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Thanks EssaySnark! I guess my question had more to do with, when Kellogg will begin reviewing the application - is it after submission of the written part, or after the interview is completed?

A friend of mine was a 2nd year student reader in the Kellogg admissions office and I know from him that the applicatons at least go through a student review before the interview.
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This past Friday, I visited Kellogg, and I spoke with Dean Kate Smith that day. I asked her this question, and she confirmed that the Admissions Committee reads applications ONLY AFTER the interview or waiver of interview. Specifically, the application goes first to a student reader, then two admissions officers, and then finally to Dean Smith. At each read, the reader is instructed not to read the previous reader's comments/notes, so as not to be biased.

I didn't go into with Dean Smith what my student friend told me about his experience last year as a student reader, but I just wanted to pass along what I was told, since it's different than the previous information I gave here.
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out of curiosity - anyone receive an interview waiver from London?
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Thanks EssaySnark! I guess my question had more to do with, when Kellogg will begin reviewing the application - is it after submission of the written part, or after the interview is completed?

A friend of mine was a 2nd year student reader in the Kellogg admissions office and I know from him that the applicatons at least go through a student review before the interview.

This past Friday, I visited Kellogg, and I spoke with Dean Kate Smith that day. I asked her this question, and she confirmed that the Admissions Committee reads applications ONLY AFTER the interview or waiver of interview. Specifically, the application goes first to a student reader, then two admissions officers, and then finally to Dean Smith. At each read, the reader is instructed not to read the previous reader's comments/notes, so as not to be biased.

I didn't go into with Dean Smith what my student friend told me about his experience last year as a student reader, but I just wanted to pass along what I was told, since it's different than the previous information I gave here.
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Thanks for the update, Ward2012! It was just a bit strange to me how Kellogg doesn't use interview as a filtering mechanism like all the other schools do (meaning, they don't evaluate what's on paper first, and then interview to determine who gets accepted). It makes me wonder what is the exact role of the interview.
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Thanks EssaySnark! I guess my question had more to do with, when Kellogg will begin reviewing the application - is it after submission of the written part, or after the interview is completed?

This past Friday, I visited Kellogg, and I spoke with Dean Kate Smith that day. I asked her this question, and she confirmed that the Admissions Committee reads applications ONLY AFTER the interview or waiver of interview. Specifically, the application goes first to a student reader, then two admissions officers, and then finally to Dean Smith. At each read, the reader is instructed not to read the previous reader's comments/notes, so as not to be biased.

I didn't go into with Dean Smith what my student friend told me about his experience last year as a student reader, but I just wanted to pass along what I was told, since it's different than the previous information I gave here.


Thanks for the update, Ward2012! It was just a bit strange to me how Kellogg doesn't use interview as a filtering mechanism like all the other schools do (meaning, they don't evaluate what's on paper first, and then interview to determine who gets accepted). It makes me wonder what is the exact role of the interview.
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I would assume that Kellogg does this because Kellogg attempts to interview everyone who applies, so they want to give all applicants the same chances to present themselves and their qualifications. So for Kellogg, the interview isn't a filter, but another side that makes the candidate come alive to the admissions committee.

I believe Tuck, which as we all know also has open interviews for those who request it, also only reviews applications after the interview is done, but don't quote me on that.
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A friend of mine was a 2nd year student reader in the Kellogg admissions office and I know from him that the applicatons at least go through a student review before the interview.

This past Friday, I visited Kellogg, and I spoke with Dean Kate Smith that day. I asked her this question, and she confirmed that the Admissions Committee reads applications ONLY AFTER the interview or waiver of interview. Specifically, the application goes first to a student reader, then two admissions officers, and then finally to Dean Smith. At each read, the reader is instructed not to read the previous reader's comments/notes, so as not to be biased.

I didn't go into with Dean Smith what my student friend told me about his experience last year as a student reader, but I just wanted to pass along what I was told, since it's different than the previous information I gave here.


Thanks for the update, Ward2012! It was just a bit strange to me how Kellogg doesn't use interview as a filtering mechanism like all the other schools do (meaning, they don't evaluate what's on paper first, and then interview to determine who gets accepted). It makes me wonder what is the exact role of the interview.
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I guess Kellogg evaluates more highly on the personalities and interpersonal skills of his applicants than other schools. Probably Kellogg believes that social skills is more important than scores, and is better demonstrated during interviews than on paper files. Just my guess.
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This past Friday, I visited Kellogg, and I spoke with Dean Kate Smith that day. I asked her this question, and she confirmed that the Admissions Committee reads applications ONLY AFTER the interview or waiver of interview. Specifically, the application goes first to a student reader, then two admissions officers, and then finally to Dean Smith. At each read, the reader is instructed not to read the previous reader's comments/notes, so as not to be biased.

