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Not sure where to apply

by ejam21 » Wed Sep 15, 2010 10:56 am
Good afternoon:

I am a longtime lurker and just took the GMAT 720.

Obviously, I would love to go to a top school. Here's my profile:

GMAT 720........B.S Molecular and Cell Biology (2.7 GPA,.....ouch)
By fall 2011 I will have worked in IT sales for 3 years, so not overly impressive for WE.
African american male

The reason I want to go ahead and apply is because I am going for a complete career change, as I would like to move into the finance industry.

I guess my overall question is, what sorts of full time programs would one with my split be advised to apply to? Any feedback, input, criticism,etc is welcomed from anyone on here.

Thanks!!
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by Linda Abraham » Tue Sep 21, 2010 3:30 pm
ejam21 wrote:Good afternoon:

I am a longtime lurker and just took the GMAT 720.

Obviously, I would love to go to a top school. Here's my profile:

GMAT 720........B.S Molecular and Cell Biology (2.7 GPA,.....ouch)
By fall 2011 I will have worked in IT sales for 3 years, so not overly impressive for WE.
African american male

The reason I want to go ahead and apply is because I am going for a complete career change, as I would like to move into the finance industry.

I guess my overall question is, what sorts of full time programs would one with my split be advised to apply to? Any feedback, input, criticism,etc is welcomed from anyone on here.

Thanks!!
First, I apologize for the delayed response. It's been busy.

The low GPA is an issue, but your GMAT may go a long way to compensate. And your status as a URM will also help you.

I suggest your apply to a range of schools. For stretch programs consider NYU and Yale. For programs where you will be more competitive, consider Georgetown, Duke, UT, UNC, and Rochester Simon.

Best,
Linda
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