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Follow up, may I ask how you guys name the files?
I just do Essay1, Essay 2, etc😂
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I just do Essay1, Essay 2, etc😂
Ok thank you!!😆
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Can anyone please share tips on best practice for uploading the essays ?
No idea for best practice but I like how Ross gives instructions but Columbia has none. So, I just used Ross’s instruction for Columbia xDD, pdf, 1.5 spacing, name and prompt up top for their convenience.

Since they don’t have preferences I guess it doesn’t matter much. Just try to make it convenient for them to read.
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Anyone having an issue with the native language part?

My native language is not listed and I can't see an option for "Others".

Also seems like a requirement for submission
The best way would be to check with the AdCom directly via email at apply@gsb.columbia.edu, or you can use the help/ contact support link directly in the portal.
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For the financing your MBA part of the application, is it okay to have a financial gap or must it me covered by loans?
International applicants often cannot finalize exact loan numbers until after admission, so schools know this part is approximate, but small gaps can be fine if you acknowledge them. Show you’ve thought it through realistically. You can indicate loans/ scholarships as part of your mix. If there’s a shortfall, explicitly mention that you’ll close it via CBS loan programs or third-party providers. Just show that you have a credible plan (savings + expected loans + scholarships). For more info. you can email them at finaid@gsb.columbia.edu.
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For uploading a current photo, is anyone able to see the uploaded picture in the preview? The preview is blank for me, although when I preview other documents they appear just fine
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I dont think so, mine is in a relatively casual setting
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Can anyone please share tips on best practice for uploading the essays ?
Prepare essays in Word/ Google Docs first. After pasting into the portal, scroll carefully to check line breaks and ensure no words are cut off. Many candidates don’t check this and submit essays with formatting errors.

Word count: Stick to the school’s stated limit. Use a clean, easy-to-read font (Arial/ Times New Roman, 11 or 12 pt) and single spacing, use plain text, preview everything, read your final text, and keep backups. Keep filenames professional when uploading a document.

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Which font is more preferred for the submission documents?
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For uploading a current photo, is anyone able to see the uploaded picture in the preview? The preview is blank for me, although when I preview other documents they appear just fine
If the photo preview is blank (a known bug), check if the file name shows up in the “uploaded files” list; if yes, that means it’s attached. Historically, applicants have confirmed this was fine. If unsure, you can email and check with the AdCom directly at apply@gsb.columbia.edu
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Anyone facing this issue for CBS lor upload?
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