This thread is the master profile evaluations thread for Deferred MBA Program applications for 2021 only. 1. HBS 2+2 2. Stanford GSB Deferred Admission 3. Wharton MBA Advance Access Program 4. Chicago Booth Scholars Program 5. Yale SOM Silver Scholars Program 6. Darden Future Scholars Program 7. MIT Sloan MBA Early Admission 8. The Columbia Business School Deferred Enrollment Program 9. Indian School of Business Young Leaders Program This thread will help aspirants get some consolidated and genuine advice from consultants, and help others gauge their chances of getting into top deferred MBA programs. Post your profile here if you want! Suggested Template Background and nationality Undergrad Information GMAT Achievements Extra Curricular Post MBA goalsWhy do you want to go for an MBA? Anything else?

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Background and nationality: White, American: beginning career in Investment Banking
Undergrad Information: Top 50 US school, business background (Quantitative Finance Major and International Business Minor) with strong performance in quantitative classes (Statistics; Financial Modelling; Calculus; Linear Algebra)
GPA: 3.90
GMAT: 720 (Q45, V44, IR7)
Targets: (1) Booth, (2) Kellogg, (3) Wharton, (4) CBS, (5) MIT Sloan, (6) Georgetown McDonough

Experience:
- Asset Management Intern, Chicago
- Investment Banking Intern (Boutique), Chicago
- Investment Banking Intern (Boutique), San Francisco
- Finance Intern (Global Bank), London, UK
- Pro Bono Finance Intern for Water Infrastructure Charity
- Impact Investing Intern for Social Enterprise Accelerator Program
- Investment Banking Summer Analyst (Global Investment Bank), Chicago
- Incoming Investment Banking Analyst (Global Investment Bank), Chicago

Extracurriculars and Achievements:
- Selective leadership development program for Top-25 students in university
- Only member of class (500 students) to be selected for 3-year immersive study and exchange program exploring microfinancing and development in Nepal
- Various university honors/awards for academic performance and community involvement
- Study abroad experience in London at Imperial College (international finance and management focus)
- National Jesuit honor society for academics and community service (top 4% of students at all 28 global Jesuit Catholic Colleges)
- President of two prominent on-campus academic clubs
- Volunteered for two charities
- Scholarship Chair of Fraternity
- Member of Student School Advisory Council
- Active in on-campus athletics
- Involved as member with various other clubs

Certifications:
SIE FINRA Certification (FINRA Series 63 and 79 by July)
Acumen Fund Social Impact Modeling and Impact Measurement certification (10-week course)

Post MBA goals
Valued team member at a leading impact investment fund, like Goldman Sachs’ UIG or Impact Engine, where I would evaluate investment opportunities. Driven by a series of experiences and strong mentorship, I aim to use my career to be a leader in social impact bond investment (a niche area of impact investing to which I have a lot of direct exposure).

Why do you want to go for an MBA?
My career goals are informed by formative international experiences in Nepal, London, and with a non-profit that illustrated to me how targeted investment and bold financing solutions can drive life-changing outcomes for marginalized individuals. The area that I want to pivot into is niche and competitive, requiring a specific technical skill set and understanding of the social sector ecosystem.

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I am applying to the following deferred enrollment programs: Booth, Kellogg, Wharton, MIT Sloan, CBS, and Georgetown McDonough. I would love some feedback as well as an assessment of what my chances are (based on the limited information I've provided

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Hello OCSC1290,

Thank you for your post. Successful deferred MBA applicants will have already demonstrated considerable leadership through internships and extracurricular activities, either on or off-campus. You certainly have some strong examples of leadership at your university, and I am assuming from your noteworthy list of internship experiences that you were also able to gain some valuable skills in these positions as well.

It’s great to see that you are targeting a wide range of programs! Deferred programs are quite competitive and adding several schools to your list will increase your chances of acceptance. While a 720 GMAT is strong, you might consider working to maximize this score (I know we discussed this over email as well). For reference, the average GMAT for Wharton’s deferred MBA program was a 741. That said, you have a great GPA that will strengthen your candidacy.

