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11 Mar 2019, 21:21
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Hello everyone,
I intend to apply to ISB's YLP program this year. However, I'm worried if a gap year between my 12th grade and Engineering degree would lower my prospects of being selected. And what reason should I cite for the same? Also, should I mention it in the essay? If so, how do you suggest I state it and to what extent should I elaborate on it? And should I mention it in Stage 1 essay, Stage 2 essay or both?
Please help me out; Really tensed since the Stage 1 application deadline is nearing
I intend to apply to ISB's YLP program this year. However, I'm worried if a gap year between my 12th grade and Engineering degree would lower my prospects of being selected. And what reason should I cite for the same? Also, should I mention it in the essay? If so, how do you suggest I state it and to what extent should I elaborate on it? And should I mention it in Stage 1 essay, Stage 2 essay or both?
Please help me out; Really tensed since the Stage 1 application deadline is nearing
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11 Mar 2019, 22:08
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Hi,
I would suggest that you mention it and explain your reasons for taking the gap year. I had one too, and I did mention it in my early entry PGP application, and during the interview it was briefly discussed. Explain why you made the decision in the first place, what you learnt in the gap year, and what you did in college to make up for the lost time. Make it brief, and it ideally should get buried in the stellar things that stand out in your essays, but yes, definitely mention it. Again, this is my opinion, and please seek further consultation before making the decision.
I would suggest that you mention it and explain your reasons for taking the gap year. I had one too, and I did mention it in my early entry PGP application, and during the interview it was briefly discussed. Explain why you made the decision in the first place, what you learnt in the gap year, and what you did in college to make up for the lost time. Make it brief, and it ideally should get buried in the stellar things that stand out in your essays, but yes, definitely mention it. Again, this is my opinion, and please seek further consultation before making the decision.
11 Mar 2019, 22:37
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animanthakur
Hi animanthakur,
Thanks for the reply and the advice-it's really useful
And I'd really appreciate if you could also elaborate on what all did they ask you in the interview regarding the same?
