Reapplicant MBA

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Hi

I have a quick question that is getting me crazy,

I have been rejected from my dream school, at which I have applied the day before their deadline, and admitted to a second choice (equivalent in ranking) . Do you believe that if I ask to my dream school to have a realistic opinion about my profile saying that I am ready to reject my second choice if they give me a positive and real opinion of my possibilities if I apply again, do you believe that whort it and that I can trust them?

P.S this time I will apply the first day considering that I am from the same country of my target school

Thank you very much for your help,

You are the best, really!!!

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Admissionado · Answer

Georgelakers :

I would not go down this path. These schools are not going to give you an opinion of the kind you are seeking. They will be diplomatic at best and encourage you to make a decision that's in your best interests, or something to that effect.

Based on what you have described, go with your second choice and don't look back. There are so many great MBA programs and while you unfortunately weren't able to get into your dream school, I am confident you'll have a great experience in your second choice.

This was a very competitive year and I wouldn't want to take chances of reapplying, especially if they are on the same level. There are too many unknowns when you go back into the applicant pool.

Congrats!

Georgelakers · Answer

Admissionado 
Thank you for you extremely important help,

The last question, in case I would like to apply again to my first choice, considering that I will have the opportunity this time to apply the first day rather than the last one and that this year will be less competitive comparing the intake 21(I think),there are many more chances in your opinion even though I am a reapplicant? They told me that they rejected me because they had similar profiles and for their diversity was not good, but I do not know if it is the true.

Many thanks❤️

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bb · Answer

I have a feeling this year will be different.... being a reapplicant has its own nuances. I would say there is never a guarantee. We have had 2 crazy seasons now and there is nothing that is preventing it from being 3.

I would be feeling a lot better about applying to the school of your dreams if you could also improve the application. A lot of times AdCom asks and expects improvement. Not sure about your school but some ask re-applicants to submit a separate essay "What changed since your last application" which may be tricky.

Ultimately, I would side with  Admissionado  and say that just the fact that you have had your heart/mind set on one name and instead got admitted to another (e.g. Fuqua instead of Yale or Judge instead of Said), is not sufficient by enough to put your life on hold for a year really. There is a lot more that happens under the surface of the program and while the life the destinies are different, you are saving a year of life. On the other hand, if you have more reasons to wait, apply to a diff school, possibly need a scholarship, have a promotion coming, dealing with uncertainty, then sure. You can reapply and gamble but if it is just A = B but I like A better, that is not a good reason. Sorry. I know it is not the answer you were looking for.

Admissionado · Answer

Georgelakers :

To answer your question: maybe. It depends on the program and a variety of other factors. Generally speaking, applying earlier is usually better especially if we're talking about rolling admissions so long as your application will be as "ready" as it would be if you applied later. Applying early is also much preferred if you are looking and qualify for any scholarship money.

All things being equal, I really don't know if that is going to be the difference between getting in this next year and being waitlisted this year. It probably is not, but you never know. As bb mentioned, I would not advise on rolling the dice on a reapplication strategy on this basis alone. You would need (a) need to give up your current offer (assuming no deferral, and even if you get one, then you're talking about foregoing a significant security deposit) and (b) delaying your MBA experience by a year.

Lastly, since you would be a reapplicant, you would also need to show progress since your previous application, which would be harder to do if you're talking about applying in the beginning of the new season having already applied at the end of the previous one.

Ultimately it's your call, but I would stick with the bird in the hand over the two in the bush.

Georgelakers · Answer

I would like to apply again to this MBA because is stronger in my country (France), but I have see that my second choice if I want do an exchange with my dream school. Do you believe that doing an exchange in my dream school will have almost the same value of attending directly that school in finding a job?

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Admissionado · Answer

Georgelakers :

No, it would not be the same. You can put it on your resume but you will never get the same credit has haven't graduated from that program with a proper degree.

This decision ultimately comes down to whether that delta between your second choice school and dream school is big enough to give up what you have now to reapply again in the fall. It sounds like it's fairly large for you, so (while I disagree) you should clearly want to go for it!

ARINGO · Answer

Every year, all schools, offer admissions to candidates who are reapplying, the reapps.   Before applying again, take some time for self-reflection. Seek feedback from multiple resources to understand what went wrong. If you can diagnose your weaknesses, it will help you to identify areas of improvement and strengthen your profile for better chances.  
 The crux of the matter is to create a solid plan when reapplying to your dream schools. The earlier you start the preparation, the better it will be. Take into consideration that your new application might be compared to your old one, avoid repeating mistakes and emerge as a stronger candidate in reapplications.

For more tips for MBA Reapplicants, please visit:  https://aringo.com/reapplying-for-top-mba-programs-tips/

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