I didn't go into with Dean Smith what my student friend told me about his experience last year as a student reader, but I just wanted to pass along what I was told, since it's different than the previous information I gave here.


Thanks for the update, Ward2012! It was just a bit strange to me how Kellogg doesn't use interview as a filtering mechanism like all the other schools do (meaning, they don't evaluate what's on paper first, and then interview to determine who gets accepted). It makes me wonder what is the exact role of the interview.

I would assume that Kellogg does this because Kellogg attempts to interview everyone who applies, so they want to give all applicants the same chances to present themselves and their qualifications. So for Kellogg, the interview isn't a filter, but another side that makes the candidate come alive to the admissions committee.

I believe Tuck, which as we all know also has open interviews for those who request it, also only reviews applications after the interview is done, but don't quote me on that.
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Hey, Ward2012, thank you very much for sharing the helpful info.!! But here is my question: how does Kellogg send out interview invites in areas of populous applicants?? Meaning, in areas such as India and China, some people get invites and others get waivers. Why?? and How?? I guess Kellogg sends out interview invites in these two areas by time sequences which means those who submit their applications earlier might have higher and earlier chances to get an invite?? Please share if you have any idea, thank you!!
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This past Friday, I visited Kellogg, and I spoke with Dean Kate Smith that day. I asked her this question, and she confirmed that the Admissions Committee reads applications ONLY AFTER the interview or waiver of interview. Specifically, the application goes first to a student reader, then two admissions officers, and then finally to Dean Smith. At each read, the reader is instructed not to read the previous reader's comments/notes, so as not to be biased.

I didn't go into with Dean Smith what my student friend told me about his experience last year as a student reader, but I just wanted to pass along what I was told, since it's different than the previous information I gave here.

I would assume that Kellogg does this because Kellogg attempts to interview everyone who applies, so they want to give all applicants the same chances to present themselves and their qualifications. So for Kellogg, the interview isn't a filter, but another side that makes the candidate come alive to the admissions committee.

I believe Tuck, which as we all know also has open interviews for those who request it, also only reviews applications after the interview is done, but don't quote me on that.

Hey, Ward2012, thank you very much for sharing the helpful info.!! But here is my question: how does Kellogg send out interview invites in areas of populous applicants?? Meaning, in areas such as India and China, some people get invites and others get waivers. Why?? and How?? I guess Kellogg sends out interview invites in these two areas by time sequences which means those who submit their applications earlier might have higher and earlier chances to get an invite?? Please share if you have any idea, thank you!!
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Sorry, I'm not sure how waivers and interview invitations are decided by the Kellogg Admissions Committee. Unfortunately, I haven't really paid attention to that aspect of the process because I have done on-campus interviews each time I applied to Kellogg.
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Hey, Ward2012, thank you very much for sharing the helpful info.!! But here is my question: how does Kellogg send out interview invites in areas of populous applicants?? Meaning, in areas such as India and China, some people get invites and others get waivers. Why?? and How?? I guess Kellogg sends out interview invites in these two areas by time sequences which means those who submit their applications earlier might have higher and earlier chances to get an invite?? Please share if you have any idea, thank you!!

Sorry, I'm not sure how waivers and interview invitations are decided by the Kellogg Admissions Committee. Unfortunately, I haven't really paid attention to that aspect of the process because I have done on-campus interviews each time I applied to Kellogg.
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Oh, no, it doesn't matter. Thank you all the same!! wish you best of luck!!
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Haven't heard anything from Kellogg...no waiver, no interview call...Indian candidate in Mumbai...anyone else in the same boat?

I know myself and atleast one more person who is in the same boat. We are rowing from Bangalore and Delhi respectively.

@Others - Can something be read into this? A number of candidates from India have reported interviews/waivers rolling out. Or maybe its just that they haven't reached our applications yet?
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+1 to that - rowing from Mumbai.
Got a waiver a couple of days back. No invite to Skype yet.
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16) Is there anything else you wish I had asked?
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I'm never sure how to answer this question! Any tips?
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I think the best way to answer this question is to tell a story from your personal life that is an example of a value or idea that is important to you, and that also will give some clues as to how you will contribute to the community and what it will be like to have you as a classmate. It could be a cause/issue like the environment, minority issues or education or it could be something more abstract like behaving in an ethical manner, being selfless, respecting diversity, teamwork etc.

