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by ruzgar » Tue Aug 21, 2007 1:06 am
Dear Stacy/Amy,

I would like to have your suggestions.

I am still not sure about applying for 1st round (beginning of October) or 2nd round for HBS/Stanford.

1. I had to postpone many times GMAT test because of my work schedule. I plan now to take it end of September
2. If I apply on 2nd round, I will probably not have higher score on GMAT (because I hope that it will be OK the first time), but I will probably have more time to prepare for essays, and work more on my profile and some projects I would like to finish (community work + project of small commercial website). Will these give me more advantages if I wait to finish them until end of the year for second round?
3. I already speak fluently 3 languages, and I plan to start and work hard on learning a new language (Spanish) until the end of the year, is-it worth it that I wait 2nd round to include this new language in my profile?
4. Moreover, I have heard that it is better to apply in early round for scholarship and other kind of fellowships and financial aids. Is it still going to be OK if I apply in 2nd round?

I have read many articles about applying in 1st or 2nd round, and I understand that both are equivalent. But for my case, what would be your idea?

Thanks in advance again for your so precious help.

Regards.
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by Amy » Tue Aug 21, 2007 9:06 am
Hi Ruzgar,

It is worth applying in 2nd round if you will have better essays and increased volunteer activity. I don't think any additional language added to your profile will make a big difference.

As for scholarships, etc. there are certainly opportunities in 2nd round as well. School's generally advise foreign students to apply early to allow time for visas and other paperwork. If you think you will have the time to take care of those details before starting school, you should be fine.

Good luck!

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