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I may write something about my quant abilities too. I do have a very technical job, interweaving business and the economy, and an engineering background with As in all my calculus courses.

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Would anyone recommend addressing my low GMAT score in Essay 4 or just leaving it alone? I don't really want to say that I am planning on taking it again because then they will not fully review my application till that new score is received, after the May 15 deadline. Some of the admissions consultants in the other forums are making comments like "I simply don't think you are competitive with that GMAT score" which is really freaking me out.

Hi Focus,

I feel as though my quant score was relatively low, compared to what I believe their average is. I addressed it in essay 4 by discussing the quantitative work I do at my job on a regular basis. Perhaps address the things you do involving numbers at work? If you're working in a quantitative environment, it ought to highlight your real world competency. If you'd want to address the verbal score, maybe mention the fact that you interact with various people, have to communicate difficult messages via email, conversations, etc. You can explain your competency as it relates to real life instances, regardless of your score on the test.

It is up to you. I honestly do not think your score is so low that it warrants calling it out, but it is ultimately your decision. The AdCom mentions that they like "self-awareness," so if you believe the score hurts your application, use the opportunity to highlight that self-awareness and tell them why your score does not reflect who you are!
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Thanks for the help guys. Good point about being self-aware and addressing weaknesses.
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The soft deadline is approaching! Hope everyone is wrapping up their applications.
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Are there any legitimate backup schools to NYU Langone part time?
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I'd say that depends on how much travelling you'd be willing to do, and also your definition of "legitimate."

Rochester, Baruch, Fordham, Buffalo, to name a few, are ranked. Though they're not ranked as high as NYU and a couple are pretty far from the city.

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My definition of legitimate is a school in NYC or online that is highly ranked and good enough to be considered a backup school. I actually looked into Baruch - even visited an admissions event. I never considered Fordham due to some articles I read, which stated that they were in the process of rebuilding. I also looked at Indiana Kelley Direct MBA, UNC online MBA, and Carnegie Mellon online MBA. However, I do not know how an online MBA compares to a top ranked MBA from NYU.
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Does the May 15 deadline mean we can submit anytime up until 11:59PM tomorrow?
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Does the May 15 deadline mean we can submit anytime up until 11:59PM tomorrow?
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Yes. They also accept applications on a rolling basis until July 1.
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Just submitted my application. Really hoping for a miracle. Good luck everyone!
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Focus did u submit a creative essay?

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Good luck, everyone!

I had lunch today with a current Stern PT student who works at my firm, and a Stern alum from the FT program. They gave me a lot to think about regarding the full-time vs. part-time experience. I'm curious--what are everyone's reasons for choosing part-time over full-time? What defined your decision? Is it personal? Financial? My choice was a strategic one. I want to change functions within my career, but feel like I'd be a stronger candidate to make that change if I have both an MBA and uninterrupted work experience. But, now I'm not completely sold on the logic of my strategy! The PT'er tells me he's made zero friends, and developed no network. Personally, I think that has more to do with his personality than the "Stern experience," but I'd love to hear from other applicants as to why part-time is the best decision.
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I just submitted a written essay for essay 3.
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Good luck, everyone!

I had lunch today with a current Stern PT student who works at my firm, and a Stern alum from the FT program. They gave me a lot to think about regarding the full-time vs. part-time experience. I'm curious--what are everyone's reasons for choosing part-time over full-time? What defined your decision? Is it personal? Financial? My choice was a strategic one. I want to change functions within my career, but feel like I'd be a stronger candidate to make that change if I have both an MBA and uninterrupted work experience. But, now I'm not completely sold on the logic of my strategy! The PT'er tells me he's made zero friends, and developed no network. Personally, I think that has more to do with his personality than the "Stern experience," but I'd love to hear from other applicants as to why part-time is the best decision.
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I chose PT for financial reasons (though i did not mention that) and because I will be soon be starting to manage a team and i think i would make the strongest impact as a new manager if i could apply the tools i learn in the classroom right away. Cliche answer but its the truth.
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I chose the part time program because I too would like uninterrupted work experience. My job also pays for my school (not sponsored, but reimbursed) so I can't take a leave of absence.
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I chose PT for financial reasons (though i did not mention that) and because I will be soon be starting to manage a team and i think i would make the strongest impact as a new manager if i could apply the tools i learn in the classroom right away. Cliche answer but its the truth.
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Might be cliche but that reasoning is certainly thrown around often enough as being one of the best justifications for part-time > full-time.

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I chose the part time program because I too would like uninterrupted work experience. My job also pays for my school (not sponsored, but reimbursed) so I can't take a leave of absence.
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The reimbursement is a darn good incentive! Does your company have some sort of conditions for it? Like, do you have to maintain a certain GPA in order for them to offer it? Do you have to commit x number of years to the company post-graduation?
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The reimbursement is a darn good incentive! Does your company have some sort of conditions for it? Like, do you have to maintain a certain GPA in order for them to offer it? Do you have to commit x number of years to the company post-graduation?
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The only conditions the company has is that I must score a B- or higher in the course to qualify for reimbursement and that I must commit 2 years to the company post graduation.
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Good luck, everyone!

I had lunch today with a current Stern PT student who works at my firm, and a Stern alum from the FT program. They gave me a lot to think about regarding the full-time vs. part-time experience. I'm curious--what are everyone's reasons for choosing part-time over full-time? What defined your decision? Is it personal? Financial? My choice was a strategic one. I want to change functions within my career, but feel like I'd be a stronger candidate to make that change if I have both an MBA and uninterrupted work experience. But, now I'm not completely sold on the logic of my strategy! The PT'er tells me he's made zero friends, and developed no network. Personally, I think that has more to do with his personality than the "Stern experience," but I'd love to hear from other applicants as to why part-time is the best decision.

I chose PT for financial reasons (though i did not mention that) and because I will be soon be starting to manage a team and i think i would make the strongest impact as a new manager if i could apply the tools i learn in the classroom right away. Cliche answer but its the truth.
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When I was reading online, the admissions consultants stated that its really difficult to have a unique answer for the question "why a part time MBA?" So I feel that your answer is just fine. I stated something very similar. I'm already supervising employees, but would like to obtain a department manager position and need to distinguish myself.
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I just got my status check link via email. I've been browsing the forums for previous years and it seems it came much earlier.
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I got mine too!

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I received mine as well. Does anyone know when they'll begin sending out initial notifications? I know that the deadline is Aug. 1st...
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