Hello,

You've taken the necessary steps to mitigate the low undergrad GPA as much as possible. It will always be a factor, but your grad GPAs and solid GMAT will make it clear to the adcoms that the GPA wasn't due to lack of ability - though you should write a brief optional essay just acknowledging the low undergrad GPA and explaining why it doesn't accurately reflect your academic capability.

Undergrad GPA notwithstanding, you seem to be qualified for the programs you mention - I'd consider them reaches but reasonable ones, as they are for almost all qualified applicants. A major factor that you don't mention is your goals, so I can't tell how all these interesting work experiences come together into a coherent story for the MBA application. And that "coming together" is key - interesting experiences themselves won't carry you if you're qualified. Moreover, if you are operating an ongoing entrepreneurial venture, adcomss may wonder (or worry) how you will focus full-time on the program.

I'd say apply to these schools - with an absolutely stellar application you will have a chance. But I'd advise not to consider NYU a safety by any means. I would consider it in the same category as the others or at least very close. If you want a safety, possible consider Fordham (in the NY area) or a school of that caliber - still very strong but not necessarily of international renown. Another possible safety (if you're interested in entrepreneurship) could be Babson.

Best regards,
Cindy Tokumitsu
Senior Editor, Accepted.com
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