Harvard/Stanford Deferred MBA

Hi everyone -

Rising senior at semi-target undergrad majoring in finance. Will be joining a solid BB this summer within IBD (Barclays/BAML/CS). Have a super strong GPA (3.9+), great club experience - nothing overly unique, though. No diversity categories either.

Is it worth applying to Harvard or Stanford deferred/2+2 MBA programs? I know it is somewhat targeted towards STEM majors and I really don't have anything too unique about me on paper. I think I can write a great essay and get fantastic recommendations but do I have a chance? Would a super high GMAT even be enough to separate me from the pack?

Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

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