Last visit was: 29 Apr 2026, 16:41 It is currently 29 Apr 2026, 16:41
Home
Messages
Tests
Schools
Events
Close
GMAT Club Daily Prep
Thank you for using the timer - this advanced tool can estimate your performance and suggest more practice questions. We have subscribed you to Daily Prep Questions via email.

Customized
for You

we will pick new questions that match your level based on your Timer History

Track
Your Progress

every week, we’ll send you an estimated GMAT score based on your performance

Practice
Pays

we will pick new questions that match your level based on your Timer History
Not interested in getting valuable practice questions and articles delivered to your email? No problem, unsubscribe here.
Go to My Error Log Learn more
Close
Request Expert Reply
Confirm Cancel
avatar
Shaddy888
avatar
Joined: 25 May 2010
Last visit: 04 Jul 2011
Posts: 7
Own Kudos:
1
Posts: 7
Kudos: 1
Profile Review 03 Jul 2011, 20:26
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
I am in the very early stages of considering an MBA. I was hoping to get a feel for what level of schools I should apply to:

Education:
BS in Business Admin from top 5 public school - 3.4 GPA
MS in Accounting from a top 5 accounting program - 3.8 GPA (Top 10% of my class)

GMAT:
700

Work Experience:
Past - 3 years at fortune 10 company in project management
Current - 2 years at Big 4 Public Accounting Firm in Assurance

Credentials:
CPA

I think I'll be able to get great recommendations when the time comes. I don't have much by way of extracurricular activities during college aside from playing club sports and a few volunteer activities. I'm trying to get involved in committees in my current job and also performing more community service.

At what level of schools can I realistically expect a shot at admission? Top 20? Top 10? Any input is much appreciated.
User avatar
Alchemist1320
User avatar
Joined: 29 Jun 2010
Last visit: 04 Feb 2013
Posts: 216
Own Kudos:
150
Given Kudos: 12
Concentration: Finance
Schools:LBS, Oxford
Posts: 216
Kudos: 150
Profile Review 04 Jul 2011, 04:13
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
you will have a good shot at top 5-15
User avatar
bakfed
User avatar
Joined: 28 Jul 2009
Last visit: 12 Oct 2022
Posts: 1,768
Own Kudos:
1,246
Given Kudos: 37
Status:Darden Class of 2013
Schools:University of Virginia
GMAT 1: 660 Q44 V37
Posts: 1,768
Kudos: 1,246
Profile Review 04 Jul 2011, 09:15
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
I agree with alchemist. You have the type of profile and numbers that top schools are looking for. It's all about execution now with the application (standing out among the other finance folks).
User avatar
FutureWorks
User avatar
Joined: 05 May 2011
Last visit: 27 Nov 2011
Posts: 180
Own Kudos:
4
Status:Admissions Consultant
Location: India
Posts: 180
Kudos: 4
Profile Review 08 Jul 2011, 04:10
Kudos
Add Kudos
Bookmarks
Bookmark this Post
Shaddy888
I am in the very early stages of considering an MBA. I was hoping to get a feel for what level of schools I should apply to:

Education:
BS in Business Admin from top 5 public school - 3.4 GPA
MS in Accounting from a top 5 accounting program - 3.8 GPA (Top 10% of my class)

GMAT:
700

Work Experience:
Past - 3 years at fortune 10 company in project management
Current - 2 years at Big 4 Public Accounting Firm in Assurance

Credentials:
CPA

I think I'll be able to get great recommendations when the time comes. I don't have much by way of extracurricular activities during college aside from playing club sports and a few volunteer activities. I'm trying to get involved in committees in my current job and also performing more community service.

At what level of schools can I realistically expect a shot at admission? Top 20? Top 10? Any input is much appreciated.
Show more

Hello

Since you are aspiring for top schools a score above 700 is desirable. Although GMAT alone won’t determine your chances of admission; beyond the academics will also help you in determining your candidature and your work experience plays a vital role as well.

Generally most of the applicants have a good 4-5 years of work experience. Although it is not just the work experience that counts but also what you did there like-what were your achievements, what initiative you took, what changes you drove in your workplace etc. So if you can show that in 3 years you have demonstrated the skills business schools are looking for you could put in a strong set of essays.

Hence the quality of your work, your academics and beyond academics will play an important role in determining your candidature. Based on all these factors you should make a decision.