When should College Seniors start contacting MBA Admissions Consultants

I'm a penultimate year student who secured an IBD SA role at a American Bulge Bracket Bank for this coming summer, and I'm planning to apply for 2+2 programs at leading B-schools later in the year. I'm considering engaging admissions consultants now so that I will have more time to work with them, but I haven't taken the GMAT yet and I'm not sure if I'll get a return offer.

Would hate to waste the free consultations that most Admissions Consultants offer, so is it okay if I start the conversation now or should I do it later?

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You can start the conversations now and continue to engage as you take your test and settle into your internship. Although applications aren't due for a year, there are things you can be doing over the next 6-9 months to enhance your profile to increase your odds of success. A good admissions consultant will offer guidance and suggestions.

Susan Cera Director of MBA Admissions Stratus Admissions Counseling - www.stratusadmissions.com FREE Profile Evaluation - www.stratusadmissions.com/consult
 
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