A lot will come down to how you articulate your personal story, an area that Personal MBA Coach’s clients often need the most help with. Feel free to continue the conversation with scott@personalmbacoach.com or take a look at our services to learn how we can help you put together strong applications for these deferred MBA programs.

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Background and nationality: Asian-American Male
Undergrad Information: Top West-coast School (USC, UCLA, UC Berkeley)
Major GPA: 3.90 | GPA after Freshman Year: 3.95 | Cumulative GPA: 3.62
GMAT: Expected 750+ | ACT: 34/36

Work Experience:
Founder of Software E-commerce startup that I built to earn $700K in ARR and sold for ~$2MM my freshman year.
Founder of Luxury Apparel Subscription service where I led our team of 7 to raise $100K at $2.5M Valuation and brokered partnerships with major retailers
Sophomore Summer: IB Internship at MM firm
Junior Summer: IB internship at top BB (JPM/GS/MS) Returning Full Time

Extra Curricular:
Founder of NGO in high school for supplies for Homeless in LA (stopped after freshman year of College)
Joined NGO that does cleft lip and cleft palette pro-bono surgeries in China - served on Volunteer Board as VP of Operations
President at Asian American Tutoring Service that tutors asian American kids in Chinatown
President at Moneythink that tutors inner city kids financial literacy
President at Entrepreneurship Society on campus

Why deferred MBA?
I am pursuing a career in technology investment banking in the short term to both understand the wholistic picture of the technology industry and be able to analyze their business models but to also build technical skills in financial analysis. I want to pair this experience with my previous small scale entrepreneurship experience in order to better position myself to create a scalable startup within the software/tech enablement space. A deferred MBA will help me in this process as I will be able to combine the academic curriculum and my previous experience to accelerate my learning, gain a great network, have the chance to create a diverse team, and have the necessary resources to launch something that will make an impact.

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Hello J24,

Thank you for your post. You have a solid GPA and will have an impressive GMAT if you manage to score above a 750. It is also good to see that your GPA has trended upwards after your freshman year. What have you done to prepare for the GMAT thus far?

We would also like to know what programs you are targeting. Deferred programs are often very competitive so adding several schools to your list will help to increase your chances of acceptance (think 5 to 7).

As mentioned in our above post in the thread, successful deferred MBA applicants will have already demonstrated strong leadership through internships and extracurricular activities. Your founder roles and multiple positions as president speak volumes to your leadership skills.

Your wide array of experiences is great but remember that successful applications share a consistent and impactful story. It is important that admissions committee members immediately see who you are, what has defined you, and why you have made specific choices.

This personal story development is a key component of Personal MBA Coach’s services. Do not hesitate to reach out to scott@personalmbacoach.com to further discuss your situation and ways to enhance your candidacy.

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Hi J24,

Thanks for sharing your profile. Your profile looks good on the surface. Talking about your stats, your undergrad GPA is decent. If you score the expected GMAT (750+), it will greatly enhance your chances. Talking about your work experience, you must speak about your startup experience. You should go into more detail about this journey, describing how you built leadership skills in yourself and how you dealt with setbacks. You should include examples of impact, maturity, leadership, and creativity in your apps to demonstrate your success. Bring up your internship experience and the lessons you learned from it.

Your Ecs are good as well! You can speak about your work for NGO and the motivation behind this cause. Speaking about all this with enthusiasm would add diversity to your profile, and adcoms will get to know different aspects of your personality.

If you need any direction/guidance over any aspect of your application and have any specific concerns, you can ask us on the forum Ask MBA & Beyond.

Overall you have a good profile. I would like to know which programs you are targeting to gauge your fit for the b-school. The most critical aspect of your application is how you link the dots and provide a compelling story to distinguish yourself from the other candidates in the pool. Throughout your application, make sure you align with the school's ideals. You can have a look at the deferred MBA programs here with their deadlines and criteria. It will help you get better clarity of which schools should you apply to.

If you’d like, we are happy to hop on a call with you sometime this week to discuss your profile in length and gauge your fit for the b-school. Feel free to book a free session with us as per your convenience.

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Great Initiative.

