AbMo wrote:
Hey all,
Currently prepping for GRE and aiming for 320+ (please let me know if that would offset my gpa).
Work experience:
2 as a Staff Accountant
4 as a Staff Accountant (promoted from Jr.)
GPA- 2.6 attended University of Houston- Clear Lake. Graduated July 2018
Volunteer: Helping Hand
I know my GPA was low. It was a mix of divorce, lack of interest, and attending 6-7 different colleges due to moving for family purposes (retook many classes).
Would 3 solid letters of recommendations along with the optional essay explaining my GPA offset the low GPA that I have ASSUMING I score a GRE of 320?
TIA!
Hey AbMo,
Having a high score on the GRE, like a 320, is definitely a plus for your application to the Jones MBA program. It shows that you have the ability to handle the academic rigours of the program. But it's not a guarantee. The admissions committee will look at your entire profile before making a decision about your candidacy. And if your GPA is lower than what they expect, it could be a challenge. But, having a high GRE score could help balance that out.
Here's the thing: It's totally okay to have a lower GPA. Sometimes, life happens, and it affects our grades. And that's why the optional essay is a great opportunity for you to explain the reasons for your lower GPA. It will give the admissions committee more context and a better understanding of your situation. So don't hesitate to take advantage of that opportunity. It could make all the difference in your application.
If you need more help, we'd be happy to setup a call and give more pointers on how to improve your profile and the right schools you should target.
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