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Profile Evaluation

by tammybg » Tue Aug 24, 2010 4:17 pm
Hey Stacy,

I'm 23 years old (woman) and I will be graduating next September (Bachelor in Economics). My college GPA was of 3.3 and I am now studying to take the GMAT (my target score is 700+).

In terms of extracurriculars, the only consistent one I have is that I was part of the economics student magazine for a semester. I also played soccer and tennis here and there.

As of now I have no "real" work experience. However, I was a teacher's assistant (Accouting & Financial Analysis) for a year. Is that considered work experience? Do schools consider this kind of work experience when evaluating applications?

I'm bilingual (spanish and english) and speak/write/read basic German (I have a dual citizenship). Oh, I don't know if this counts by I'm an IB (International Baccalaureate) student.

If I work one or two more years what are the odds of getting in? Anyway I would really appreciate feedback on my profile.

My target schools are: HBS, Wharton, Booth, Columbia, Dartmouth etc. Any advice on how to make my profile somewhat more attractive for these schools?

Thanks!
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by Lisa Anderson » Fri Aug 27, 2010 4:18 pm
Dear tammybg,

If you want to be competitive for the schools in your post, then you need to score in the 700s on your GMAT and work for a couple of years prior to applying. While these schools might entertain an application from you to enter directly from college, it is very difficult to receive an offer of admission without any work experience. Your teaching assistant work is not considered work experience as defined by admissions reporting standards. However, all work experience is considered when evaluating applicants and you will want to include this experience. I encourage you to continue researching business school, the admissions process, and MBA careers. The more you learn, the more effective your applications will be when the time comes.

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