Would like to have a profile review for me. Currently, I'm in the pre-final year of Undergrad and would be applying to deferred MBA programs next year. (2022)

Background: Indian Male
Undergrad: Major in Computer Science ( Top 15 Undergrad College in India)
GPA: 3.52/4
GMAT: Not given yet
Target schools: Booth, Kellogg, Columbia, Haas, Darden, Stanford

Work Experience:-

1.Pro Bono Consultancy Internship for a Small Scale startup in India. (Recommending strategies on the Product side and providing viable solutions)
2.Student Consultant at London-based Student consulting Organization. Working on providing viable Recommendations to SME's.
3.Business Operations Intern at Education Consultancy. Worked on Ambassador program, growth strategies for the company. Organizing a Conference program
with an expected footfall of 20K+ students etc and working on bringing in sponsorship worth Rs 10,00,000.
4.Product Management Intern at Valiance Solution. Worked on creating a dashboard for a mobile app with various KPIs for a Power Plant System.
5.Consulting & Market Research Live Project at QSR chain company named "Belgian Waffle"

Achievments:-

1. Won several National Consulting Case and Analytics competitions from Top B schools in India.
2. Honoured with "Dare2Compete Top 30 Competitive Leaders among Engineering Schools in India" Recognition for exceptional performance in Competitions.
3. Received Special Achiever Scholarship from college for exceptional performance in National & International Competitions.
4. Star Performer in being a Sales Representative for various B schools Events. Brought in more than 500+ participants for Fests and events conducted by B schools.
5. Participated in Several Global Business Competitions, teaming up with students from UCLA, Stanford, Brown, etc, and other international students. Gained valuable experience and diverse Networks as well.
6. Attended several Consulting Bootcamps and got Case Solving training sessions from Consultants at MBB's.

Extra Curriculars

1. National Level Table Tennis player. Won several School State Championships and represented the state at National Level in India. Received Khelo India Scholarship from WB Govt as well.
2. Completed Senior Diploma in Music Instrument (Tabla). Won District level Music Competitions in India.
3. Completed Senior Diploma in Painting.
4. Committee Member at International Society of Automation chapter in college. Worked on organizing International Conferences, hackathons. Bringing in Sponsorships worth Rs 1,00,000.
5. Selected for an International Startup Enrichment Tour (Cancelled due to Covid)
6. Written Blogs on Topics related to Hindu Mythological Scripture such as Mahabharata and Japan's anime review
7. Volunteered for Vismaya who are working for families of Martyrs in India.

Post-MBA goals:-
To work in the Consulting field.

What more things should I do to improve my profile for Deferred MBA program applications

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To improve your profile you should do the following:

(1) Keep focusing on grades. Try to raise your GPA as much as possible. That is a huge determinant for deferred MBA programs. Is the 3.52 close to a US equivalent? If so, that's good just not great.

(2) Crush the GMAT. That's a major X factor that is not part of your profile. You have to do well. You arguably have more control over this component than you do GPA which is harder to improve.

(3) Refine your career goals. "Consulting" is not going to help you stand out. Think about something more personal and interesting.

You have solid achievements and extracurricular activities. Work experience for deferred MBA programs is not as big of a deal compared to full-time MBAs since it's usually part-time work.

Good luck!

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Hello dibyangshu,

Thank you for sharing. One thing to note is that if you studied in India, you should report the raw percentage / CGPA rather than converting it to 4.0. Unless, of course, the school uses a 4.0 scale.

I recommend really working to maximize your GMAT score. Given that you are targeting top b-schools including some of the M7s, you will want to demonstrate that you are prepared for the rigor of their programs. Have you taken a practice test?

While test scores and academics are not the be-all and end-all, they are very important – particularly since deferred MBA programs are very competitive. Additionally, since you are applying from an overrepresented applicant pool, differentiating yourself with a strong GMAT score will be key.

You have a good mix of work experience, achievements, and extracurriculars. Remember that the ones you choose to highlight in your applications should fit together to tell a consistent and compelling story.

You will also want to think about refining your post-MBA goals. Since consulting is a very common career goal, you want to share how you will make your unique mark. Perhaps you intend to develop a specific area of expertise within the consulting industry or focus on a certain sector. You must go beyond simply stating what position you are hoping to achieve and share your vision for improving your chosen field or company.

