So I have been planning on doing MBA in Fall 2013 because I would have a hefty savings account by then so I would feel secure financially (my wife works full time so I will have that salary during MBA)
I have considered trying to hurry up the process a bit and going for Fall 2012, I have actually nearly completed my application to Duke. Now that I look at the numbers, I would need a sizable scholarship to feel comfortable leaving my job in Fall 2012.
What is the profile of a typical student who gets a scholarship?
I'm currently interested in Duke, Georgia Tech and Emory
My overall GPA is obviously low but I think I can overcome that in the optional essay as the GPA of my last 4 semesters was a 3.5 and they were my most challenging junior and senior level courses.
-Georgia Tech Mechanical Engineering Grad
-Undergrad GPA: 2.88
Major GPA: 3.38
-GMAT: 740
-2 years work experience in venture capital funded fuel cell company.
-Highly involved in student led activities and community service during college
-Have excellent recommendation letter from Duke MBA alumni (who is executive at my company)
I have considered trying to hurry up the process a bit and going for Fall 2012, I have actually nearly completed my application to Duke. Now that I look at the numbers, I would need a sizable scholarship to feel comfortable leaving my job in Fall 2012.
What is the profile of a typical student who gets a scholarship?
I'm currently interested in Duke, Georgia Tech and Emory
My overall GPA is obviously low but I think I can overcome that in the optional essay as the GPA of my last 4 semesters was a 3.5 and they were my most challenging junior and senior level courses.
-Georgia Tech Mechanical Engineering Grad
-Undergrad GPA: 2.88
Major GPA: 3.38
-GMAT: 740
-2 years work experience in venture capital funded fuel cell company.
-Highly involved in student led activities and community service during college
-Have excellent recommendation letter from Duke MBA alumni (who is executive at my company)
