Chance at HBS/GSB? Profile Evaluation
Hi all,
Made a throwaway account for anonymity. Would like to know my chances at an MBA from HBS/GSB.
URM Female 3.6 GPA, Non-Target School IB Analyst at BB (GS/MS/JPM) MM PE 710 GMAT EC's: Volunteered in community in undergrad with minority organizations, leadership positions in 2 finance orgs, founded small local business.
Is there anything else I can do to stand out? Also considering JD/MBA programs, but have not taken the LSAT.
Appreciate any responses.
should have a solid chance at H/S. I'd try to get your GMAT to 730+ if you can.
Thanks Frank. I can certainly put some more hours in to try and get the GMAT score up. Any thoughts on how the low GPA and school will affect me and how to overcome that (besides GMAT)?
Edit: Should add, worked full time throughout college to pay for school and am a first generation.
3.6 and non-target shouldn't be a big issue given your WE and being a female URM. I don't think there's a ton you need to address and should be pretty competitive as is but a 730+ will increase your odds even further.
Would appreciate any thoughts from Linda Abraham as well.
sgut2001
Thanks for tagging me.
Your GPA is not low. Your GMAT is a little low, but not enough, given your background, to knock you out of consideration, and your work experience is competitive. Your extra-curriculars are sound competitive.
If you want to apply R2, I would skip the GMAT retake and focus on your applications. If you are planning to apply next year and think you can raise your GMAT, go for it.
Regarding the JD/MBA, I really can't say much without an LSAT. Regarding applying to HBS/GSB for the MBA, it makes sense for you to apply to HBS/GSB, but don't limit yourself to those two program unless you are one of those rare people who can only achieve their goals at those two programs, or unless your plan is to apply only to HBS/GSB this year and if not accepted to widen your net next year.
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Best, Linda
Thanks Linda. I would consider other programs in the future if necessary for my career, but it has been a personal goal for long to attend HBS.
You look like a solid candidate across the board. If applying in R2 ( 1 month before applications are due) I would focus on some introspection and self reflection so you can write compelling essays. HBS values a habit of leadership which your short profile indicates you have. You didn't mention your goals so I don't have a sense of whether you are on track to 'Change Lives. Change Organizations. Change the World.' if you were accepted to the GSB.
If you are ready to apply now, you could go ahead and get started with your MBA then apply to the law school once you matriculate in the business school. If you are interested in looking beyond H/S you could apply to the Northwestern JD/MBA with just your GMAT score (no LSAT required).
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Thank you Susan. I blurred out details on my stats above and kept things general as I just want to gauge where I stand as of now. I have 1+ years before applying. Long term I am interested in trying entrepreneurship during B-school (primarily social-entrepreneurship), post B-school pursue partner track in investment-related role, with late career goal of branching out and raising own fund.
Kudos to you for thinking ahead! Look for stretch assignments at work. Stay engaged in your outside activities - ideally as they relate to your passions.
All the best! Susan
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