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07 Mar 2012, 05:49

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Did anyone get an email from CASE today?

Yep, I did too. I was kind of excited there for a minute. Then I realised that it was a generic email that probably went out to all applicants who indicated an interest in CASE.

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07 Mar 2012, 08:05

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I also heard that only about 20-30% of the people interviewed in China will be admitted, but since we are in the domestic applicant pool, I guess this speculation doesn't apply to us. Any idea?

If that is the case that 20% - 30% of interviees get an admit in China, then interviees from elsewhere would have a higher than 45% chance of admit somewhere outside China right?

Any idea what subset of applicants would be able to get that benefit?

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07 Mar 2012, 08:42

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I also heard that only about 20-30% of the people interviewed in China will be admitted, but since we are in the domestic applicant pool, I guess this speculation doesn't apply to us. Any idea?

I doubt that the number of Chinese applicants who interviewed is significant compared to the total applicants. Hence, I am still going to stick with ~50%

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07 Mar 2012, 08:52

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Any round 3 peeps out there? I'm getting ready to submit either today or tomorrow. Duke is the only school I'm applying to. So excited to apply. Crossing fingers!

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Quick question... Is there a possibility of students not invited for interview on 8th February to be called for the interview in the later stages/ given a admit later ??

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07 Mar 2012, 11:21

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Did anyone get an email from CASE today?

Yep, I did too. I was kind of excited there for a minute. Then I realised that it was a generic email that probably went out to all applicants who indicated an interest in CASE.

Same here. It was pretty cruel of them to say "as you make your acceptance decision" before we even have a decision to make.

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07 Mar 2012, 12:13

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Any round 3 peeps out there? I'm getting ready to submit either today or tomorrow. Duke is the only school I'm applying to. So excited to apply. Crossing fingers!

Since Duke is the only school to which you are applying, make sure to let them know that Duke is the one and only school to which you would like to go this coming Fall semester. As an R3 applicant, it is very important for you to stand out. Most of the other R3 applicants are applying because they weren't quite successful in the other rounds. By telling Duke that they're your #1 school, you separate yourself from the rest of the pack.

Good luck!

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07 Mar 2012, 12:15

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Quick question... Is there a possibility of students not invited for interview on 8th February to be called for the interview in the later stages/ given a admit later ??

It's possible, but I'm not sure if it's probable. Good luck!

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07 Mar 2012, 12:23

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I also heard that only about 20-30% of the people interviewed in China will be admitted, but since we are in the domestic applicant pool, I guess this speculation doesn't apply to us. Any idea?

I doubt that the number of Chinese applicants who interviewed is significant compared to the total applicants. Hence, I am still going to stick with ~50%

I support this approach. You've done everything in your power to impress AdCom, so don't over analyze the situation because it will do you no good. Good luck!

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07 Mar 2012, 12:44

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Does anyone know what time is the app due tomorrow? March 8th at what time EST?

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07 Mar 2012, 13:09

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Does anyone know what time is the app due tomorrow? March 8th at what time EST?

It was 11:59PM EST for round 2.

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07 Mar 2012, 14:13

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I've got my first deposit due for another school at noon on the 20th, the same day Fuqua sends out their notifications. Based on previous round applicants' experiences, what time did you receive notification of your decision from Fuqua?

Thanks.

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07 Mar 2012, 14:27

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Any round 3 peeps out there? I'm getting ready to submit either today or tomorrow. Duke is the only school I'm applying to. So excited to apply. Crossing fingers!

Thanks stripes. I definitely mentioned that they're the only school I am applying to this year in my 'why Duke' essay. I just submitted a few minutes ago. The fingers are crossed. Do you know whether alumni referrals matter in the process? I have one from a friend and alum who graduated two years ago and got the nifty app reduction fee.

Good luck to all submitting out there!!

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07 Mar 2012, 15:46

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I got my decision around 1:30 pm...

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07 Mar 2012, 17:23

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Any round 3 peeps out there? I'm getting ready to submit either today or tomorrow. Duke is the only school I'm applying to. So excited to apply. Crossing fingers!

I'm not sure how much of an advantage the alum recs give you, but it will definitely help somehow.

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07 Mar 2012, 18:00

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Any round 3 peeps out there? I'm getting ready to submit either today or tomorrow. Duke is the only school I'm applying to. So excited to apply. Crossing fingers!

I am in for round 3 and is submitting my application tonight.

Duke is the only school I am applying for.

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Any round 3 peeps out there? I'm getting ready to submit either today or tomorrow. Duke is the only school I'm applying to. So excited to apply. Crossing fingers!

I am in for round 3 and is submitting my application tonight.

Duke is the only school I am applying for.

good luck travisz. In the pool with you.

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Thanks. Hope we both get in.

Seems we have similar backgrounds too with interests in healthcare and entrepreneurship.

I work for a medical device startup.

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Any round 3 peeps out there? I'm getting ready to submit either today or tomorrow. Duke is the only school I'm applying to. So excited to apply. Crossing fingers!

I hate to disagree with threestripes as he obviously knows his stuff, but I have to wonder whether mentioning in the essay that you are "only" applying to Duke is a wise strategy or not. I'm wondering how many people state this dishonestly in their essays, i.e. saying that they are only applying to Duke when in actuality they are applying to other schools, and if it is something that's common if that might lead adcoms to be suspicious of the candidate's authenticity. Even if it doesn't lead them to be suspicious, by telling them that you are only applying to Duke, I'd have to think that would greatly lessen your chance of getting scholarship or fellowship funding as well. Since they would know that no other schools are competing for you, there would be no incentive for them to offer any aid.

On top of all that, I have to wonder if only applying for one school might not reflect positively on the candidate. After all, part of recruiting for jobs is getting your name out to a lot of different companies and tossing your net wide, considering many different paths and opportunities. If you were to recruit for McKinsey and ONLY for McKinsey...well then what would happen if you didn't get the offer? Schools undoubtedly want to accept candidates that will recruit well and get great job offers.

In short, I think there's a lot of drawbacks to showing "too much love" for just one school. Maybe I'm overthinking it though? I know you've already submitted the ap so it's a moot point, but I think this is an interesting discussion to consider for other future candidates.

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xzep, I hear ya. I figure I have nothing to lose. I've been through this process before (2009) and know what I'm looking for this time around. Granted, it's the last round and all. I think there's an art to showing love to schools but if you can back that love up with some evidence and sincerity, then I think it's in favor of the applicant.

In the end, me love Dukey lol. I only hope they believe me among those that are just applying for the sake of getting in and really not sure whether the school is the perfect fit.