I wanted to start a thread related to MSRE application for Fall 2018.
I think it would be great if you guys could share where you have applied to and on what stage of the admission process you guys are currently in. Thanks!
NYU / Admitted
MIT / Waiting for response
Cornell / Interviewed
Columbia / Admitted
USC / Ding
University of Florida / Admitted
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Stats? Where do you want to go?
Why did you not apply to GAtech and Berkeley?
Low 700s / semi-target state school gpa ~3.6 / 3yrs work exp in finance
Honestly, I wasn't aware of GA Tech and Berkeley's program. Even if I did, I would have only applied to above listed schools.
I prefer Cornell's Baker program. I am aware that networking/job hunt would be difficult because of geographical remoteness, but I believe that if you know your stuff and are presentable, I don't see it as a huge problem. Also, first job upon graduation does significantly effect one's career trajectory. However, wanting to start my own firm in the future, I am more concerned about the experience than the pay and prestige of the firm, so I may not be concerned as much as others on networking.
Surprised you got dinged at USC with those stats. I guess they weigh WE heavier?
How was the app process at Cornell and how did you show your interest in RE with no prior experience? I'm applying for fall 2019 but don't have prior RE experience. I have 2 years WE in Finance.
Hi everyone!
What about europeans? Is the MSRED at IE a good choice?
I have no idea on MSRE(D) programs in Europe. Perhaps others could provide some info.
USC is a February application for a summer start, correct?
Yes
Yes, USC's deadline was first week of February this year.
Happy to help if y’all have any questions. I was accepted to Georgetown, Johns Hopkins, and Clemson in 2015 and have a good friend at Cornell.
What were your grades, test scores, and work experience before applying? Specifically for Georgetown and Johns Hopkins, what did they focus on? How long was the process?
Grades were shit, I took the GRE not the GMAT and while I can't remember exactly what I got they were essentially good not great. Work experience was solid though and much of the process is just fit - interviews, your essays, your goals, etc.
Any insight into which program is better between the Georgetown and Johns Hopkins? Got into both so want to decide between the two for a part-time program? Is one seen as more prestigious in the DC community?
I'm not tied into DC enough to know, to be honest. There are a number of Georgetown grads on this board though.
What was your GMAT score?
low 700s
Do you mind sharing when you applied and how long it took for you to get your acceptances to NYU and Columbia? I applied to both but haven't got a response yet.
I applied last November. I don't recall the exact date, but the whole process took about 1.5months.
I received admission from USC MRED earlier this week.
Congrats!
Thanks. I haven't made my decision yet. Waiting for one MBA program and one other real estate program.
Admitted to columbia and the Harvard mdes program! Still waiting on MIT
Stats?
If anyone has more information on the mdes, would love to hear of it! Waitlisted at MIT
Stats: 5 years of experience in architecture as a designer in the commercial sector Gre: average Goals: adaptive reuse / development
Columbia/ Admitted - will enroll!
Gre 161V 170Q Small liberal arts college ~3.8 2.5yrs in brokerage - IS/debt & equity
In at Columbia! Very Excited
No formal finance exp or edu; Gmat: 50Q, 36V Exp: 4yrs as P.M Edu: BS M.Eng Interest: Design/Build
Currently looking at the NYU program. I'd like to learn the investment side of the business as well as the development side, but obviously I can't get both an MSRE and an MSRED. Any advice? I'm working in an investments sales role that isn't really an analyst job (no modeling) and graduated from college this past year.
MIT: Ding USC: Admitted Columbia: Admitted I am a little bumped by the MIT decision.
Personal Stats: Gmat: 710 GPA: 3.5 Exp: Two year experience in a global architecture design firm; two year experience in a San Francisco local real estate development firm; a startup entrepreneur experience as a co-founder Edu: Bachelor of Arch and Master of Arch.
Stupid question..what is ding?
Same here: MIT: Ding USC: accepted Columbia: accepted Berkeley: accepted w/ scholarships
Live in SF want to focus on RE finance/ investment Still trying to decide.
Got into Columbia MSRED, but I also applied to a couple MSF programs. Got waitlisted at MIT's MFin program and got in with a nice scholarship at Vanderbilt MSF. I don't think I can justify paying ~4x the price for Columbia so probably going to Vandy.
From my understanding, some of the MSRE's don't require a GMAT score, and you could get dinged if you submit a 'not-so-great' score since it's another data point to compare you to (from the admissions counselors themselves). MIT requires GMAT I believe.
Accepted to Georgetown and NYU MSRE. 3.2 gpa undergrad ~5 years of related RE experience. Honestly think the essay was a stronger part of the app piecing everything together.
Of note with the NYU program, it's 42 credits. The full Stern MBA is 60 credits, but those additional 18 credits cost a disproportionate amount more (yes I understand it's a different school/faculty/course focus). I looked hard at the NYU/Columbia MBA but the cost is crazy.
Considering applying for the full MBA the next go around and try to transfer in some MSRE courses. Figure at that point I have nothing to lose if I get rejected. Can still come out with a Masters and half the debt.
Also in at Columbia (feels good). Just curious, did anyone that got accepted by Columbia get any scholarship with their offer?
I would love to hear some feedback regarding scholarships for both NYU and Columbia.
Any one decides to go to USC here? I am curious how much scholarship does USC typically gives out? Thanks!
Very little to none. They offer like one 5k scholarship to like 5 people and no other grant options.
Is the GRE looked down upon? I want to go to USC and I see they accept either the GRE or GMAT.
I don't think so. Either will be fine. The reason why I took GMAt exam is that I am also applying for MBA.
Also can U tell me why you want to go to USC?
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