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DevKandala
Joined: 09 Jun 2025
Last visit: 24 Jun 2025
Posts: 5
Given Kudos: 2
Location: India
Schools: Anderson '27 BU Darden '27 Haas '27 Johnson '27 McCombs '27
GMAT 1: 740 Q50 V48
GRE 1: Q164 V155
GPA: 3.0
Schools: Anderson '27 BU Darden '27 Haas '27 Johnson '27 McCombs '27
GMAT 1: 740 Q50 V48
GRE 1: Q164 V155
Posts: 5
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09 Jun 2025, 15:24
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Hi fellow MBA aspirants,
I hold a Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 2.6 and a Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering Management from an R1-designated university in the U.S., where I earned a GPA of 3.06. I completed a summer internship at a multinational energy company, which provided me valuable exposure to global operations and project environments.
I took the GRE back in 2022 and scored 319 (Verbal: 155, Quant: 164), but I’m currently preparing to take the GMAT within the next six months to strengthen my application.
Additionally, I have 2 years of full-time work experience in the retail sector. Given my academic background and professional experience, what are my realistic chances of getting into a Top 30 MBA program in the U.S.?
Any insights, suggestions, or guidance would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks in advance.
I hold a Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 2.6 and a Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering Management from an R1-designated university in the U.S., where I earned a GPA of 3.06. I completed a summer internship at a multinational energy company, which provided me valuable exposure to global operations and project environments.
I took the GRE back in 2022 and scored 319 (Verbal: 155, Quant: 164), but I’m currently preparing to take the GMAT within the next six months to strengthen my application.
Additionally, I have 2 years of full-time work experience in the retail sector. Given my academic background and professional experience, what are my realistic chances of getting into a Top 30 MBA program in the U.S.?
Any insights, suggestions, or guidance would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks in advance.
09 Jun 2025, 21:48
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Hello DevKandala,
Ideally, you should aim for at least 3+ years of work experience at the time of joining the school and a GMAT score in excess of 665 to have a good shot at making it to schools ranked US top 20-30; needless to say, a strong set of application essays and recommendations is a given.
All the best!
Ideally, you should aim for at least 3+ years of work experience at the time of joining the school and a GMAT score in excess of 665 to have a good shot at making it to schools ranked US top 20-30; needless to say, a strong set of application essays and recommendations is a given.
All the best!
DevKandala
10 Jun 2025, 01:11
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Hi DevKandala
Priyanka here from ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, your master's from an R1 university and exposure to global operations via your internship are definite positives. However, your undergraduate GPA, GRE, and limited full-time experience may make top 30 programs more competitive, especially if not offset by a strong GMAT score. Also, top schools usually look for applicants with 3+ years of FT work experience.
That said, if you can push your GMAT into the 705+ range and clearly articulate your goals and impact at work, you’ll improve your chances meaningfully. You will also have to quantify your contributions in your retail role to highlight leadership and analytical thinking.
I’d be happy to offer you a free profile review for top MBA programs to see where you stand and how to boost your chances— happy to help!
No pressure, no strings—just helpful insights on where you stand and how you can strengthen your chances.
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Good Luck!
Priyanka here from ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, your master's from an R1 university and exposure to global operations via your internship are definite positives. However, your undergraduate GPA, GRE, and limited full-time experience may make top 30 programs more competitive, especially if not offset by a strong GMAT score. Also, top schools usually look for applicants with 3+ years of FT work experience.
That said, if you can push your GMAT into the 705+ range and clearly articulate your goals and impact at work, you’ll improve your chances meaningfully. You will also have to quantify your contributions in your retail role to highlight leadership and analytical thinking.
I’d be happy to offer you a free profile review for top MBA programs to see where you stand and how to boost your chances— happy to help!
No pressure, no strings—just helpful insights on where you stand and how you can strengthen your chances.
Feel free to connect- Click here
📄 ARINGO is offering a free resume review to 5 lucky applicants.
Get expert feedback on how to highlight your impact, leadership, and global potential.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR A FREE RESUME REVIEW
You can also email me at: [email protected]
Good Luck!
DevKandala
12 Jun 2025, 22:07
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A few points for you to consider:
- If you are an ORM, then your weak GPA needs to be offset by a strong GRE, say, 330+, if not 335+. For T25-35 schools, this could be a bit lower, say, 325+.
- By Sep 2026, the start of the MBA, you would have 3+ YoE. This is slightly lower than the typical 4+ YoE, but since there is an expectation that international applications will see a decline, your chances could improve (provided you have the score).
- Your goals post-MBA will matter a lot. While your retail experience is less common, retail may not be a possible post-MBA career in the US. So, even if you have a strong score, if you get the goals wrong, then your chances will be bleak.
- If you are an ORM, then your weak GPA needs to be offset by a strong GRE, say, 330+, if not 335+. For T25-35 schools, this could be a bit lower, say, 325+.
- By Sep 2026, the start of the MBA, you would have 3+ YoE. This is slightly lower than the typical 4+ YoE, but since there is an expectation that international applications will see a decline, your chances could improve (provided you have the score).
- Your goals post-MBA will matter a lot. While your retail experience is less common, retail may not be a possible post-MBA career in the US. So, even if you have a strong score, if you get the goals wrong, then your chances will be bleak.
DevKandala
