cat - that ratio of 6:1 would depend on the yield for LBS, which they dont guard as much as say Columbia does. A yield of 60% (not an unrealistic figure, although I suspect that its lower) would mean about 500 offers out of 1000 interviews. So basically after the interview, admit chances are 50/50.
On the other hand, the interview percentage could be much lower this year (i.e. they may well have decided that to retain the class size, given their yield , only 1000 interviews are justified regardless of the number of applicants). So at the end of the day, the only thing we can say with any certainty is that we need to prepare well for the interview - esp the impromptu presentation stuff, which is mandatory.
catgmat wrote:
EX10XL wrote:
gnr646 wrote:
Don't know but it's pretty small. From what I understand, if you get an invite to interview and don't blow the meeting your odds of getting in are pretty good.
What is your source on this? I would like to know how significant my invite is...
OK guys! Don't believe the myths:
Last year 2,000 applicants applied for LBS. 900-1,000 applicants were invited for an interview. The current class this year LBS'09 is 316 students. It is logical that not every applicant has accepted the offer. But the rate for LBS is still 6:1 (applicants to places) according to economist intelligence unit.
So I would not be to sure to be accepted, if I were invited for an interview.
And here comes the good news: LBS has a new record of applicants for R1!!!!!Therefore I would suggest that you prepare for your interview and keep cool.
Good luck for your interview!
Cheers
Catgmat