Feel free to reach out to scott@personalmbacoach.com if you are looking for application assistance – it is never too early to begin the process! Personal MBA Coach helps a lot of folks get into top deferred MBA programs each year. Take a look at our services to learn more.

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Hi dibyangshu,

Thanks for sharing your profile. Your profile looks good on the surface. Talking about your stats, your undergrad GPA is good. You should focus on your GMAT and aim for 730+ to maximize your chances. You have a good internship experience. You’ll need to showcase your learnings from them. Talk about the projects you have undertaken and created an impact. Your ECs and achievements are notable and should be highlighted in your applications. You have done so many amazing things. The adcoms put a high value on the candidate's beliefs in giving back to society, make sure you exhibit the same. Your extracurricular activities contribute to your profile’s 'impact' element, which makes you stand out. They have a wider view on the profile and principles, which aids b-schools in deciding whether an applicant is a good match for b-school or not. You should be able to present it really well. You may want to read the article on what b-schools look in the candidate for deferred MBA. This will help you to get some better insights.

You will need to explain in deep about your post-MBA goals. You need to know for which industry you want to do consulting and second how you define "creative consulting firm". So, defining your post-MBA goals better will help you get some experience for those set goals and so a better argument for your goals.

If you need any direction/guidance over any aspect of your application and have any specific concerns, you can ask us on the forum Ask MBA & Beyond.

Overall, I think you are a full package, and the only thing you have to work hard on is your GMAT and story-telling (which actually is the deal-breaker). You seem to have a great shot at your target schools (just classify them as to reach, target, and safety schools and then strategize application accordingly).

If you’d like, we are happy to hop on a call with you sometime this week to discuss your profile in length and further chances to the b-schools. Feel free to book a free session with us as per your convenience.

Let’s maximize your chances in Round 1 for fall intake

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Background: Indian Male
Undergrad: BA in Liberal arts, Majors in Economics (Asian uni ranking 301)
GPA: 3.72
GMAT: 750
Target schools: Booth, Kellogg, Columbia, Haas, IESE, Wharton
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1. Interned at Panasonic India, as a marketing research intern. Heavy research on how firms are interacting with the market and its ever-changing nature: accordingly what opportunities or threats does that change pose on Panasonic. Analysing the various Marketing strategies employed by the competitors in the ROC category. Preparing technical documents such as tables and graphs.Writing a final report.
2. Have procured an internship at Daikin, as a potential financial analyst
3. Student COVID Volunteer Intern: Collaborated with Migrant Travel Support Network to send 1200 migrants from Mumbai to Jharkhand via Train. Working with the government.
4. Student Ambassador: Mentoring incoming students, along with conducting events to get the settled into the college.
5. Internship at a research centre: Centre of environmental sustainability and development: Ongoing initiatives on Urban Air quality assessment in India During COVID-19 Pandemic.
• Data entry and preliminary assessment
• Assistance in data analysis
• Preparing technical documents/graphs/tables
• Review of relevant national/global literature
Have worked closely in 3 academic research papers. For which one of them I am a co author.
6. Student Academic Representative: Implementing policies in accordance with the college's needs, one of three reps. Address problems that the students have.
7. Part of the student grievance redressal cell: Helping students resolve conflicts.
8. Currently working at an renowned NGO in my region: Currently working 2 projects, and leading them as much as possible. Mentoring students, along with marketing the NGO.
9. Will apply for another NGO, as I just love taking initiative, hopefully something related to the vaccination drive.

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Hello mmadan8,

Thank you for sharing. You have a strong GMAT/academics and a nice list of target schools (Personal MBA Coach recommends applying to 5 to 7 to maximize your chances of acceptance).

Your internship and extracurricular experiences look good as well. As a deferred MBA applicant, you will want to show admissions directors that you are committed to studying business but also want security to chart your own path before you start school.

What are your post-MBA goals? Strong deferred MBA candidates will have a clear sense of their goals, though long-term goals end up being a lot harder to define because you are early in your career. While these goals can definitely change over time, successfully articulating your post-MBA goals often comes only after working with a consultant on your applications.

