Ross (Michigan) 2013 - Calling All Applicants

Hi those not admitted yet,

Don't lose your hope. I just want to share with you something I have learned for almost 3 years.

My stats: engineering with 6 years experience, low GPA (~3), GMAT 700. My only strong point is Extracurricular Activity. What I can say is a lot, I spend around 20 hours/week for it.

When I started thinking about a top MBA, i saw no hope because of my weak profile. However, I set a goal and gave it a try, started my GMAT 2 years ago, my first GMAT was 580, second 660 and the third 700. In fact, it was not a pleasant journey, a lot of pain and discouragement, but it was the only way for me to compensate my low GPA

I applied a top MBA last year, got interview and dinged, the adcom told me that my stats is too weak. I applied again this year the same school in round 1 and dinged without an interview.

I came to Ross when I did a research about schools and I think Ross is a great match for me. Ross essay gave me a lot of motivation. I only applied Ross since I do not see my values match with other schools. Even though I need an MBA but I do not buy the strategy of applying 3-4 schools to secure a position. In fact, my friends told me I did a risky bet, and I did not know whether I would be admitted.

A few days ago, when I browsed this forum and found that most of people here have a better profile than me (in term of GPA and GMAT), I was really worried, but I got a call last night and broke into my greatest happiness.

So, my lesson is that you may be worried, but don't lose your hope. If you really want an MBA, find the school that matches your value. It is really helpful when you apply to the school. It looks like a sharing process in which your essay, your interview are from your heart. I think it is the key I am admitted.

Good luck everyone.

I hear some very faint singing. I just hope, it's not the fat lady. I don't want to give up yet.

I'm sure it's been mentioned but what time can I expect my ding email again?

doesnt seem to be a lot of love for michigan undergrad alums this year.. at least the ones ive talked to

Noon EST, if I remember correctly.

the computer system makes it available 12 EST. Good luck.

is it all over for R2 international applicants?

ACCEPTED!!!!
International applicant. Missed the call yesterday and received the e-mail a bit later.

congrats PTK!

when did u get the phone call? Are u located outside US?

I have missed the call yesterday and then received the e-mail.
Yes, I am from Europe.

hmm, seems like all accepted candidates are first contacted via phone! That says a lot abt the school. Or is there somebody who didn't receive any phone call but an acceptance email only?

i remember at lease one from Pakistan i guess.

I didn't get a call

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just called the admissions ofc, they said not all admitted students have been notified yet and the decision email will be sent out today.

you mean besides Waitlist they might rollout some adm too?

No, no, no, nooo Dont phunk with my heart...

this seems like mean joke