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Yes, many applicants apply in both Round 1 (R1) and Round 2 (R2) for HEC Paris’ MBA program. Each round has its advantages, and the choice depends on your individual circumstances.
Round 1
- Applying in R1 can demonstrate strong interest and proactive planning.
- It may offer a slight edge, especially for candidates from overrepresented backgrounds, such as Indian engineering graduates.
- However, if your GPA is currently low and you believe you can significantly improve it by the next semester, waiting might be beneficial.
Round 2
- R2 allows additional time to enhance your GPA, gain more experience, or strengthen other parts of your application.
- HEC Paris maintains consistent admission standards across rounds, so applying in R2 won’t disadvantage you if your application is stronger by then.
Recommendation:
If your GPA is currently low but you anticipate a significant improvement by the next semester, it might be beneficial to wait and apply in R2. This approach allows you to present a stronger academic profile. However, if you believe other aspects of your application (such as work experience, leadership roles, or extracurricular activities) can compensate for the lower GPA, and you have all other materials ready, applying in R1 could be advantageous.
Ultimately, the decision should be based on when you can submit the most compelling and complete application.
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is there people who applied for R1 and R2 last year , and what do you recommand applying in R1 (all good but w lower gpa) or wait for R2 which is in january but with a higher gpa