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07 Aug 2015, 20:33
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Thanks for your time. I’m pretty new to the MBA admissions world, so I appreciate any advice you can give. Well, any realistic advice, that is. 
A brief introduction: The career fields that I’m most passionate about are nonprofit work, social services, and mental health. I applied to UT Austin’s Master of Science in Social Work program, and was accepted for this fall, but I deferred for a year so that I could gain in-state status. I plan to graduate in 2018.
However, I also plan to get an MBA in the near future, since it would open up a lot of administrative positions within the social services and healthcare fields. I think a management degree will let me pursue work that I care deeply about, and also enable me to support a large family. (Which isn’t in the picture -- yet!) My plan is to apply to an MBA program after I have a few years of social work experience, which I would need anyway to get my LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) certification.
So, here’s my hypothetical profile (as of 2020 or 2021, when I’ll think of applying):
1. GMAT: I took the practice GMAT a week or so ago, and I got a 720 without having really studied for it. I’m going to study for it over the next 3 months, and I figure I can get a 750 or above once I do an extensive math review.
2. Work experience: should be 3-4 years at the time of applying. I plan to have at least 2 years of MSW-level social work experience by the time I apply to an MBA, and 3 years by the time I enter the program. I’ll also have at least 1 year of experience as an AmeriCorps VISTA member (which I’m doing now). The MSW program also includes 1,000 hours of field experience.
3. Undergrad/GPA: 3.63 GPA in psychology at a top-10 liberal arts college. The only math class I took was a statistics course, which I got an A- in.
4. Letters of Recommendation: most of these will probably come from people whom I haven’t met yet -- but I haven’t had trouble finding good LOR sources in the past.
5. Essays: In my essays, I plan to explain how the MSW and my social work experience have prepared me for the MBA and a career in management. I feel pretty confident about this element of my application.
6. 24 years old now, so in 2020 (when I’m applying) I’ll be 29. White male, so no minority status there.
I’m planning on a specialization in nonprofit or healthcare management, if the school offers either one.
What are my chances at these schools (for now I’m most interested in full-time programs):
1. UT Austin - in many ways my top choice. I want to live and work in Texas for as long as I can, and I’ll qualify for in-state status, so I think McCombs makes a lot of sense.
2. UT Dallas
3. Texas A&M
And I may as well ask:
4. Harvard
5. Wharton
6. Stanford
Thanks very much for your help!
A brief introduction: The career fields that I’m most passionate about are nonprofit work, social services, and mental health. I applied to UT Austin’s Master of Science in Social Work program, and was accepted for this fall, but I deferred for a year so that I could gain in-state status. I plan to graduate in 2018.
However, I also plan to get an MBA in the near future, since it would open up a lot of administrative positions within the social services and healthcare fields. I think a management degree will let me pursue work that I care deeply about, and also enable me to support a large family. (Which isn’t in the picture -- yet!) My plan is to apply to an MBA program after I have a few years of social work experience, which I would need anyway to get my LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) certification.
So, here’s my hypothetical profile (as of 2020 or 2021, when I’ll think of applying):
1. GMAT: I took the practice GMAT a week or so ago, and I got a 720 without having really studied for it. I’m going to study for it over the next 3 months, and I figure I can get a 750 or above once I do an extensive math review.
2. Work experience: should be 3-4 years at the time of applying. I plan to have at least 2 years of MSW-level social work experience by the time I apply to an MBA, and 3 years by the time I enter the program. I’ll also have at least 1 year of experience as an AmeriCorps VISTA member (which I’m doing now). The MSW program also includes 1,000 hours of field experience.
3. Undergrad/GPA: 3.63 GPA in psychology at a top-10 liberal arts college. The only math class I took was a statistics course, which I got an A- in.
4. Letters of Recommendation: most of these will probably come from people whom I haven’t met yet -- but I haven’t had trouble finding good LOR sources in the past.
5. Essays: In my essays, I plan to explain how the MSW and my social work experience have prepared me for the MBA and a career in management. I feel pretty confident about this element of my application.
