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09 Feb 2016, 16:56
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Hello
So I am currently in the process of picking schools, and want to get some feedback on my chances of admission for certain programs.
A little background, I originally attended a large state school and completed 90 units or so with a cumulative GPA of 3.03 with fluctuating grades and two F's. However due to a long list of reasons I transferred to a small private university were i needed to complete 60 more units to graduate. I finally finished my undergraduate education after 7 years of turbulence. My final 60 units at the private university I received a 3.93 GPA and a B.S Healthcare Administration (part of the business program). My total undergraduate GPA is somewhere around a 3.2 to 3.3.
I have four years of work experience in a hospital, and have top notch letters of recommendations from executive leaders of that hospital (good networking). I also just scored a 700 on the GMAT. I have loved working in healthcare and want to study for an MBA with a concentration in healthcare. I am going to apply to the following schools below and would love feedback from anybody on my reasonable chances of admission.
School: Small Private University
Undergraduate GPA: 3.25
Work Experience: Four years in a hospital.
GMAT: 700
Letters of Recommendation: 3 top notch!
Schools:
1) University of Michigan
2) Duke University
3) Cornell University
4) Pennsylvania State University
5) Emory University
6) North Carolina University
7) University of Texas
8) University of Virginia
FEEDBACK ON REASONABLE SHOT!
So I am currently in the process of picking schools, and want to get some feedback on my chances of admission for certain programs.
A little background, I originally attended a large state school and completed 90 units or so with a cumulative GPA of 3.03 with fluctuating grades and two F's. However due to a long list of reasons I transferred to a small private university were i needed to complete 60 more units to graduate. I finally finished my undergraduate education after 7 years of turbulence. My final 60 units at the private university I received a 3.93 GPA and a B.S Healthcare Administration (part of the business program). My total undergraduate GPA is somewhere around a 3.2 to 3.3.
I have four years of work experience in a hospital, and have top notch letters of recommendations from executive leaders of that hospital (good networking). I also just scored a 700 on the GMAT. I have loved working in healthcare and want to study for an MBA with a concentration in healthcare. I am going to apply to the following schools below and would love feedback from anybody on my reasonable chances of admission.
School: Small Private University
Undergraduate GPA: 3.25
Work Experience: Four years in a hospital.
GMAT: 700
Letters of Recommendation: 3 top notch!
Schools:
1) University of Michigan
2) Duke University
3) Cornell University
4) Pennsylvania State University
5) Emory University
6) North Carolina University
7) University of Texas
8) University of Virginia
FEEDBACK ON REASONABLE SHOT!
13 Feb 2016, 08:38
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Hi there!
Thanks for sharing your background. First off - when are you planning to apply? R3 or R1 later this year? If R1 later this year, I think retaking the GMAT is something that will boost your chances (not that a 700 will preclude you, but higher is better!) Otherwise, you can go with what you've got!
The red flag is obviously going to be your undergraduate experience. The good news is that you have an upward trend after you transferred - you're going to have to sell the learning experience and the transformation you went through after those two failed classes and give the AdComm confidence that you won't make the same mistake at an MBA program.
Your work experience seems interesting - what did you do in your role? What was your leadership capacity? The LORs are great, but don't overvalue them - everyone is going to have solid recommendations, but it's great that you feel good about them nonetheless!
I think an MBA with a concentration in healthcare gives you an opportunity to tell a great story - what do you want to do after your program?
The schools you've shortlisted are a good start, however both Ross and Duke are stretch programs at this stage. That said, I think it's worth applying to along with two more if you have the bandwidth to tackle 4 schools (also depends on your timeline). I like Penn State for you as well as Emory and UNC. Emory's access to their healthcare network could be an excellent opportunity for you.
Looking forward to hearing back!
Thanks for sharing your background. First off - when are you planning to apply? R3 or R1 later this year? If R1 later this year, I think retaking the GMAT is something that will boost your chances (not that a 700 will preclude you, but higher is better!) Otherwise, you can go with what you've got!
The red flag is obviously going to be your undergraduate experience. The good news is that you have an upward trend after you transferred - you're going to have to sell the learning experience and the transformation you went through after those two failed classes and give the AdComm confidence that you won't make the same mistake at an MBA program.
Your work experience seems interesting - what did you do in your role? What was your leadership capacity? The LORs are great, but don't overvalue them - everyone is going to have solid recommendations, but it's great that you feel good about them nonetheless!
I think an MBA with a concentration in healthcare gives you an opportunity to tell a great story - what do you want to do after your program?
The schools you've shortlisted are a good start, however both Ross and Duke are stretch programs at this stage. That said, I think it's worth applying to along with two more if you have the bandwidth to tackle 4 schools (also depends on your timeline). I like Penn State for you as well as Emory and UNC. Emory's access to their healthcare network could be an excellent opportunity for you.
Looking forward to hearing back!
13 Feb 2016, 09:19
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I would be looking to apply whenever round 1 would be so I am thinking in 2017. I don't feel to great about retaking the GMAT. When giving myself an honest assessment, I think my 700 score is as good as I can do. I would go as far to say as I overachieved with that score.
Without a doubt, I realize my undergraduate career would be my red flag, however, I truly did go through a personal transformation my last two years. I feel extremely confident that I can articulate my transformation through not just an essay or personal statement, but through a face to face interview. If a personal transformation truly occurred with an individual, it should not be hard to tell that story.
While I was taking 15 units a semester at my new school, I worked at the Reading Health System, which is a large non-profit hospital. I held a variety of part time jobs which include "Call Center Associate" in the nutrition services department. After six months in that position, I was able to transfer to a new role for more experience, where I then worked as a Patient Transporter. After another six months I worked in a physicians practice doing administrative work. After I graduated, I worked two years full-time, as a managed care coordinator, and a practice manager. As a practice manager, I demonstrated leadership experience for one year.
As I mentioned before, I feel confident I will be able to articulate my transformation and healthcare story. I have worked so hard to get to this point and loose sleep over getting into a great MBA program. I know your not an admissions director, but after hearing me out, whats your honest assessment. Other than UNC, Emory and PSU, what other programs do you like for a person with my stats and story. I know its up to me to decide were I want to apply, but I am very open to all opinions and suggestions. Thank You
Without a doubt, I realize my undergraduate career would be my red flag, however, I truly did go through a personal transformation my last two years. I feel extremely confident that I can articulate my transformation through not just an essay or personal statement, but through a face to face interview. If a personal transformation truly occurred with an individual, it should not be hard to tell that story.
While I was taking 15 units a semester at my new school, I worked at the Reading Health System, which is a large non-profit hospital. I held a variety of part time jobs which include "Call Center Associate" in the nutrition services department. After six months in that position, I was able to transfer to a new role for more experience, where I then worked as a Patient Transporter. After another six months I worked in a physicians practice doing administrative work. After I graduated, I worked two years full-time, as a managed care coordinator, and a practice manager. As a practice manager, I demonstrated leadership experience for one year.
As I mentioned before, I feel confident I will be able to articulate my transformation and healthcare story. I have worked so hard to get to this point and loose sleep over getting into a great MBA program. I know your not an admissions director, but after hearing me out, whats your honest assessment. Other than UNC, Emory and PSU, what other programs do you like for a person with my stats and story. I know its up to me to decide were I want to apply, but I am very open to all opinions and suggestions. Thank You
