with the Class of '19 next fall, but I understand that's reaching. I do have the 5-6 years of work experience under me, but not sure if none of it matters till I have the degree in hand. Do any programs offer conditional acceptance? ie. If I don't graduate then they pull the offer, but if I do, then I'm in.
Does anyone have advice they offer from experience or just general advice?
Programs: McCombs, Darden, CBS, Kellogg
GMATPrep: 720 (twice), Official exam scheduled for October.
Age: 26
GPA: ~3.0
Thanks!
cw
15 Sep 2016, 23:53
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Hi coltonlwatson,
An undergrad degree is a must for enrolling into an MBA program.
Some schools such as Stern will process your application without an undergrad degree, but will need it before you can enroll. This is what they say:
Many others are silent on this (submitting the transcripts/ degree at a later stage).
What you need to do is visit the FAQ in Admissions section (on the website) of your target school, and look for the eligibility criteria. If the school is silent on the issue, write to them asking if you can submit it later.
An undergrad degree is a must for enrolling into an MBA program.
Some schools such as Stern will process your application without an undergrad degree, but will need it before you can enroll. This is what they say:
Quote:
Many others are silent on this (submitting the transcripts/ degree at a later stage).
What you need to do is visit the FAQ in Admissions section (on the website) of your target school, and look for the eligibility criteria. If the school is silent on the issue, write to them asking if you can submit it later.
18 Sep 2016, 18:07
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You will need a degree. Also, once you get a degree make sure you have a clear story for the reason behind your delayed degree. Use the optional essay to clear that aspect up. Also, you may want to consider additional work experience given an exec asst job title will not impress most of the programs listed given the competitiveness. You had great exposure to leadership so I suspect you have learned a lot in this role so applying from this role may make sense for you