6. 24 years old now, so in 2020 (when I’m applying) I’ll be 29. White male, so no minority status there.
I’m planning on a specialization in nonprofit or healthcare management, if the school offers either one.
What are my chances at these schools (for now I’m most interested in full-time programs):
1. UT Austin - in many ways my top choice. I want to live and work in Texas for as long as I can, and I’ll qualify for in-state status, so I think McCombs makes a lot of sense.
2. UT Dallas
3. Texas A&M
And I may as well ask:
4. Harvard
5. Wharton
6. Stanford
Thanks very much for your help!
10 Aug 2015, 13:00
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Hi there,
Thanks for posting. So it's always pretty tough to assess a 'theoretical' profile that has not yet come to be and has many unknowns... but on the flip side it's great that you are thinking and planning so far ahead, as that will only help you! Here are some various thoughts...
-Since the GMAT is valid for 5 years, see when you can commit 2-3 months to preparing then go for it, and you'll have that well out of the way before it comes time to do apps and essays, which helps.
-I would suggest the minimum of the 2 years of work experience before applying (= 3 years before matriculating) so that you can really show that bring experiences to the class and that you are well prepared for class discussions as well as post-MBA hiring.
-As long as your 'story' overall makes sense, being from a 'less traditional' background for b-school doesn't have to be a drawback... in fact it can help you be remembered. It will be important for you to have a clear and compelling explanation of WHY you need the MBA and exactly how it will help you... but it sounds like you will not have a problem doing so.
-Other things to research in the coming years include specific post-MBA jobs you may be qualified for, and specific schools (visit, read blogs, meet people etc).
-For non- profits and/or healthcare, some other schools to research may include Yale, Haas, Kellogg, Duke, UNC, Ross. As for your school list, it sounds reasonable, and as for H/S/W, of course those schools are reach schools for MOST applicants and it is tough to assess at this point but if all things go well, GMAT is strong, you can cite examples of leadership, you are promoted/recognized in your coming work experience and can show impact and accomplishments and what you've learned, your essays and recommendations are strong, etc etc, sure it could be possible. Keep in touch and good luck to you!
Thanks for posting. So it's always pretty tough to assess a 'theoretical' profile that has not yet come to be and has many unknowns
... but on the flip side it's great that you are thinking and planning so far ahead, as that will only help you! Here are some various thoughts...-Since the GMAT is valid for 5 years, see when you can commit 2-3 months to preparing then go for it, and you'll have that well out of the way before it comes time to do apps and essays, which helps.
-I would suggest the minimum of the 2 years of work experience before applying (= 3 years before matriculating) so that you can really show that bring experiences to the class and that you are well prepared for class discussions as well as post-MBA hiring.
-As long as your 'story' overall makes sense, being from a 'less traditional' background for b-school doesn't have to be a drawback... in fact it can help you be remembered. It will be important for you to have a clear and compelling explanation of WHY you need the MBA and exactly how it will help you... but it sounds like you will not have a problem doing so.
-Other things to research in the coming years include specific post-MBA jobs you may be qualified for, and specific schools (visit, read blogs, meet people etc).
-For non- profits and/or healthcare, some other schools to research may include Yale, Haas, Kellogg, Duke, UNC, Ross. As for your school list, it sounds reasonable, and as for H/S/W, of course those schools are reach schools for MOST applicants and it is tough to assess at this point but if all things go well, GMAT is strong, you can cite examples of leadership, you are promoted/recognized in your coming work experience and can show impact and accomplishments and what you've learned, your essays and recommendations are strong, etc etc, sure it could be possible.
Keep in touch and good luck to you!
10 Aug 2015, 16:27
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Thanks for the prompt and thorough response! I appreciate the specific school recommendations also, since many of those weren't really ones on my radar.
How would you say that my UT-Austin/A&M/UT-Dallas chances stand? All of those schools are pretty selective, but I would be delighted to get into any of those three. Thanks for the input!
How would you say that my UT-Austin/A&M/UT-Dallas chances stand? All of those schools are pretty selective, but I would be delighted to get into any of those three. Thanks for the input!