Do not hesitate to reach out to scott@personalmbacoach.com if you are looking for help with goal development and other key components of your applications. We work with a lot of international applicants, and we would be happy to discuss how we can help set you up for success! Take a look at our services to learn more.

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Hi mmadan8,

Thank you for sharing your profile. You have a competitive GMAT score. I can see some really great experiences in your profile. For deferred programs, the adcoms are concerned with the diversity of experience and learning that the candidate has accumulated at the undergraduate level. You will need to highlight all your internship experiences in your apps thoroughly and your learnings from them. Talking about the initiative you have taken and contributing to society in this pandemic will show your quality of giving back to society.

What are your post-MBA goals? Being a deferred candidate, you must be clear about your post-MBA goals. You are a young college senior, you must be sure about your professional goals, and as you are applying for the deferred program, it means MBA is a definite route to those goals. So, explaining your short-term and long-term goals is very important.

If you need any direction/guidance over any aspect of your application and have any specific concerns, you can ask us on the forum Ask MBA & Beyond.

Overall you have a good profile and shot at your targeted schools. You will need to define your post-MBA goals very well, and then everything will depend on how you connect the dots and create a great narrative. If you’d like, we are happy to hop on a call with you to discuss your profile in length and your further chances to b-schools. Feel free to book a free session with us as per your convenience.

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Hi J24,
To begin with, I would like to focus on the fact that, as you are applying to a deferred MBA program which is one of the most competitive programs out there, your overall profile definitely falls under a stellar category which is in sync with the background of the rest of the applicant pool.
Starting your evaluation, your academic records with respect to your GPA and potential GMAT score showcases your stronghold in the academic front which allows you to apply to top schools without any hesitation.
Now talking about your work experience, you have a great portfolio with regards to your professional endeavours which includes your entrepreneurial ventures which showcase your leadership capabilities. Similarly, your stint as an intern at some of the top firms further adds value to your profile and vouches for the holistic exposure you’ve garnered through your practical experiences.
Furthermore, when talking about your extracurricular activities, you have again hit the nail on the head with a plethora of diverse activities under your belt. Most importantly, these endeavours showcase your strong leadership role in contributing towards the upliftment of the society. You can further enhance your profile by maybe shedding light on any certifications or courses that you have undertaken to showcase your constant drive to learn.
Coming to the schools that you can target based on your profile, you can aim to target schools like Harvard Business School, Stanford GSB, Yale, Chicago Booth UVA, MIT, and Wharton where your chances of acceptance would be around 50%.
Considering the fact that you have an excellent profile, you need to supplement it with an equally great application. Your application is basically what can differentiate you from the rest of the equally competitive application pool. You also need to showcase your journey and how you are a great value addition to the school. Additionally, it also carries a 30% impact on your admission prospects which is why I would urge you to pay more attention to the same.

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hello, please evaluate my profile:

background: indian female

undergrad and gmat: 8.5-9.2 from top10 commerce and management colleges in india, gmat to be taken (aiming for 750)

internships: 1st one was as a summer intern or a networking solutions company. i was in the accounting dept where i handled the books of accounts
2nd - content writer for a digital marketing company, worked as a team leader for teh content writing interns. worked on many projects as the lead from teh content team.
3rd - human resource intern for a consulting startup firm. ended up becoming a team leader for the hr interns as well. was in charge of diversity and inclusion and worked on recruitment and talent solutions
4th- research intern for the department of promotion of industry and internal trade, ministry of commerce, government of india. internship not yet completed.

ec's: national level swimmer
college basketball team
treasurer of the college's debating society
lead guitarist for the college rock band
trekker (completed 4 high altitude (15000ft+) treks and many adventure sports) volunteer for children's summer adventure camp

community service: 60 hours community service through college
social volunteer for an ngo centered around women safety and empowerment
volunteered for a student run organization to help covid struck families during the second wave

post mba goals: return to work for the financial services industry in big4/8 for a few years and then start my own hedge fund. hoping to network with alumni and fellow students during mba to help me gather knowledge and experience to achieve this goal

will be applying in 2022 to: hbs 2+2, cbs, wharton, booth, kellogg, mit and darden

do you think i stand a chance ? im not even sure if i should bother applying. eagerly waiting for your take on my profile

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Hi anusharajjj123,

Thank you for your post. Deferred MBA programs can be competitive. Because of this, you will definitely want to aim for a 750 GMAT if you want to get into a top US program.

