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Great question. I would say: don’t try to tell them what you think they want to hear. Be authentic in your strengths, weaknesses, goals, etc

Do you have any suggestions on how to show fit within your application?

How many schools did you all apply to in total? I know Duke was the priority but just curious to know

Fix my resume early on. I think I got waitlisted because my resume wasn’t presented that well. I cannot emphasize the importance of a resume. It’s literally the face of your candidacy. The last waitlist update that I sent in was an updated resume and I got an offer with a merit scholarship 10 days later (after being waitlisted for 9 months)

Another important point guys, give enough time to school research as well. if you genuinely connect with the school, course, community, town, etc. You’ll put in the effort to get in. If it’s one among the many options, your efforts will be half-hearted. I got rejected from a lot of lower ranked MBA programs because I was focusing on my Fuqua application. I’m glad I didn’t give each program equal attention.

Nope. Both Ankit and I got off waitlists (after applying in EA) with scholarships!

Thanks so much - appreciate all of your insights!!

Nope. It’s very wholistic. Rather it gives you a better chance. Don’t worry about these things and try putting your best foot forward. At the end of the day, we’re all targeting a full-ride at our dream schools