I wouldn't get too serious or depressing. I think it should be a story that is funny or inspiring or touching or all of the above, something that ends the interview on an upbeat note. Also, these interviewers hear countless professional stories throughout the admissions season and they all start to sound the same after a while. So I think a personal story to differentiate yourself is the best way to go, especially if you haven't had a chance to tell one yet during the interview.
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FROM Kellogg MBA Blog: Diwali Party: A Pop of Color, Sparkle and Joy

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At Kellogg, we love celebrating our diversity. The Diwali party hosted by the India Business Club on Nov. 7 was truly reflective of this fact as the vibrant Kellogg community, decked out in their finest ethnic wear, got together to celebrate the Indian festival of lights — Diwali.

Deepawali or Diwali is one of the most important Hindu festivals and definitely the biggest and brightest of them. It is known as the festival of lights (“Deep” means “light” and “avali” means “a row,” therefore Deepwali means “a row of lights”) and is marked by four days of celebration. Each of the four days during the festival is separated by a different tradition, but what remains true and constant is the celebration of life, its enjoyment and goodness.

Students across the various programs dressed up in beautiful sarees and kurtas and were welcomed inside the atrium with a “tilak” or “tika” (a small dot of red vermilion paste) applied to their forehead as a sign of good luck and auspicious beginnings. The atrium itself was completely transformed with colorful streamers and bright “diyas” (small lamps) running alongside each wall. The decorations could be summed up perfectly by an overheard comment from a student passing the atrium: “Feels like I am in India!” Most important was the sheer sense of celebration and joy that could be felt all around with everyone having finished midterms and excited about celebrating Diwali with their classmates.

An area that kept buzzing throughout the night was the Diwali photo booth with traditional Indian props such as bright turbans, pots, moustaches (Rajasthani style!) and much more. The booth ensured that people went home with some fun memories of the night. The event also included a henna studio where people could get traditional henna tattoos made by student volunteers, who did a brilliant job!

An hour into the event, the music got louder and the dance floor was set ablaze by people showcasing their Bollywood dancing skills. It was incredible to see many who were new to a saree pulling off dancing with the grace and elegance that would put regular saree-wearers to shame. Also inspiring were the always-cute Kellogg kids, who danced to popular tracks with their parents and other guests. The DJ played a good mix of songs and ensured that guests were reluctant to leave even after the party had almost wrapped up.�

Devika Halbe (@devikahalbe) is a full-time MBA student at the Kellogg School of Management and is originally from India. In her spare time, she enjoys writing small articles and poems, and can often be found trying to Skype with her pet dog back in India.

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16) Is there anything else you wish I had asked?

I'm never sure how to answer this question! Any tips?

I think the best way to answer this question is to tell a story from your personal life that is an example of a value or idea that is important to you, and that also will give some clues as to how you will contribute to the community and what it will be like to have you as a classmate. It could be a cause/issue like the environment, minority issues or education or it could be something more abstract like behaving in an ethical manner, being selfless, respecting diversity, teamwork etc.

I wouldn't get too serious or depressing. I think it should be a story that is funny or inspiring or touching or all of the above, something that ends the interview on an upbeat note. Also, these interviewers hear countless professional stories throughout the admissions season and they all start to sound the same after a while. So I think a personal story to differentiate yourself is the best way to go, especially if you haven't had a chance to tell one yet during the interview.
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I usually say, "I wish you had asked me what is the one thing you'd be surprised to find out about me," because that's a question that grabs their attention immediately, and they'll be expecting to hear something personal/funny, and you can make the story really memorable.
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My experience:

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Overall, felt very professional and felt it went quite good but its quite hard to draw any conclusions because as much as I have heard, most kellogg alumni interviews have that feel good factor.

My two cents would be not to memorize or dramatize, just be yourself and enjoy the conversation. One who enjoys it, will probably nail it.

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From the posts I read in the last week, I see that more waivers have been offered to candidates with higher GMAT scores. Maybe that is one of the deciding factors (other than location/availability) in offering a waiver.

P.S : I have a 710 and was invited to interview. The interview went ok but the alumni left by saying 'I will do what I have to do from my end!!'. Not very comforting, eh? :)
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P.S : I have a 710 and was invited to interview. The interview went ok but the alumni left by saying 'I will do what I have to do from my end!!'. Not very comforting, eh? :)
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Hmm not sure about that. I was invited. But, yea, I won't discourage you to speculate further. That's the fun part. :)
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From the posts I read in the last week, I see that more waivers have been offered to candidates with higher GMAT scores. Maybe that is one of the deciding factors (other than location/availability) in offering a waiver.

