It looks like they just extended Round 3 applications (to June 17th and exams taken by June 20th) and I was told by its faculty that it'll be rolling decisions. I have a disappointing 2.7 GPA from a top 40 school, but 9 years of work experience -- all in financial services as a financial advisor/portfolio manager. I'm currently employed by a Fortune 25 company, gross over 200k of income and have not taken the exam yet, but according to the diagnostic exams...I'll hit low 600's. I would consider myself an underrepresented candidate. I'll be able to put an application together in time before June 17th, but I would approximate it to be roughly 80% of my true application. If I studied for a few more months, I really think I can hit 700. I barely started studying the OG practice questions about 1-2.5 weeks ago. However, the faculty did tell me there are several last minute spots so logic is telling me that if I apply, get dinged, I can reapply in September, which is only a few months away. However, if I do get accepted into Fall 2016, that would mean that I can save an entire year instead of waiting around for class to start.
Am I missing anything here? I know the odds of me getting in are slim, but the extra year in time saving is truly appealing to me. Would I look like a weak candidate if I get dinged this year and reapply in 3-4 months for September? Logic is also telling me that if they're extending Round 3 application deadlines, there's got to be a reason why right? Thank you all in advance!