Hello,

I’d consider the schools you mention reasonable reaches. While those adcoms would not question your ability to perform in the program based on your numbers and your experience, I note that both the GPA and the GMAT are a little low, though the GMAT not by much and the 3.14 is from a very rigorous program. Still, having both of these numbers on the low side will add to the challenge, especially if you are Chinese (a group that tends to have high numbers). You might consider adding a school or two from the next tier, if you can find ones that meet your needs.

Also, transitioning into the finance side poses a challenge in the current economic climate. It’s not impossible, but I suggest that in the goals essay you write directly about how you plan to do this under current circumstances – how/why you will be marketable to firms in an industry that’s still in some contraction and where even experienced people are losing jobs.

Your work experience and extracurriculars look strong, and interesting.

Best regards,
Cindy Tokumitsu
Senior Editor, Accepted.com
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