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Profile evaluation please

by vtmba » Thu Jul 12, 2007 4:30 am
Hello Stacy,

Could you please evaluate my profile and evaluate my chances for top 5, 5-10 and 10-15 US schools for fall 2008?

Demographic: Indian IT male - will be 31 by the time I start

GPA, major, school: MS in computer science from SUNY GPA 3.6, BS in Electronics Engg from regional university in India GPA 3.8

GMAT with breakdown: 750, 41V/50Q/6.0 AWA

resume highlights: Work as Senior Software Engineer with small private company in field of assistive technology developing software for visually impaired. Have been at this job for 5 years. While no one reports directly to me, i'm responsible for several projects and processes. received excellent reviews and above average pay raises consistently. i signed on the first Indian dealer for my company. I also go to various industry trade shows to demo products, talk to customers and partners, gather information for new products etc. I worked with one tech company for less than a year before current job. i was laid off from that job.

extracurricular involvements:
Current:
* Toastmasters club for 3 years. Positions held: webmaster, VP and currently President.
* Volunteer at local tutorial place, teaching basic computers to community members, especially elders. Fix small tech issues at tutorial place.
Highschool:
* Participated in vernacular language dramatics. Was assistant director for a drama that won at state level contest
* Member of National Cadet Corps for 2 years – led a group of 30 cadets as a Sergeant.

awards, patents, publications, etc...
None

interesting personal facts - countries lived in, challenges faced, unusual interests:
Countries lived in: India, US
interests: snowshoeing. i once showshoed almost 4000 feet in dead of winter.

Thank you very much.
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by Amy » Thu Jul 12, 2007 9:18 am
Hi vtmba,

Your stats alone definitely make you competitive for the top schools. However, what is going to make the difference for you is showing how you are unique as compared to your demographic.

Goals that show real insight and vision are important. Emphasizing your personal qualities and motivation without simply reciting your resume and accomplishments will be key as well.

I would also suggest doing more volunteer work, especially in a leadership capacity and preferably outside the comfort zone of technology.

Good luck!

Amy
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by vtmba » Thu Jul 12, 2007 1:02 pm
Amy,

Thank you very much for evaluating my profile and providing prompt and valuable feedback. I really appreciate your help.

Thanks again