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Hi all,

I need advice in choosing the school between the two.

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Male, 30, Indian
6.5 years of experience in operations and project management in shipping and energy industries in India
Post MBA plans - operations and supply chain roles in Tech companies such as Amazon.

I have received full ride at Scheller which includes the GRA stipend. Vanderbilt has offered me $50K in scholarship which translates to ~`$85K debt for me. I am requesting for additional scholarship from Vanderbilt, any tips regarding negotiating the same are appreciated.

While l understand the similar rankings of both, any external perspective is truly appreciated.

Thanks!
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Scheller (Georgia Tech) or Owen (Vanderbilt) 14 Jun 2022, 03:59
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Hi all,

I need advice in choosing the school between the two.

About me:

Male, 30, Indian
6.5 years of experience in operations and project management in shipping and energy industries in India
Post MBA plans - operations and supply chain roles in Tech companies such as Amazon.

I have received full ride at Scheller which includes the GRA stipend. Vanderbilt has offered me $50K in scholarship which translates to ~`$85K debt for me. I am requesting for additional scholarship from Vanderbilt, any tips regarding negotiating the same are appreciated.

While l understand the similar rankings of both, any external perspective is truly appreciated.

Thanks!

Hello IndianGuy101,

You could let Vanderbilt know you have another US top ~25 scholarship with a full ride (avoid naming the school) besides also sharing with them any improvements in your profile. Needless to say, letting them know that Owen is still your preferred choice provided you can decrease your debt is something you can communicate, as well.

Scheller is in great sync with your goals and the full-ride would just make things a whole lot comfortable. So, we would possibly pick Scheller. Further, while Owen is a fine program, its primary strength is Finance. So, that is an additional factor you may consider, as well.

Good luck!
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Scheller (Georgia Tech) or Owen (Vanderbilt) 14 Jun 2022, 10:27
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Hi ExpertsGlobal

Thank you for taking the time and addressing my queries.

Yes, that's a nice approach and I have reached out to Vanderbilt in a similar way. Hoping for a positive outcome!

Yes, I also feel Scheller has an edge over Vanderbilt when it comes to ops and supply chain in Tech companies. At present, I too am inclined to go with Scheller, as it is ticking all the right boxes.

Once again, I really appreciate the advice! :D
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Congrats on your admits. I feel the Full Scholarship option is just more attractive. Both are Top 30-50 schools and are not the HBS of the world so the more dollars you can grab the better. A lot of the recruiting will be on your shoulders and that's easier if you don't have the loan hanging on those shoulders either.

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Congrats on your admits. I feel the Full Scholarship option is just more attractive. Both are Top 30-50 schools and are not the HBS of the world so the more dollars you can grab the better. A lot of the recruiting will be on your shoulders and that's easier if you don't have the loan hanging on those shoulders either.

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Thanks bb for the wishes!

Yes given the similar rankings, full scholarship at Scheller reduces a lot of burden and I would be able to concentrate on off campus recruiting much more focused.

Scheller it is then. YAY!!!! :D

I am immensely grateful to the guys over at the GMAT Club for their insights and guidance during my MBA admissions journey through the forums and chats. Kudos to the team !!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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Congratulations on your choice and admit and good luck in Georgia!!!


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Congrats on your admits. I feel the Full Scholarship option is just more attractive. Both are Top 30-50 schools and are not the HBS of the world so the more dollars you can grab the better. A lot of the recruiting will be on your shoulders and that's easier if you don't have the loan hanging on those shoulders either.

-BB

Thanks bb for the wishes!

Yes given the similar rankings, full scholarship at Scheller reduces a lot of burden and I would be able to concentrate on off campus recruiting much more focused.

Scheller it is then. YAY!!!! :D

I am immensely grateful to the guys over at the GMAT Club for their insights and guidance during my MBA admissions journey through the forums and chats. Kudos to the team !!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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