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My chances in schools I have applied...?

by target_arm » Mon Jan 19, 2009 9:46 am
Hi Stacey,
My brief profile :
{
- GPA-3.45, major- Computer Engg, school- Pune univ, India
- GMAT- 730 (q-50, v-39, a-5.5)
- WE:3 yrs by fall 09,
-(worked with an IT giant in Ind for 1.5 yrs)
-(started an internet startup later. Co-founder and mgr for 10 mnths now, will continue for 8 more mnths)
- extracurricular involvements
- (lot of clubs and activities during college)
- (worked with an NGO for 1.5 yrs)
- awards, patents, publications, etc...
- nothing major to flaunt :(
- few certifications and performance awards in 1st co i worked with.
- interesting personal facts - countries lived in, challenges faced, unusual interests
- nothing except my startup :(
}

I wish to major in entrepreneurship and consulting.
I have applied to Columbia, Kelley, UNC (in Jan deadlines) as I was impressed with their e-ship courses. Also applied to Georgetown and UW Foster for e-ship + consulting focus.
What are my chances of getting in these schools?
Would you recommend me some other school to apply this yr or may be early next yr? I wish to start MBA in 09 preferably.
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by Lisa Anderson » Mon Jan 19, 2009 2:49 pm
Dear target_arm,

I think you have an appropriate school list for your profile. If you wanted, you could add in one more safety school but I don't think it is necessary. However, decisions are heavily influenced by the quality of your essays, recommendations, and interview. So if you are worried about any of those components, then it might be a good idea to submit an application to a smaller, regional program.

Good luck,
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by target_arm » Mon Jan 19, 2009 11:33 pm
Lisa Anderson wrote:Dear target_arm,

it might be a good idea to submit an application to a smaller, regional program.

Good luck,
Lisa
Thanks Lisa.
Could you please suggest few such schools.