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Covid-19 Updates from all top Master Programs Updated on: 20 May 2020, 21:55
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Covid-19 Updates from all top Master Programs
To view updates from MBA programs, please visit this thread.. https://gmatclub.com/forum/covid-19-out ... 19924.html
I am starting this thread to get students updated from Covid-19 effects on top MiM programs, me and Narenn will keep this thread updated. If any member know some Covid-19 news about MiM Program he/she is welcome to post in the reply we might add that post in this master thread. Stay at home stay safe.

  • 20 May: INSEAD has relaxed requirements of test scores in the view of the Pandemic. You can now apply without a GMAT, GRE, EA or TOEFL. Learn More >

  • 30 Apr: Villanova University is providing GMAT/GRE waivers as well. Not on the website, but they are doing it for qualified applicants.

  • 30 Apr: LSE and HEC Montreal also waived off the GMAT requirement for MiM admissions.

  • 28 Apr: Vanderbilt MSF: GMAT/GRE has been waived off for students with a good undergrad record. View more details here: https://gmatclub.com/forum/covid-19-upd ... l#p2506986

  • St. Gallen SIM
    • SIM candidates can apply without GMAT/GRE score. For more info click here
    • University of banned all public gatherings.
    • Switched all teaching and classroom events to online formats.
    • The public programme of the University has been cancelled for the rest of the semester. For more info click here

  • ESSEC MiM
    • No interview for Round 3 & 4. Direct Admissions or Online Interview. Check out the details here.
    • Requirement of Management test and English language test for round 4 waived. Those who don't have test scores can apply directly.

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Covid-19 Updates from all top Master Programs 14 Apr 2020, 05:05
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ESSEC MiM

  • No interview for Round 3 & 4. Direct Admissions or Online Interview. Check out the details here.
  • Requirement of Management test and English language test for round 4 waived. Those who don't have test scores can apply directly.
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University of St. Gallen
  • SIM candidates can apply without GMAT/GRE score. For more info click here
  • University of banned all public gatherings.
  • Switched all teaching and classroom events to online formats.
  • The public programme of the University has been cancelled for the rest of the semester. For more info click here
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Vanderbilt MSF Program
GMAT/GRE has been waived off for students with a good undergrad record. View more details here: https://business.vanderbilt.edu/masters ... dmissions/

The school is temporarily accepting self-reported test scores for admissions consideration and will work with you if you have had your exams cancelled. Official scores will only be due upon admission.
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Update: LSE and HEC Montreal also waived off the GMAT requirement for MiM admissions.
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Villanova is providing waivers as well. Not on the website, but they are doing it for qualified applicants.

SMU is waiving as well.

Rochester is offering waivers and advising students to upload GPA and certifications in lieu of the GMAT.

EDIT - University of Southern California is now making the GMAT/GRE optional.

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INSEAD' relaxations for GMAT/GRE in the view of the Pendamic

You can now apply for INSEAD Master Programmes without a GMAT, GRE, EA or TOEFL test score, with the option to submit a score as you are able.
You can now apply for INSEAD Master Programmes without a GMAT, GRE, EA or TOEFL test score, with the option to submit a score as you are able.

Provisions for Online/At Home exams
GMAT Online Exam
GMAC has opened registrations for its GMAT Online exam, an interim alternative to the test centre version. They have appointments available for test dates as early as April 20, 2020 and through to June 15, 2020.
GMAC has opened registrations for its GMAT Online exam, an interim alternative to the test centre version. They have appointments available for test dates as early as April 20, 2020 and through to June 15, 2020.

GRE at Home
GRE Test at Home can now be taken anywhere in the world with the exception of Mainland China and Iran.
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Any programs that have waived application fee?
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Questrom, Rochester, McCoombs have waived off the application fees for their On-Campus Programs
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Many programs have updated their application deadlines and processes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

You can now apply for INSEAD Master Programmes without a GMAT, GRE, EA or TOEFL test score, with the option to submit a score as you are able.
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Really Important info for all the Indian Students who are Looking to go abroad, some other institutes offering online course and if any one looking to go Australia then their is really good programme called AUPP in which you can start career in India after an year you can go abroad to complete remaining degree Global Tree.
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Hello,

Any other new updates? as these are a few months old
Which MiM schools are still taking admits without gmat/gre?