Chances for a Top 5 MBA

Hi there,

To be honest it's always going to be impossible to say, especially in this format without getting to know you better and seeing your full application and sitting in on your interview etc that any particular school is for sure "achievable" by any given candidate.... as all schools will tell you, it's a very holistic process based not just on specific stats but on the complete picture of what you bring to the class, demonstrated through a myriad of channels, and then how that compares to OTHER strong applicants, that particular cycle etc. There will always be some subjectivity in the process as well.

All that said, I think Booth & Fuqua are likely reasonable for you to apply to, and if you'd like a 'safer' option for higher chances you could look at other options too. MIT is always tough and I'm hearing they've had a record application year. And their acceptance rate often is quite close to that of HBS... so it will be a reach for sure. But that doesn't mean don't try... they have a very open-ended application 'essay' that can allow someone to show a great deal of creativity through various formats... I would argue that can give many people a chance who can successfully grab reader attention and make a strong impression and show what they will bring to the school. Good luck and keep us posted!