For all Fall 2005 PhD applicants: I was hoping we could use this thread to begin a discussion of everyoneâ€™s experience with the application process. I think we could all benefit from an on-line support group to help us through the turbulence of the next few months. Hopefully we will be able to compile some information that will make the process simpler for future applicants. On a personal note, I am applying to PhD programs in Quantitative Marketing. Iâ€™ve made application to 9 schools (Duke, UNC, Ohio State, Chicago, Northwestern, UT Dallas, Penn, U of Mich., & Yale). Iâ€™ll be shipping off the last of my application materials later today. My background is as follows: Bachelors Degree in Economics MBA Masters Degree in Statistics 720 GMAT 2+ years work experience as a senior analyst for a national CPG firm Thus far, I have found the Application process to be incredibly time consuming. I was surprised by how long it took to write my personal statement (a 2 page essay shouldnâ€™t be that difficult). Although I am relieved to have my applications finished, the prospect of having to wait three months to find out where (if anywhere) I will be heading is extremely stressful. I look forward to hearing how this process has progressed for the rest of you

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promothesh

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Hi Sameer,

Thanks a lot! Though I have fairly made up my mind of going for South Carolina, let me ask you something. I have an offer from Texas Tech and Cincinnati( almost), which one would you suggest?

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Promothesh,

Congratulations on your offers! Let us know which one you decide to accept.

I've had a couple of friends that completed MBA's at the University of South Carolina. They were both very pleased with their experience, both personally and professionally.

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Just wanted to update some folks on the wait list situation. So, after being waitlisted by nearly half a dozen schools, I finally got an offer! an excellent one at that. I've accepted it, and hope everyone has the same luck. It just proves that there is hope of the waitlist afterall. good luck to all on where your endeavors take you!

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That's great !! About time. Most waitlists will have cleared within a week after April 15th - most schools require you to send their acceptance by this date. Best Wishes !!

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Hi everyone. I am back here with some news. University of Washington has invited me for an interview on May 3 and they will have decision for me on May 12. Does anyone have experience with this school or admission interview in general?