Calling Booth Evening/Weekend MBA Aspirants (2017 Intake)Class of 2020

thanks, saw that - this is my first time applying, so didn't know it was different before.

what is the best way to connect with some of the booth students currently at the program or recently graduated?

If you're ever around Chicago, doing a classroom visit is perhaps the easiest way to connect with current students. You'll be paired with a student ambassador currently enrolled in your program of choice (weekend, evening, full-time), who can serve as a point of contact for you. Also, feel free to chat with other students in the class during break. While you're at it in Chicago, formal info sessions programs like the Lunch & Learns allow you to speak with current students/alumni.

Another way is to get in touch with other current students or alumni is by coordinating with the admissions staff. Through them, I was able to chat on the phone with several alumni who took on different paths at Booth I was interested in (the IMBA, study abroad, certain concentrations, etc).

Edit to summarize:
- Classroom visits
- Info sessions
- Coordinating with admissions staff

hey, thanks for the quick reply! I'll probably go with the latter suggestion - I'm in STL working full time so it'll be a little easier that way.

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I am applying for Spring 2017 Weekend program too.

Please share your scores and other info.
Mine are:
GMAT 690 (Q45 V40) IR 3 - worried if Q45 and IR3 will cause any problem
GPA 3.45 Masters in Computer Science Texas Tech University
Work Exp : 12 years in IT (Healthcare,Insurance)

The essays still have the word limits.. I started my 2017 Weekend application and this is what i see in the essays section.

"Weekend MBA Essays
Essay One: Why is Chicago Booth’s Weekend MBA your program of choice? (250 words)
Essay Two: At Chicago Booth we believe inquiry leads to big, bold ideas. We create a collaborative environment in which you will share, challenge and support each other’s ideas. Tell us about a time you had a “big, bold idea.” How did you come up with it, and how did you put it into action? (500 words)
Optional Essay
If there is any important information relevant to your candidacy you were unable to address elsewhere in the application, please share that information here. (500 words maximum)"

Look at the Motivation and Goals section...

I am applying for Winter-2017. Just started working on my essay's and I am taking my GMAT next month. I know it's pushing hoping I can get done mt OCT 7th deadline.

I am applying for Winter-2017. Just started working on my essay's and I am taking my GMAT next month. I know it's pushing hoping I can get done mt OCT 7th deadline.

I am planning to apply for Fall 2017 intake. Taking the GMAT next month. I have not started working on my essays.

Me as well, when are you taking the GMAT. I booked my date for 22nd august. I just started working on my essays. Good luck with your preperation

Thanks. I have booked my dates for August 27. So far I am not very happy with my preparation but still going to give it a shot.

Good luck with your prep as well!

Good luck guys. I am retaking my GMAT on Aug 20th. Got 690 first time and trying to improve my quant(from 45) as Booth is a quant heavy school

Tommannanchery, are you applying to Kellogg too? I am also considering applying there as they are good with Consulting jobs. Do you know if they have offer any scholarships? I know very few schools offer scholarships to PT students but their websites mentions it but very vague

anyone scheduled/taken their interviews yet? would love some tips!

I participated in one of their information session and they mentioned that they do not provide any scholarship, they will provide a list of companies that provide educational loans.