Chances of getting into M7 program with low GPA, high GMAT
Wanted to get your take on chances of getting into an M7 program with these stats.
I have a really bad undergraduate GPA. No good reason or circumstances that caused it. Was too caught up with working part-time to afford school and with extracurriculars. I managed to get strong work experience despite the GPA and am thinking about applying to business school to further my career and for exit-opportunities.
Education:
- 2.6 uGPA
engineering major at top public university
- 750 GMAT
- part-time work throughout college
- leadership experience
Work Experience:
- 3 years tier 1 Asset Management
- 2 years tech - strategic finance role
EC:
- board member of national volunteer organization
- triathlon finisher
No doubt. That will prob get you dinged at H/S and prob. Wharton, but I had a good friend with literally the same stats (and worse work experience) and he got into UVA.
The GPA is rough, but you could have a shot if you can spin an effective story 1. Explaining why your GPA was low 2. What unique characteristics qualify you as a strong candidate. Did you raise millions of dollars for the volunteer organization, save someone from a burning building, etc.
Most likely looking at 10-15 here but non H/S MBA business schools ">M7 is possible depending on how your companies are viewed by adcoms (do they have a history of sending people to M7) and to the extent you have a legit reason for the low gpa
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