part-time profile evaluation

[rbmba]

I am applying to the part-time programs at Wisconsin, Kellogg or Chicago. Please let me know if I have a chance. Your opinion is appreciated.

Age: 32
Indian male in US - permanent resident
B.S. GPA - 3.6 from a mediocre school in India - Graduated top of the class.
M.S. GPA - 3.75 from a mediocre school in U.S. - top 70
GMAT - 650 (70%le V and 79%le Q)

Work Exp - 7 years in civil engineering.
I have done a lot of consulting to public agencies, municipalities and DOT s on several infrastructure projects.
I have also consulted in the private sector for real estate developers in the area of permitting. Provided expert testimonials in public hearings and have represented my clients in front of citizens (friendly and hostile) and elected officials.

300 % bonus increase in 3 years and 50 % salary increase in 3 years during the boom time between 2004 and 2007

Extra Curricular - Habitat for humanity (active in the last 4 years), formed a theater group at Grad school, raised sponsorship funds at UG School in India and other minor leadership history at work.

Target Career - Would like to remain in consulting. However, would like to expand my horizon into management and strategy.

Problem - Took GMAT 3 times: 590 first time (just wanted to give it a shot), 650 second time (prepared more and improved my score), 620 third time (was trying to prove that I am good in quant and scored 95%le in Q but lost it in V)

I am more keen on getting into Wisconsin. Please provide your opinion.

Thanks

RB

[gmk50]

I would say you have an excellent shot. I just got into the Kellogg part-time program with a lower GMAT score; however, I believe I made up for it everywhere else; top undergraduate business program with a similar GPA, great referrals, and I've always been a pretty good interviewer. You would be surprised, your 'trouble' area of a varied GMAT score is already better than mine so give it a shot!

[Stacey Oyler]

Hi,

Thanks for your post. You certainly appear to have a solid profile with the one concern (as you pointed out) being your GMAT. You've got solid work experience and progression as well as clear and feasible goals. I strongly suggest retaking the GMAT one last time in an effort to hit 700. Not only will this increase your chances of admission, but it will also help in the recruiting process since many consulting firms do use the GMAT score as part of their screening and evaluation process.

Best,

Stacey