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05 Dec 2018, 11:22
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Hello there!
I'm applying with a GRE score this season...looking at Q//161 V//154.
I know this is low, but it's the best I have right now though I hope to retake it after submitting apps. The GMAT did not go well for me.
Nonetheless, I will have about 5 years of experience upon matriculation. I used to work at a major global bank in finance (client facing role) and transitioned to a top tech company (caliber of Fbook).
I started an international non-profit that has led me to unique speaking opportunities around the country. I'm also a published author. I graduauted from a top undergraduate school (right below the ivies) with a 3.5. I have a pretty clear vision of how I intend to drive my career going forward, but my test scores are really holding me back.
Do you think this is a massive showstopper at top business schools like MIT, Northwestern, Stanford? I am hopeful about retaking it but I have no visibility yet on what my improvement may look like. Will my scores dismiss me from even the initial cut? Advice?
I'm applying with a GRE score this season...looking at Q//161 V//154.
I know this is low, but it's the best I have right now though I hope to retake it after submitting apps. The GMAT did not go well for me.
Nonetheless, I will have about 5 years of experience upon matriculation. I used to work at a major global bank in finance (client facing role) and transitioned to a top tech company (caliber of Fbook).
I started an international non-profit that has led me to unique speaking opportunities around the country. I'm also a published author. I graduauted from a top undergraduate school (right below the ivies) with a 3.5. I have a pretty clear vision of how I intend to drive my career going forward, but my test scores are really holding me back.
Do you think this is a massive showstopper at top business schools like MIT, Northwestern, Stanford? I am hopeful about retaking it but I have no visibility yet on what my improvement may look like. Will my scores dismiss me from even the initial cut? Advice?
06 Dec 2018, 08:28
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Hi priyasaloni2017,
Thanks for your message. Note that many schools will not allow you to submit another score after the deadline - you'll have to check each school's policy around that.
While you are not necessarily out of the running with a lower score, it does make it a lot harder and everything else in your application will have to be extremely strong (essays, rec letters, etc.). I always think it's best to apply when you can put your best foot forward - if you can retake prior to the deadline and get that score up, that would be the best course of action.
Best,
Shaifali
Thanks for your message. Note that many schools will not allow you to submit another score after the deadline - you'll have to check each school's policy around that.
While you are not necessarily out of the running with a lower score, it does make it a lot harder and everything else in your application will have to be extremely strong (essays, rec letters, etc.). I always think it's best to apply when you can put your best foot forward - if you can retake prior to the deadline and get that score up, that would be the best course of action.
Best,
Shaifali
18 Dec 2018, 09:51
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Note: This post first appeared on Ivy Groupe's blog
How to Approach Business School Essays
Business school essays are an opportunity for candidates to share aspects of themselves with the MBA Admissions Committee in order to provide a more holistic picture of who they are; however, many candidates are daunted by the prospect of writing essays for business school applications. Based on my experience and that of clients whom I have worked with, by approaching the essay writing process in a systematic way, it can actually be quite enjoyable. If you are facing writer’s block, follow the steps below to get your juices flowing.
Read the question
Make sure you clearly understand the question that is being asked – read the question, re-read it again, and then re-read it yet again. Too many times I’ve seen candidates respond to a question without addressing what the question is asking. As you read the question multiple times, think about how you would go about answering it. Jot down some thoughts and notes (and no need to worry about grammar/word choice at this point; this is meant to be a very informal exercise).
Here are some questions to think about as you start to write down some points: What will you try to convey in the essay and how will it fit in within the context of the entire application? How will you structure the essay?
Read more here.
Applying in the near future? Contact us at https://www.ivygroupe.com/contact or info@ivygroupe.com to request a free 20-minute consultation with our Founder, an HBS grad and MBA admissions expert!
How to Approach Business School Essays
Business school essays are an opportunity for candidates to share aspects of themselves with the MBA Admissions Committee in order to provide a more holistic picture of who they are; however, many candidates are daunted by the prospect of writing essays for business school applications. Based on my experience and that of clients whom I have worked with, by approaching the essay writing process in a systematic way, it can actually be quite enjoyable. If you are facing writer’s block, follow the steps below to get your juices flowing.
Read the question
Make sure you clearly understand the question that is being asked – read the question, re-read it again, and then re-read it yet again. Too many times I’ve seen candidates respond to a question without addressing what the question is asking. As you read the question multiple times, think about how you would go about answering it. Jot down some thoughts and notes (and no need to worry about grammar/word choice at this point; this is meant to be a very informal exercise).
Here are some questions to think about as you start to write down some points: What will you try to convey in the essay and how will it fit in within the context of the entire application? How will you structure the essay?
Read more here.
Applying in the near future? Contact us at https://www.ivygroupe.com/contact or info@ivygroupe.com to request a free 20-minute consultation with our Founder, an HBS grad and MBA admissions expert!