P.S : I have a 710 and was invited to interview. The interview went ok but the alumni left by saying 'I will do what I have to do from my end!!'. Not very comforting, eh? :)
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I don't think 710 is a lower score.
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Guys, any theories for people yet to receive any kind of communication from Kellogg on the interview. I am an Indian female from consulting background, submitted on the last day in October, and got the confirmation of receiving my application in a couple of days. And ever since, its been silence! :shock:

Considering Kellogg reads the application AFTER deciding on interview/waiver, is there any way they draw up their list (used to send out mailers) according to GMAT scores/experience or any such parameters?
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Received Skype interview invitation: 20-Nov (2 weeks to schedule)
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FROM Kellogg MBA Blog: Five Essential Things I Learned at Net Impact Week

The Net Impact Board gathers for a group photo.

A few days after winning Net Impact Graduate Chapter of the Year for the second time in three years, the Kellogg Net Impact Club hosted its first ever Net Impact Week on campus from Oct. 28 to Nov. 1.

Anchored by Kellogg’s Innovating Social Change Conference on Oct. 30, Net Impact Week brought together students, faculty and practitioners to discuss how the tools of business can be used to change lives worldwide. We had panel discussions exploring how to build an impactful career, forums on campus to allow impact-minded students to connect and share ideas, and speakers covering topics ranging from social entrepreneurship and corporate citizenship to international development and impact investing. (If you think that was a mouthful, imagine how busy our week was on campus!)

As a second year student at Kellogg, I’ve been plugged into the social impact scene for quite a while. Yet even a veteran like me found an incredible richness of innovative thinking and revolutionary business models being shared by speakers and fellow students alike.

Here are some of the week’s most powerful ideas that I’ll carry with me the rest of my career:

Where there’s an underserved market, there’s an opportunity for impact.

F.K. Day, co-founder of World Bicycle Relief, noticed a transportation gap in rural Africa: the bikes available for purchase were so poorly made they fell apart within days. As a result, most people walked everywhere. His organization designed a sturdier bicycle with increased cargo space to provide villagers a more reliable form of travel. Doctors can now visit more patients each day, merchants can carry five times more goods to market, and students’ grades and attendance are up.

Effective partnerships come from unlikely places.

ColaLife, a social enterprise based in the UK, noticed that essential medicines weren’t reaching rural African communities. Yet shelves in every village were well-stocked with Coca-Cola. By finding a way to squeeze its medicines into the unused space in Coke’s shipping crates, ColaLife unlocked a distribution network on a new continent. (With a healthier customer base, Coke’s not complaining either.)

Commoditizing social impact can be a good thing.

Commodity markets aren’t usually thought of as hotbeds of innovation, but they do encourage growth in two key ways: establishing a common transactional language and providing a powerful incentive to reduce costs. Jason Saul, founder of Mission Measurement and a lecturer at Kellogg, advocates a standardized set of outcome metrics for social impact organizations — jobs created, vaccinations administered, gallons of water saved, etc. — just like those that apply to producers of traditional commodities. With clear and objective criteria for comparison, resources can be directed to those programs that produce outcomes most effectively.

Multinational companies are global platforms for creating shared value.

Accenture allows experienced employees to spend time consulting for nonprofits in developing countries through its Accenture Development Partnerships program. Thousands of consultants volunteer to participate in the program each year – even though it means a temporary pay cut and time away from their families – and the benefits are tremendous. Organizations worldwide receive top-notch consulting services at reduced rates, employees find meaningful ways to grow and give back, and Accenture develops an in-house team of global leaders with expertise in developing markets.

The future is bright.

The Innovating Social Change Conference convened well over 100 speakers and attendees, and programming on the Kellogg campus throughout Net Impact Week engaged dozens more students in conversation about how to build impactful careers. Within a decade or two, our generation will be running the world’s largest companies, nonprofit organizations and social enterprises. Impact-minded leaders will find allies everywhere they look.

In a way, it really boils down to one thing: always keep exploring.

The power of business to create social change is being redefined every day, and my Kellogg education is just the starting point. It takes a commitment to lifelong learning, a willingness to engage with diverse collaborators, and an openness to inspiration to maximize our ability to change the world for the better.

Alex Colman is a second year student at Kellogg who hails from sunny Santa Barbara, CA. He has previously worked for Mosaic, an online crowdfunding platform for solar energy projects, and Cornerstone Research, a provider of economic research for corporate litigation clients.

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