MV23 wrote:
So, Stanford sent out an update today. Pretty neat I would say!
Here's the text of the message in case it's of use to R2 applicants.
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First things first -- this update is not specific to your Stanford MBA application. It pertains to all first-round applicants.
That said, we know waiting is hard! We have been hearing from candidates that knowing more about what's happening inside the "black box" might be helpful, so we are writing to share a little more information with you.
• As promised, we will begin issuing interview invitations on 19 October.
• Also, as promised, we will send invitations regularly through 17 November.
• If you have not received an interview invitation by end of day 17 November, you will not be admitted in this round.
Here are some of the questions we've received from you:
Why does it take so long? Why don't you send all the interview invitations on one date?
Because you're human and so are we. This is not an automated process. We respect the time and care you put into your application, and so we want to take the time to understand each applicant's background, aspirations, and potential. While scores and grades command attention in the blogosphere, each of you is more than a combination of statistics; we are building a community as well as a class. Yes, it's slower, but that is because real people are getting to know you through your application.
If I receive my interview invitation soon, does that mean I have a better chance of getting admitted?
No, we do not review applications in any particular order, and applicants are not ranked when we send out interview invitations. The timing of your interview invitation reflects only the order in which your application was reviewed - nothing more, nothing less.
Remind me, what happens next?
You will receive an email from us on 17 November reminding you to log in to your online application for an update on the status of your application. At this stage, there will be three possibilities:
1. You have already been invited to interview, and your application is under consideration. On 9 December you will find out if you will be admitted, denied, or offered a spot in the waitpool.
2. You were not selected for an interview, and your application is denied. This decision is final.
3. You are being offered a spot in the waitpool with the possibility of being invited to interview at a future date.
Rest assured there is nothing more you need to do to get our attention or improve your chances for an interview; your application speaks for itself. To maintain fairness, we don't consider information submitted after the application deadline, so please do not provide us with new test scores, job changes, promotions, or other updates.
Until then, we hope you can enjoy saying your "favorite word" while eating your "favorite food." We are enjoying the opportunity to learn about you through your application.
Warm regards,
Stanford MBA Admissions Office
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80 hours before my blood could be transfused into Red Bull's new recipe for that added EDGE boost lol ... 288,000 seconds to go!