Profile Evaluation for 3rd Attempt at Top Business Schools

Hello Jul,

Thank you for your post!

It is great that you made it through to interviews in your first round of attempts; this inspires some hope. That said, I would encourage you to consider our mock interview services (https://www.clearadmit.com/interview-preparation/), as the final decisions did not turn out well. In terms of re-applying, it's important to present new information to the adcom. What have you accomplished since your last round of admissions? What impact have you had at work? Have you further refined your career goals? While you may be able to carry over an anecdote or two, you will want to show the adcom that you have improved your candidacy through new achievements.

Per your specific queries, a 700 is a solid GMAT score and re-taking the test too many times could reflect poorly on you. In terms of your career goals, it can be helpful to have a common thread from your past to your future; however, full-time MBA programs understand that many candidates want to switch careers. The key is to demonstrate that you have relevant, transferable skills and a passion for the new industry. If you have reconsidered your goals and want to pursue a path in management consulting, that will be seen as feasible--provided you can outline a detailed, grounded path. As the average age of MBA students is 26-28, you do not need to worry about your age just yet.

In terms of improving your chances, if you decide to re-apply to the schools you list, you will need fresh achievements and evidence of your leadership. Your extracurricular involvement could be a great way to do so, in addition to your professional achievements. We would be happy to help you consider your re-applications and new applications. Please take a look at our free consultation so we can dig deeper into your details and determine your chances: https://www.clearadmit.com/services/free-consultation/