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Side topic but may I ask which mocks did you take? Thanks!

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I took the practiced exams of GMAC.

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And may I also ask which materials you used for the preparation. I think the Official practice tests are the best indicators. I checked your GMAT score on your profile. Congratulations!

“If” you are applying part time, your score is more than enough. I am not a professional so take it with a grain of salt.

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Sorry I confused you. I took the Official Practiced Exams that comes with the GMAT test registration (2 exams + 2 resets, yes some question were repeated but I did not check my incorrect answers before retaking). The 1st attempt (660) was to see where I stood. During the last weeks before the exam, I took three attempts to see what would be the best section-order for me.

Thank you for your thought, but I'm shooting for the Full-time. My score/GPA are still below the average so I'm trying to showcase my other aspects in the application.

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Sounds good. Good luck!

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Hello,

I just wanted a quick profile evaluation specifically for Booth, and if I should take my chances in R1 or improve certain aspects and then give my shot at R2, considering the deadline is just about 2 weeks away.

Background and nationality:
29 years, Male Indian.

Academic background:
10th from CBSE, India: 10 CGPA
12th from CBSE, India: 95%
BTech in CSE (NIT Durgapur), India: 8.88 CGPA
GRE: 327 (157V, 170Q)

Professional background:
Total Work experience: 6 years and four months as of today.
• Goldman Sachs – 4 years
o Worked and led end-to-end development to launch for high-stake consumer projects, such as Apple Card and Apple Savings (GS-Apple partnership projects) – Led various domains end to end for all the above projects.
o Globally leading a team of 10 people from India
o Two promotions in 4 years – Currently a Vice President.
o Various Engineering Awards won in 4 years.
o Spent two years in Private Equity Division as well.
• Oracle – 2 years

Extra- Curricular:
• Been a part of Goldman Sachs Community Team Works since 2019 – On an average of 12 hours a month spent towards community activities. (2019-now)
• Regular volunteer in 2 NGOs since 2019 – Teaching underserved students on weekends (2019-now)
• Regular Marathon Runner for various social causes since 2017. (2017-now)
• Had a restaurant startup in college – 1-year devoted effort. (2016)
• Initiated and set up a programming club in college from scratch. (2016)
• Co-authored a research paper in college. (2017)
• Other leadership initiatives and community work done in college and school.

Plan post-MBA– Product Management, utilizing my technical background. FinTech Space with a focus on FAANG companies post MBA.

Thank you in advance.

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Hello, I just wanted a quick profile evaluation specifically for Booth, and if I should take my chances in R1 or improve certain aspects and then give my shot at R2, considering the deadline is just about 2 weeks away. Background and nationality: 29 years, Male Indian. Academic background: 10th from ICSE, India: 10 CGPA 12th from ICSE, India: 95% BTech in CSE (NIT Durgapur), India: 8.88 CGPA GRE: 327 (157V, 170Q) Professional background: Total Work experience: 6 years and four months as of today. • Goldman Sachs – 4 years o Worked and led end-to-end development to launch for high-stake consumer projects, such as Apple Card and Apple Savings (GS-Apple partnership projects) – Led various domains end to end for all the above projects. o Globally leading a team of 10 people from India o Two promotions in 4 years – Currently a Vice President. o Various Engineering Awards won in 4 years. o Spent two years in Private Equity Division as well. • Oracle – 2 years Extra- Curricular: • Been a part of Goldman Sachs Community Team Works since 2019 – On an average of 12 hours a month spent towards community activities. (2019-now) • Regular volunteer in 2 NGOs since 2019 – Teaching underserved students on weekends (2019-now) • Regular Marathon Runner for various social causes since 2017. (2017-now) • Had a restaurant startup in college – 1-year devoted effort. (2016) • Initiated and set up a programming club in college from scratch. (2016) • Co-authored a research paper in college. (2017) • Other leadership initiatives and community work done in college and school. Plan post-MBA– Product Management, utilizing my technical background. FinTech Space with a focus on FAANG companies post MBA. Thank you in advance.

Strong profile - well done for being here. However, your readiness to apply in R1 heavily hinges on what research have you done on Booth, including but not limited to speaking with students. Do not under-estimate the importance of your homework.

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Booth seeks applicants who embody academic and professional excellence while having the potential to make a positive impact on the community. You excel in several key areas, including your academic background, professional history, awards, recognitions, volunteer work and your GRE score, especially the solid Q170. In my opinion, there is no reason to defer your application to the next round.

However, you should be aware that top-tier schools like Booth have very high standards for applications and interviews. To present a compelling application, you need to understand exactly what Booth values and weave those aspects into your narrative with concrete examples. For example, explaining why studying at Booth is more in line with your vision than at any other school can be critical to gaining admission from within the pool of highly competent applicants.

I encourage you to connect with current students and alumni to gain firsthand insights and develop your own perspective on how Booth and you can mutually benefit each other. There are numerous compelling reasons you can highlight, including the distinguished faculty (know who all?) and the tailored, flexible curriculum (how will you use it?), to underscore your thoughtful approach in selecting a business school.

I recommend that you make the most of the next two weeks and then seek guidance from an expert to assess whether your application is at the appropriate level.

