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How much does the age matter in the application process? 13 Apr 2017, 08:09
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Hi Guys,

I am 35 years old, and by time I apply, I will be 36. I think my profile is strong, but I do not know whether my age pulls me down as a MBA candidate, If so How much does it diminish my chances.

Does somebody have any statistic or information about range of acceptance by ages?

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Manuel
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How much does the age matter in the application process? 14 Apr 2017, 02:35
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Hi Guys,

I am 35 years old, and by time I apply, I will be 36. I think my profile is strong, but I do not know whether my age pulls me down as a MBA candidate, If so How much does it diminish my chances.

Does somebody have any statistic or information about range of acceptance by ages?

Kind regards,

Manuel

Hi Manuel,
Usually you will find the average age for MBA is around 28 years. I don't suppose there is any official statistic released by Schools. But there is no said barrier for entry into any MBA program. It is left open for good reason. You need to decide when pursuing an MBA will help you the most. Everyone has different reason for doing an MBA and hence the timing differs. In my class itself I had classmates around your age, so I don't see any reason why your age will decrease your chances of getting in. If you still feel it does, you should take advantage of "additional essay/information" option to explain to the AdComs as to why you have chosen to pursue an MBA now in your career. Hope this helps! Good Luck!
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How much does the age matter in the application process? 14 Apr 2017, 04:22
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Hi Guys,

I am 35 years old, and by time I apply, I will be 36. I think my profile is strong, but I do not know whether my age pulls me down as a MBA candidate, If so How much does it diminish my chances.

Does somebody have any statistic or information about range of acceptance by ages?

Kind regards,

Manuel

Hi Manuel,

I assume you are international student seeking MBA in the USA. Am I right?
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Hi Guys,

I am 35 years old, and by time I apply, I will be 36. I think my profile is strong, but I do not know whether my age pulls me down as a MBA candidate, If so How much does it diminish my chances.

Does somebody have any statistic or information about range of acceptance by ages?

Kind regards,

Manuel

Manuel,

Thank you for your post. As mentioned above, the average age at a lot of schools is 28. The age, but more accurately, the work experience, does have a significant impact on the chances of success. When admissions directors see someone who has 14 years of full-time work experience, they often ask the question of whether that applicant is best suited in a full-time MBA program or whether an Executive MBA makes more sense.

There are students who are 36 in almost every class every year but the numbers are not very big. If you want me to evaluate your candidacy and let you know whether you would be a good fit, please send me your resume and I'll give you the honest go / no go based on your profile. scott@personalmbacoach.com

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Hi Guys,

I am 35 years old, and by time I apply, I will be 36. I think my profile is strong, but I do not know whether my age pulls me down as a MBA candidate, If so How much does it diminish my chances.

Does somebody have any statistic or information about range of acceptance by ages?

Kind regards,

Manuel

So what impact your age has on your chances really depends on the school you are applying to as well (I don’t think there are any statistics for this really but the schools publish the average age of the students each year which does give you some kind of indication). Some schools are certainly more forthcoming towards older applicants than others, namely many European schools, but some US ones as well.

Of course what you have done during these 36 years matters too, so in order to give you a more thorough evaluation of your chances, as well as how your age plays a part in that I would need to know much more about you. You are welcome to fill in this form: https://aringo.com/mba-process-registration/ in order to get a free consultation if you want.
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