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Do we absolutely have to provide official scores? Has anyone reported unofficial scores while asking them to consider these for admission, requesting to submit official scores upon admission?
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You dont need to provide official score or transcript until the offer of admission
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Does Cornell allow LOR submission to be a couple of days after deadline?
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The main question is why would you not— for something of this enormous consequence— ensure that everything was in well before the deadline?

I’m not trying to be mean but in the real world, deadlines are far more rigid. No person is so special that they need exemptions. If you need something extra you should have prepared for it in advance.
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Hey, I spoke to Cornell and they said that you only have to do the Rivera stuff after you accept, but they’re very lenient on that but they’re very strict about is your deposit you need to get that in for the deadline

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The main question is why would you not— for something of this enormous consequence— ensure that everything was in well before the deadline?

I’m not trying to be mean but in the real world, deadlines are far more rigid. No person is so special that they need exemptions. If you need something extra you should have prepared for it in advance.
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I get that’s reality and I hear you. That’s the best way to prepare, but some things can happen in life that are very extraordinary situations. I was in the hospital for a family member with cancer, a school accommodated that an extended my deadline. It was completely out of my control. It just happened and I was perfectly OK with losing that opportunity to apply because I had to attend a family matter. You’d be surprised at how nice some of these schools are if you’re honest with them and let them know in a timely manner what’s going on.

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Btw did you do revera yet? ive been having challenges contacting my HR to let them know.
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The main question is why would you not— for something of this enormous consequence— ensure that everything was in well before the deadline?

I’m not trying to be mean but in the real world, deadlines are far more rigid. No person is so special that they need exemptions. If you need something extra you should have prepared for it in advance.
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Who would you add to an applicant's stress right now ?

This is not nice.
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Who would you add to an applicant’s stress right now ?

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If you were the one who asked this question, just let them know the situation they’re gonna accommodate it most likely don’t wait. Just let them know. They understand people are busy and that’s something out of your control. They also understand that you can’t necessarily bug your old boss to the point of doing it. They’re not stupid.
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The main question is why would you not— for something of this enormous consequence— ensure that everything was in well before the deadline?

I’m not trying to be mean but in the real world, deadlines are far more rigid. No person is so special that they need exemptions. If you need something extra you should have prepared for it in advance.
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Everyone is in their own circumstances. You don't know what another person is going through. Things can go wrong at any moment, especially something that depends on a third party like an LOR

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Yes reach out to the Adcoms, I know for the fact that they offer grace for up to a week if requested
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I think both points can be true at the same time. On the one hand, extraordinary situations do happen, and schools can be understanding if you communicate early and honestly. No one is denying that.

On the other hand, the safest assumption for something as high-stakes as an MBA application is that deadlines are firm and that you are responsible for building buffers, especially for things like LORs that depend on others. Accountability is not cruelty, and the application process is demanding by design. Different people phrase this more bluntly than others, but the underlying point was about accountability, not a lack of empathy.

As a housekeeping note: many common questions (including LOR grace periods and official scores) have already been answered above, many times. Please scroll or use the search option in WhatsApp or Ctrl/Cmd+F on the web before reposting. It helps keep the chat useful for everyone.
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I think both points can be true at the same time. On the one hand, extraordinary situations do happen, and schools can be understanding if you communicate early and honestly. No one is denying that.

On the other hand, the safest assumption for something as high-stakes as an MBA application is that deadlines are firm and that you are responsible for building buffers, especially for things like LORs that depend on others. Accountability is not cruelty, and the application process is demanding by design. Different people phrase this more bluntly than others, but the underlying point was about accountability, not a lack of empathy.

As a housekeeping note: many common questions (including LOR grace periods and official scores) have already been answered above, many times. Please scroll or use the search option in WhatsApp or Ctrl/Cmd+F on the web before reposting. It helps keep the chat useful for everyone.
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Yep. my point is not about ignoring extenuating circumstances or not extending empathy, but was more about remaining accountable within a set process.
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Yep. my point is not about ignoring extenuating circumstances or not extending empathy, but was more about remaining accountable within a set process.
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don't be overbearing !!
lots of applicants are under stress right now you don't want to add to it.
if you can't provide feedback needed, you could as well take a chill.
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> The main question is why would you not— for something of this enormous consequence— ensure that everything was in well before the deadline?
> I’m not trying to be mean but in the real world, deadlines are far more rigid. No person is so special that they need exemptions. If you need something extra you should have prepared for it in advance.
I get that’s reality and I hear you. That’s the best way to prepare, but some things can happen in life that are very extraordinary situations. I was in the hospital for a family member with cancer, a school accommodated that an extended my deadline. It was completely out of my control. It just happened and I was perfectly OK with losing that opportunity to apply because I had to attend a family matter. You’d be surprised at how nice some of these schools are if you’re honest with them and let them know in a timely manner what’s going on.
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dont explain yourself you will be fine.. everyone is supportive.. good luck with everything bro
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The main question is why would you not— for something of this enormous consequence— ensure that everything was in well before the deadline?

I’m not trying to be mean but in the real world, deadlines are far more rigid. No person is so special that they need exemptions. If you need something extra you should have prepared for it in advance.
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I've to chide you here man.


Any admits or scholarships or jobs wont put anyone on a pedestal to pass these remarks. I agree that there are lot of incompetent and under achievers in world, but there is a way to guide and help them.

The way you said "Lol" above this text just shows arrogance as per me


Bossing like this just hurts the confidence of the other person.

It's good you are open to guidance, but Nothing wrong in bringing some empathy. Hope you inculcate that in Duke
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Apologies for saying “lol”— you’re definitely right, can see how that comes across as mean.

Nor did I mean to come across as unempathetic. Extenuating circumstances are very real— but like I said above, my point was re accountability. Nevertheless point taken, could have phrased things far better.
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Apologies for saying “lol”— you’re definitely right, can see how that comes across as mean.

Nor did I mean to come across as unempathetic. Extenuating circumstances are very real— but like I said above, my point was re accountability. Nevertheless point taken, could have phrased things far better.
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It’s ok treat it as a learning experience. You can be right but still be in the wrong remember that.
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Apologies for saying “lol”— you’re definitely right, can see how that comes across as mean.

Nor did I mean to come across as unempathetic. Extenuating circumstances are very real— but like I said above, my point was re accountability. Nevertheless point taken, could have phrased things far better.
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Appreciate you accepting it.
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