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Hi friends !

I am going to apply for MBA programs in US ( Fall-2016) in October mid.
I have already taken gmat once (630), but want to improve my score. Somehow I am unable to take GMAT in sep-15
So taking gmat in first week of Oct and then apply. Will it to much of rush?

I have drafted my SOP,LOR(reviewed) and shortlisted schools ( 630-650 range schools). I need to work on essays, which will definitely take some time.
But I can see many discussion that if we don't apply in first round it will be too late :roll: ?

Can you please provide me your suggestions? What should be my approach to maximize my chances of getting admitted.
Currently, I have no time because of GMAT studies. Please help me :'( feeling panicked :(

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Hi friends !

I am going to apply for MBA programs in US ( Fall-2016) in October mid.
I have already taken gmat once (630), but want to improve my score. Somehow I am unable to take GMAT in sep-15
So taking gmat in first week of Oct and then apply. Will it to much of rush?

I have drafted my SOP,LOR(reviewed) and shortlisted schools ( 630-650 range schools). I need to work on essays, which will definitely take some time.
But I can see many discussion that if we don't apply in first round it will be too late :roll: ?

Can you please provide me your suggestions? What should be my approach to maximize my chances of getting admitted.
Currently, I have no time because of GMAT studies. Please help me :'( feeling panicked :(

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Hi friends !

I am going to apply for MBA programs in US ( Fall-2016) in October mid.
I have already taken gmat once (630), but want to improve my score. Somehow I am unable to take GMAT in sep-15
So taking gmat in first week of Oct and then apply. Will it to much of rush?

I have drafted my SOP,LOR(reviewed) and shortlisted schools ( 630-650 range schools). I need to work on essays, which will definitely take some time.
But I can see many discussion that if we don't apply in first round it will be too late :roll: ?

Can you please provide me your suggestions? What should be my approach to maximize my chances of getting admitted.
Currently, I have no time because of GMAT studies. Please help me :'( feeling panicked :(

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Anu,

Applying in round two is certainly reasonable and not something you should worry too much about. Schools accept candidates in both rounds and every year I help a lot of successful applicants with round two applications!

That said, there is still time to submit some apps that have later round one deadlines if you get started on your essays now in the limited time you have.

I can understand it's a stressful process and I would love to help. I can lay out a timeline and walk you through the process so it's almost effortless and allows you as much time to study for the GMAT as possible. A good approach would be to try for some round one applications, but do most of them in round two.


Send me an email if you wish to discuss further. Scott@personalmbacoach.com

Have a great day!
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Anu,

Take the GMAT in Oct, and apply in R2. You should be fine. Set up an appointment and talk to us if you have more concerns.

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Hi friends !

I am going to apply for MBA programs in US ( Fall-2016) in October mid.
I have already taken gmat once (630), but want to improve my score. Somehow I am unable to take GMAT in sep-15
So taking gmat in first week of Oct and then apply. Will it to much of rush?

I have drafted my SOP,LOR(reviewed) and shortlisted schools ( 630-650 range schools). I need to work on essays, which will definitely take some time.
But I can see many discussion that if we don't apply in first round it will be too late :roll: ?

Can you please provide me your suggestions? What should be my approach to maximize my chances of getting admitted.
Currently, I have no time because of GMAT studies. Please help me :'( feeling panicked :(

Regards
Anu
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Hi friends !

I am going to apply for MBA programs in US ( Fall-2016) in October mid.
I have already taken gmat once (630), but want to improve my score. Somehow I am unable to take GMAT in sep-15
So taking gmat in first week of Oct and then apply. Will it to much of rush?

I have drafted my SOP,LOR(reviewed) and shortlisted schools ( 630-650 range schools). I need to work on essays, which will definitely take some time.
But I can see many discussion that if we don't apply in first round it will be too late :roll: ?

Can you please provide me your suggestions? What should be my approach to maximize my chances of getting admitted.
Currently, I have no time because of GMAT studies. Please help me :'( feeling panicked :(

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Anu,

A well presented application is always better than a hastily compiled app. The latter will only earn you a reject. Relax and take your GMAT!

You have done a lot of the groundwork already. After your GMAT, you will still have time to apply to some b-schools between mid Oct-Nov; a lot of them have their deadlines then. You can always get help on your applications to expedite the process,

And then there is R2- it does not minimize your chances of an admit in any way.

All the best for your GMAT, and do update on the result.
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As they say, you never get a second chance to make a first impression. So getting your application perfected should be Priority #1. This means devoted full attention to your GMAT and then not rushing through your application.

The January Round is a perfectly fine time to apply. Focus less on the submission date and more on the quality of the execution and you will be fine. I myself was an April Round individual when I applied for my MBA--I focused on the execution of my application and crafting my narrative for the interview, and it turned out very well for me.

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Hi Anu,

I completely agree with the above posts here. A strong application improves your chances of getting admitted to a B-School rather than rushing up and hastily compiled application. Take your time and apply in Round 2. I agree with the fact that you never get a second chance for making a first impression. So give your best and apply in Round 2.


You may also gauge your chances of getting admission to top business school by trying this amazing tool https://bit.ly/1C9o2Md

Hope this helps.

Cheers,