Additionally, successful applicants often have demonstrated considerable leadership. It sounds like you have some strong experience to highlight from your internships and extracurriculars.

As for your target school list, you have a good list and a number of programs. Personal MBA Coach suggests applying to 5 to 8 schools to maximize your chances of acceptance. You may also want to look into Berkeley Haas Accelerate Access, Yale SOM Silver Scholars, Chicago Booth Scholars, and Stanford GSB Deferred Enrollment. (Note that Stanford GSB and Yale SOM take applications in January as well if you want to get a head start.)

Should you secure a strong GMAT and put together compelling applications, I think you certainly have a chance at some of these programs. While it is great to read that you have started to think about your post-MBA goals, strong candidates often best articulate their goals after working together with a consultant.

Feel free to reach out to scott@personalmbacoach.com to continue discussing your candidacy and application strategy. And, take a look at our Deferred MBA Packages to learn how we can help you put together strong applications for your target programs!

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Background: Indian male

Undergrad: Major in Chemical Engineering (university ranked top 10 in India)

GPA: 8.36/10

Target GMAT: 760

Target schools: Not decided

Achievements
-Working with the Founder of a leading media startup in India to strategize & launch a new product in a different market.

-Working with a leading foreign education Series B funded startup in Product Management Role. Optimising their communication system impacting their top line by 20%.

-Bidding against Asian countries to bring a Harvard Conference to India for the first time. Have been supported by Delhi Govt. & CXOs of Intel, Hindustan Unilever and many. Secured intents of sponsorship worth over 75 lacs & partnered with leading organizations like Enactus , Invest India etc.

-Interned with EY in Strategy & Marketing Profile( devised strategy to market a edtech product under EY Umbrella to its TA & Partnership with colleges to initiate a B2B Channel)

-Interned with a Series A Funded Fintech Startups in the Growth Domain. Worked on campaigns to reduce the CAC of high Intent users by 28% & Engagement programs for the Community.

-Leading the Entrepreneurship Club of our college and felicitating startups under the club with proper mentorship from industry leaders.

Extra Curricular

-Volunteered for a United Nations Programme. Worked with a team size 10 people to initiate dialogue on various social topics and collect data points on ground.

-Worked with an NGO in promoting their social cause through blogs and email newsletters.

-Selected to a prestigious Havard Conference. (had to attend online due to covid)

-Bronze Medal Recipient from International Award for Young People.

-State Level Chess Player

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- Short term: strategy consulting
- Long term: venture into VC Industry by gaining experience in consulting.

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sohamroy1710:

You have great stats, extracurricular activities and achievements. What isn't clear is your age and if those achievements are part of full-time work experience or things you have done on the side, say while in school. Can you please clarify?

Also, I would recommend you really think hard about your career goals. They aren't terribly unique and that might not win over the AdCom at Stanford. I'm sure there's more depth to what you have posted, but just wanted you to keep that in mind.

Please reach out to our team at Admissionado if you'd like to discuss your profile and a potential strategy for this season or when you do end up applying.

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Hi! These experiences are part time along with college. So my age is currently 20 years. I am in 3rd Year of my Four Year Course.

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sohamroy1710:

In that case, I take it you're looking at the Deferred MBA program at Stanford? If so, I think your statistics are appropriate and you have some interesting part-time experiences.

I say go for it. It'll be uber competitive because of the limited seats and your competitive demographic cohort, but you have nothing to lose. You can always re-apply through the normal full-time MBA admissions process after you have gained a few years of full-time experience.

Again, focus on refining those career goals. Saying you want to do consulting to then do venture is not going to wow the AdCom. Think creatively and have fun with the application!

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Hey ! Thanks for the feedback. Can you help me with any.pointers specific to Deferred MBA. I still need to clearly layout my goals.

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