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Application Essays

by ponyphish » Tue May 18, 2010 9:09 am
I am in the process of writing my essays for the application to a few graduate schools. I am a weak applicant, in that I have little work experience, a low GPA, and a low GMAT score. I want to convey in my essay that I have turned things around and that I am taking the MBA program and its processes very seriously. Any suggestions on how to convey this in my essay or should I leave my shortcomings out? Thanks for all of your help
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by josh@knewton » Tue May 18, 2010 2:54 pm
I would address them briefly and confidently, but not dwell on them. Much of what schools are looking for is motivation and attitude -- you seem to have those going for you now. No need to paint the past with super specific strokes. Enumerate your current interests and future goals.

Let me know if you have any further questions!

Good luck!
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