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I am also doing the LGO program at MIT, which is a dual MBA/MS
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Hey y’all, I’m Francis and a recent admit. Feel free to ask away

Yes sign up with admissions for campus events. Big plus because it’s a chance to interact with admissions and get bonus points for attending admission events.

Taking MBA math or HBS core is another way to demonstrate commitment and quant readiness.
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Hi Francis! I’d love to get your perspective on what aspects of my profile to highlight for Sloan? What do they value and how can I put my best foot forward?

Actually not just Francis but I see there’s a bunch of you!

Would love perspectives :)
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I was very concerned about applying to MIT because my GMAT was not the strongest...... so hopefully that gives some of you a litte bit of hope....... Their application is also much different then other programs
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Craft your story, tell it well, and be genuine throughout the entire application.

Remember, every part of your application is another part to showcase yourself (application, resume, video, cover letter).
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Their essay is a 300 word cover letter. I think it helps to demonstrate not only your goals, but how you have been a problem solver in previous professions.
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yeah, with so little space to write (cover letter and video essay), I really want to understand what to focus on!
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For the MBA candidates - what kind of assistance did you leverage in your application process? MBA Consultants, scholarship orgs like Forte, etc
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I used mostly first years at sloan to help

not sure if there are any vets in here, but the vets club was awesome in helping
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Also - curious to hear about video essays! Did you focus on one topic only / share an over arching life story?
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you have 60 seconds to introduce yourself. not that long
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Definitely story. Highlight how you’re different and what makes you unique.
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Early thoughts but I wanted to video it at a women’s only gym I’m a member of and have helped grow as a community over the last 2 years.

But I thought maybe that’s too limited in scope

but is a big part of my life :)
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I used first year students to help me through various clubs, service to school, and an admissions consultant.
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I feel like the idea of storytelling/being genuine becomes so daunting because you’re trying to find a fine line between your professional/silly self. How did you approach your tone for the video essay? Or even the essay, if that was a factor in your mind
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thank you so much btw!
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If that’s a big part of your life, then definitely go that route. All the current students told me to be genuine. Being genuine is so important in your application.
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