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Another one from the signup sheet: How has COVID affected the current Fall class? How do you think it will affect incoming Fall classes?
With Covid, we saw a decrease in domestic applications but on the other hand international applications have increased. So far, Merage hasn’t seen much impact on the quality of class and education. 2020 - 2021 academic year was remote. But, all the classes are in-person now and we see that to be the case in future as well.
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They also provide access to resources that can help you prepare and keeps updating when some important job application deadlines approach.
that’s great thanks
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From the sign up form: Can you comment on how the school has assisted the students in internships during the pandemic?

I only have a couple of question left form the sign up sheet, so I would encourage the audience to post their questions soon.

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Pandemic was particularly tough for graduating students but I did not see internships getting affected. Probably because there aren’t visa concerns with internships. Having said that, everyone received an internship and full-time positions eventually.
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What are the plans for delivering curriculum for this coming Fall and Spring? Have in-person classes started?
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From the sign up form: Can you comment on how the school has assisted the students in internships during the pandemic?
The school has alums in many companies across the nation. The collaboration with them resulted in a lot of referrals for students that certainly helped a lot more in the pandemic.

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What are the plans for delivering curriculum for this coming Fall and Spring? Have in-person classes started?
Everything has been in person since last Fall. Only January was remote because of omicron but the school is dedicated to providing an in-person experience. So, incoming class will also be in-person.
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Could you throw some light on how Merage fares in consulting. Anyone in your class, especially internationals/Indians, who’ve landed a job with consulting firms?
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Is Round 3 consideration for only Resident or even International Students.? What will be the changes to Round 3 vs Earlier Rounds. Will the school exclude the scholarship?
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Could you throw some light on how Merage fares in consulting. Anyone in your class, especially internationals/Indians, who’ve landed a job with consulting firms?
Great question! The Merage class size is small. We have three international students targeting consulting and have all landed great internships. As consulting job applications are transitioning from GMAT-based filtering to game simulations, it depends on how well you perform in the screening rounds.

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Is Round 3 consideration for only Resident or even International Students.? What will be the changes to Round 3 vs Earlier Rounds. Will the school exclude the scholarship?
Round 3 date has recently passed. The international students who have applied will be given a fair chance to interview and stand out. But the seats will mostly fill out in this round, so I’d suggest international students refrain from submitting their application in Round 4 unless they feel it is exceptionally good.
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Great question! The Merage class size is small. We have three international students targeting consulting and have all landed great internships. As consulting job applications are transitioning from GMAT-based filtering to game simulations, it depends on how well you perform in the screening rounds.
Awesome! Yes even I heard from a few people about the game based initial screening. Thanks a ton!
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FYI, we have about 5 minutes left :)
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Is Round 3 consideration for only Resident or even International Students.? What will be the changes to Round 3 vs Earlier Rounds. Will the school exclude the scholarship?
If the application is good, chances are equally likely but it may affect the amount of financial aid. Since most of it is given out earlier in the rounds. But I have seen international students get in with good scholarships in round 3.
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Any last questions before we close the session?

harshitauci, Any final words for those who are planning to apply to UC Irvine?
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Thank you harshitauci, for you answers.
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Great question! The Merage class size is small. We have three international students targeting consulting and have all landed great internships. As consulting job applications are transitioning from GMAT-based filtering to game simulations, it depends on how well you perform in the screening rounds.
thanks Harshita and Nikhil for this chat session. Last question : could you pls let us know the consulting firms that hired internationals? Thanks in advance and have a great day👍
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harshitauci, Any final words for those who are planning to apply to UC Irvine?
I’d suggest being genuine in your applications. Take the time to research the school and describe why Merage would be the right place for you. It all makes sense from there.

It was great connecting with you all. There were some really good questions and I wish you all the best for your b-school applications!
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Thank you harshitauci, for joining us today and providing us with your valuable insights :)
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