Do not hesitate to reach out if you need help navigating your unique circumstances in the B School admissions process. We do not cap discussion hours for our applicants

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Hi Guys,
Please is it true that Booth usually rejects candidates above 30 and recommend them for the Executive program instead?

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Hi Guys,
Please is it true that Booth usually rejects candidates above 30 and recommend them for the Executive program instead?

I think that's hearsay. I spoke with a 33yo Booth MBA year one student some months ago just fyi.

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Hello ORES,

I hope you are doing well. To answer your question, it is not true that the Booth MBA program usually rejects candidates above 30 and recommends them for the Executive program instead. Booth does not have an age discrimination policy, and they consider each applicant on a case-by-case basis. In fact, Booth has a diverse student body, with students of all ages and backgrounds.

If you are over the age of 30 and you are interested in applying to Booth, I encourage you to do so. Depending on your needs and goals, you can apply to either the full-time MBA program or the Executive MBA program.

We offer a limited number of complimentary profile evaluations each week . We match you with the students and alums of top B-Schools according to your background and target schools. In this call, the experts will try to dig out your USP for top B-schools and provide you with honest feedback on your profile and chances to your target schools.

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Hi Guys,
Please is it true that Booth usually rejects candidates above 30 and recommend them for the Executive program instead?

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Hello jammerroy,

I hope you are doing good. Your profile looks good on the surface. You have a strong profile for the Booth School of Business at the University of Chicago. Your academic record is excellent, with a high GPA in your undergraduate degree. Your 10th and 12th-grade scores also demonstrate your consistent academic performance. While your GRE score is decent, it's slightly below the average score for admitted students at Booth. If you have the time and opportunity, you might consider retaking the GRE to improve your score.

Speaking about your work experience. Your experience at Goldman Sachs, especially your role in leading high-stakes consumer projects and managing a team, will be viewed very positively by the admissions committee. Two promotions to Vice President within four years is impressive. Your experience in both technology and private equity divisions adds diversity to your profile.

Your involvement in community service, volunteering, and marathon running shows your commitment to giving back to society and your ability to balance extracurricular activities and professional responsibilities. Initiatives like setting up a programming club and co-authoring a research paper demonstrate leadership and academic engagement. Your post-MBA career goals in Product Management in the FinTech space align well with Booth's strengths in finance and entrepreneurship. Your technical background and experience in consumer projects make you a strong candidate for this path.

Your application essays and letters of recommendation will be crucial in showcasing your personality, achievements and fit with Booth's culture. Be sure to invest time in crafting compelling essays and securing strong recommendations.

Overall, your profile is strong, and you have a good chance of being competitive in the Booth application process. If you believe you can submit a strong application by the Round 1 deadline, you should go for it. However, if you feel that you need more time to improve your GRE score or fine-tune other aspects of your application, consider applying in Round 2. Ultimately, the quality of your application and how well you convey your unique story and goals will determine your admission chances.

Good luck with your application!

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I think that’s hearsay. I spoke with a 33yo Booth MBA year one student some months ago just fyi.

Thank you!

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Hello ORES, I hope you are doing well. To answer your question, it is not true that the Booth MBA program usually rejects candidates above 30 and recommends them for the Executive program instead. Booth does not have an age discrimination policy, and they consider each applicant on a case-by-case basis. In fact, Booth has a diverse student body, with students of all ages and backgrounds. If you are over the age of 30 and you are interested in applying to Booth, I encourage you to do so. Depending on your needs and goals, you can apply to either the full-time MBA program or the Executive MBA program. We offer a limited number of complimentary profile evaluations each week . We match you with the students and alums of top B-Schools according to your background and target schools. In this call, the experts will try to dig out your USP for top B-schools and provide you with honest feedback on your profile and chances to your target schools. Book a free profile evaluation call now! Neha Hadke Strategy Manager Testimonials Meet our Panel of Consultants. Email: neha@mbaandbeyond.com MBA and Beyond

Thanks a lot for this comprehensive response

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Hi Guys, Please is it true that Booth usually rejects candidates above 30 and recommend them for the Executive program instead?

Can you share where you heard this? that seems pretty low. I feel like they would be more inclined to say this if they felt your age would impact ability to be competitive for your goal job, or they feel uncertain about you finding an internship/offer, since that isnt part of the picture for EMBA.

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Hi Guys, Please is it true that Booth usually rejects candidates above 30 and recommend them for the Executive program instead?

I don’t think this is true,, I know a couple booth alumni and students that are over 30

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Hi everyone, does anyone’s application portal showing GMAT Score Report awaiting? I remember, before submission, the application portal only asked for a self-reported score and no place to upload an unofficial report. Do we need to send the official report directly through GMAC before application deadline (I didn’t)?

Or if I send the official report now through GMAC, is it too late?

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Hi @zandro, I don’t think you should worry about this.
Booth clearly stated on their portal that while self-reported test scores are flagged until the official scores are received, your application will still be reviewed.

You should login to your app portal to confirm this information

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Or if I send the official report now through GMAC, is it too late?

Hi, actually you can send it across now as well. In any case, they asked for the self reported scores only. But just to be safe, you can send it across now. It will also help in verification!

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Thank you all. I’m clear now. I misunderstood when I read Booth’s note. I thought ‘’submit’’ meant ‘’submit unofficially report’’. They meant the self typing scores and percentiles. So, I’m like over thinking.