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I was admitted to Booth and a few other EMBA programs so I'll try to answer some of your questions. EMBAs are a bit different in that the program is part-time and there's typically a premium. If I'm not mistaken, Booth's EMBA is some $50K more expensive but includes a couple of global residencies. However, you're not taking 2 years off of work/lost wages. Depending on where you live, travel can get pricey, only increasing the overall cost of the program. Scholarships are minimal if at all so expect to pay a lot out of pocket unless you're sponsored. Full sponsorships are becoming rare these days and from the sound of the admit open house, many are self-funding.

The cohort is typically older, the average age is about 37 and 13 years experience. I'm almost identical to the average. EMBA/PT programs are usually more forgiving with test scores and GPA. Booth's site has a lot of good info.

Most folks are seeking to advance in their given industry/function but there are also career switchers and those seeking the entrepreneurial path. Booth has support for EMBAs there with the Global New Venture Challenge associated with the Polsky Center. You won't be joining the FT cohort though with interviews and internships, so career switching will take extraordinary effort.

From what I gather, brand equity is comparable. It's the network that differs a bit. The EMBA cohort is much smaller, so although you can absolutely reach out to other alum across the programs and graduation years, your strong relationships built in the FT program are going to be larger and better. What I like about Booth is their career support is strong and there are plenty of resources specifically for EMBA grads.

Some of your questions are more specific and I would connect with the EMBA admissions group if I were you.

Here's the link to the dedicated EMBA gmatclub forum:
https://gmatclub.com/forum/executive-mba-programs-345/
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Looks like the calls have started for admitted applicants. Join the chat here https://gmatclub.com/forum/mchat.php?room_id=50050042

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  • Admitted, just now, from India, GMAT:770 (Q50 V46), heard via: phone
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  • Admitted, 13 minutes ago, from India, GMAT:740, GPA: 4, heard via: phone
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Updates for the last hour:

  • Admitted, 15 minutes ago, from United States, GMAT:760, GPA: 3.36, Industry: Military & Defense, heard via: phone
  • Admitted, 16 minutes ago, heard via: phone
  • Admitted, 30 minutes ago, from United States, GMAT:770 (Q51 V42), Industry: Insurance, WE 75, heard via: phone
  • Admitted, 31 minutes ago, from Colombia, GMAT:720 (Q50 V38), Industry: Non-Profit and Government, WE 52, heard via: phone
  • Admitted, 34 minutes ago, from Brazil, GMAT:740 (Q50 V40), Industry: Transportation, heard via: phone
  • Admitted, 51 minutes ago, from Italy, GMAT:750 (Q50 V41), GPA: 4, Industry: Consulting, WE 55, heard via: phone
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  • Admitted, 20 minutes ago, from United States, GMAT:730 (Q49 V40), GPA: 3.63, Industry: Consulting, WE 36, heard via: phone
  • Admitted, 41 minutes ago, from Colombia, GMAT:740 (Q50 V41), GPA: 3.5, Industry: Other, WE 74, heard via: phone

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  • Admitted, 5 minutes ago, from United States, GMAT:760 (Q51 V41), GPA: 2.96, Industry: Consumer Products, WE 56, heard via: phone
  • Admitted, 25 minutes ago, from United States, GMAT:740 (Q49 V41), GPA: 3.7, Industry: Venture Capital, WE 48, heard via: phone

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  • Admitted, 49 minutes ago, from Nigeria, GMAT:690, Industry: Energy and Utilities, WE 70, heard via: phone
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Booth DECISION TRACKER

Updates for the last hour:

  • Denied, 10 minutes ago, from United States, GMAT:760 (Q50 V42), GPA: 3.69, Industry: Consulting, WE 48, heard via: portal_update
  • Waitlisted, 12 minutes ago, from Pakistan, GMAT:740 (Q49 V41), GPA: 3.4, heard via: portal_update
  • Denied, 19 minutes ago, from Brazil, GMAT:720 (Q49 V39), Industry: Commercial Banking, WE 55, heard via: portal_update
  • Waitlisted, 20 minutes ago, from Singapore, GMAT:730, Industry: Other, heard via: portal_update
  • Denied, 22 minutes ago, from Brazil, GMAT:760 (Q50 V42), Industry: Energy and Utilities, heard via: portal_update
  • Denied, 22 minutes ago, from United States, GMAT:770 (Q50 V40), GPA: 3.82, Industry: Other, heard via: portal_update
  • Denied, 25 minutes ago, from United States, GMAT:710 (Q47 V40), GPA: 3.7, Industry: Pharmaceuticals and Biotech, WE 66, heard via: portal_update

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Hi fellow admits! I'm from India and look forward to meeting you all at Chicago the coming fall :)

Did you guys get the letter on email as well? I'm waiting for my scholarship information still. The letter is on the portal but nothing in my inbox yet. Also pls do register for the kickoff event on the 9th :D
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Updates for the last hour:

  • Denied, 24 minutes ago, from United States, GPA: 3.74, Industry: Retail, WE 79, heard via: portal_update
  • Waitlisted, 29 minutes ago, from India, GMAT:730 (Q49 V41), heard via: portal_update
  • Admitted, 31 minutes ago, heard via: portal_update
  • Waitlisted, 31 minutes ago, heard via: portal_update
  • Waitlisted, 32 minutes ago, from United States, GMAT:740 (Q50), GPA: 3.6, Industry: Commercial Banking, WE 60, heard via: portal_update
  • Waitlisted, 33 minutes ago, GMAT:750 (Q49 V44), heard via: portal_update
  • Denied, 33 minutes ago, from India, GMAT:760 (Q50 V44), Industry: Investment Banking, WE 67, heard via: portal_update
  • Denied, 34 minutes ago, heard via: portal_update
  • Waitlisted, 35 minutes ago, heard via: portal_update
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Hi guys

Do you know if booth accepts an updated GMAT score after the deadline?
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Hi everyone,

For anyone who is on the waitlist, were you assigned a specific waitlist manager/admissions officer to contact? Or have you been directed to the general admissions@chicagobooth.edu email for questions and updates?

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Hi everyone,

For anyone who is on the waitlist, were you assigned a specific waitlist manager/admissions officer to contact? Or have you been directed to the general admissions@chicagobooth.edu email for questions and updates?

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I have also posted this question here https://gmatclub.com/forum/calling-all- ... l#p2712615
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Does anyone know when should R2 applicants be expecting the interview notices? Thank you!
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Does anyone know when should R2 applicants be expecting the interview notices? Thank you!

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From the last year's data, I see that the interview invites have started coming out from Jan 31 onwards. I guess you will hear back soon. All the best :)

https://gmatclub.com/forum/booth-189/de ... acker.html
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Does anyone know when should R2 applicants be expecting the interview notices? Thank you!

kryslu

From the last year's data, I see that the interview invites have started coming out from Jan 31 onwards. I guess you will hear back soon. All the best :)

https://gmatclub.com/forum/booth-189/de ... acker.html

Thank you Nikhil!!
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