Dear MBAAcct2011,

While I understand your concern with your academic performance in college, you cannot include post-graduate courses in your GPA calculation. If you do, the schools will see it as you are unable to follow direction and are willing to bend the rules--both of which result in a negative impression. Many applicants overcome low GPAs every year, so this is not an insurmountable obstacle. It is great that you have an alternative transcript as it will demonstrate you have the motivation and maturity necessary to succeed in the classroom. I encourage you to write the optional essay regarding your transcript, mainly highlighting how you are capable and committed to your academics and offering supporting evidence of that (i.e., alternative transcript, high GMAT, successful professional track record, etc.).

Good luck,
Lisa