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Hello, Taking the GMAT again is a no-lose proposition. Business schools really mean it when they say they look at your highest score. Most schools will look at your highest OVERALL score (they won't combine the quant score from one sitting with the verbal score from another), but they know that many...
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Thu Jun 03, 2010 8:23 am- Forum: Ask Veritas Prep Admissions Consulting
- Topic: # of GMAT test attempts
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2109
Hello, You probably already know this, but you come from a very competitive profile (Indian/male/IT), which will make things hard for you. Add in the fact that you already have more than six years of full-time work experience, and I think that you may have a hard time getting into a top-ten school. ...
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Fri May 28, 2010 2:19 pm- Forum: Ask Veritas Prep Admissions Consulting
- Topic: Profile Evaluation please
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1968
New Free GMAT Practice Test
Hi folks, Just a quick heads up that the mad scientists at Veritas Prep have just published a 100% new computer-adaptive GMAT, replacing the free one we previously offered on our site. This new test uses our same realistic GMAT interface but features all new questions, based on our ongoing research ...
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Tue May 25, 2010 8:25 am- Forum: Ask a Veritas Prep representative
- Topic: New Free GMAT Practice Test
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3230
Hi Osirus, The admissions process for a financial engineering degree (and for a master's in accounting, and other specialized programs like that) will usually look more like those of general graduate programs. So, usually a personal statement and recos, but less emphasis on "your story" an...
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Tue May 11, 2010 11:59 am- Forum: Ask Veritas Prep Admissions Consulting
- Topic: Question about Masters in Financial Engineering Admissions
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2916
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Tue May 11, 2010 7:58 am- Forum: GMAT Strategy
- Topic: Manhattan GMAT vs. Veritas Prep
- Replies: 21
- Views: 13487
Hello, A low GPA will definitely hurt your chances. Of course, it depends on how low "very low" is! But, it's going to make it harder. However, it can be done. You're thinking of it the right way: The GPA is in the past, but going forward you can help yourself the most by taking (and getti...
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Thu May 06, 2010 9:36 am- Forum: Ask Veritas Prep Admissions Consulting
- Topic: Do i have a chance with such a low GPA?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2731
Hi adam1hockey, I think you have some interesting material to work with here. Your undergrad GPA, your varied work experience, and your extracurriculars will all be assets as you try to 1) demonstrate fit with your target schools and 2) stand out vs. other applicants. Assuming you can get some terri...
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Mon May 03, 2010 2:06 pm- Forum: Ask Veritas Prep Admissions Consulting
- Topic: Requesting Application Review--career changer
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2063
Hi daytripper, Sorry to hear the news. The short answer is that a layoff is obviously not ideal from an MBA admissions standpoint, but admissions officers are actually fairly open-minded about it, especially in this economy. They key is to show that you stayed active and maintained momentum, rather ...
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Mon May 03, 2010 1:55 pm- Forum: Ask Veritas Prep Admissions Consulting
- Topic: Laid off before starting application process
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1755
Hello, If social entrepreneurship is what you want to do, I think a broader MBA may make more sense for you than a MS in Management, since the latter is going to be more theoretical and will likely take you further away from true hands-on experience. Assuming that you're looking at MBA programs, can...
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Mon Apr 19, 2010 11:06 am- Forum: Ask Veritas Prep Admissions Consulting
- Topic: admissions suggestions pls!!!
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1765
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- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Tue Apr 13, 2010 3:58 pm- Forum: Ask Veritas Prep Admissions Consulting
- Topic: Consultant willing to help me with UK apps?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1745
Hello, It will definitely depend, at least in part, on what you want to do after business school. If you want to do something that makes use of your engineering background, such as supply-chain management or operations, then I would also look at Michigan State, Purdue, and Ohio State in the U.S. In ...
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Fri Apr 09, 2010 10:23 am- Forum: Ask Veritas Prep Admissions Consulting
- Topic: Urgent Help Required
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1598
Hello, I don't think you're barred from applying, but it will be a challenge for you to answer why you need a part-time MBA (vs. a full-time degree), beyond the fact that you don't want to wait until next fall's deadlines. If you're unemployed now, consider what other things you could do now to make...
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Wed Mar 31, 2010 9:40 am- Forum: Ask Veritas Prep Admissions Consulting
- Topic: Expert Advice, Please
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1866
Hello, Yes, your GPA will definitely be a challenge. I normally hesitate to tell someone with a 690 that they should consider retaking the GMAT, but since your GMAT is so low, you're going to need to do everything in your power to overcome this. Your GPA itself is in the past, and can't be changed, ...
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Tue Mar 30, 2010 9:59 am- Forum: Ask Veritas Prep Admissions Consulting
- Topic: Please evaluate my profile
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1799
Hello, While ideally your GMAT would be a little higher (660+), I do think you have a legitimate shot at those schools. The biggest question I have is what community service / extracurricular activities / leadership roles you have in your background. As you probably know, yours is a fairly common pr...
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Mon Mar 29, 2010 9:37 am- Forum: Ask Veritas Prep Admissions Consulting
- Topic: Profile Evaluation
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1631
So you telling me that a graduate from a top 10 school in the WORLD cannot make it to the wall street, just because the school is located geographically in Canada? Very ignorant comment Jessica makes. Sch, I'm curious to know where exactly Jessica's post you saw her comment that one must attend a U...
- by Scott@VeritasPrep
Fri Mar 26, 2010 11:18 am- Forum: Admissions Success Stories
- Topic: UCLA vs. Rotman
- Replies: 13
- Views: 16758