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Published: August 9, 2020
Episode 115: Wire Taps—Does This Hobby Make Me Look Crazy?
Another week, another Wire Taps podcast feature! Our resident MBA admissions experts Graham Richmond and Alex Brown offer feedback to three Fall 2021 applicants. Check out a summary of each MBA ApplyWire entry below, and listen away. Read more
Published: August 2, 2020
Episode 114: Wire Taps—Where Should I Apply for a Career in Healthcare/Pharma?
Three new MBA hopefuls are profiled in this podcast episode of Wire Taps. Our resident experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown, dig into career plans, concerns about test scores and more. Catch a summary of the profiles from MBA ApplyWire below, then tune in. Read more
Published: July 26, 2020
Episode 113: Wire Taps—Can a Class Make Up for My Quant-less Liberal Arts Background?
We are back with another podcast episode of Wire Taps, which is chock full of MBA admissions advice from our resident experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown. The two talk through three profiles shared in MBA ApplyWire. Catch a summary of the MBA applicants below, then tune in. The first MBA hopeful has a background in the energy industry: Read more
Published: July 19, 2020
Episode 112: Wire Taps—Top School or Bust!
Whether you have worrisome stats or vague career goals, our admissions experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown, have you covered in this podcast episode of Wire Taps. The duo advise three MBA hopefuls about the upcoming application season.  Preview the applicants’ profiles from MBA ApplyWire below, and then tune in. Read more
Published: July 12, 2020
Episode 111: Wire Taps—Which B-Schools for Tech Product Management?
Big dreams and solid stats fill this podcast episode of Wire Taps. The three MBA hopefuls, however, need some guidance to maximize their chances of success this admissions season.  Our admissions experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown, weigh in with advice on school choice and more.  Preview the applicants’ profiles from MBA ApplyWire below, and then tune in. Read more
Published: July 5, 2020
Episode 110: Wire Taps—Do I Need a CS Credential to Transition into Tech?
In this podcast episode of Wire Taps, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown advise MBA applicants who need help with defining their career goals and determining fit.  Preview their profiles from MBA ApplyWire below, then tune in. Read more
Published: June 28, 2020
Episode 109: Wire Taps—Is My Quant Background Strong Enough?
The new MBA admissions season is upon us, as applicants fill this week’s Wire Taps podcast episode.  Our admissions experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown, advise three new MBA hopefuls who posted to MBA ApplyWire. Get a glimpse of their profiles below and then tune in. The first applicant has a passion for the automotive industry, and more: Another MBA hopeful needed to consider strengthening his quant background: Another MBA applicant is targeting an investment banking career: Read more
Published: June 21, 2020
Episode 108: Wire Taps—When Is It Time to Give Up on the Waitlist?
We are excited to bring you our 50th episode of Wire Taps! Our admissions experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown, have certainly enjoyed recording this weekly podcast to deliver admissions strategies and tips. See which profiles from MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire they discuss this week below and then tune in. The first applicant is worried his application may seem one-dimensional, due to his professional & extracurricular focus on data analysis: Another MBA hopeful needs to address their low GPA: Read more
Published: June 14, 2020
Episode 107: Wire Taps—Should I Turn Down an M7 to Re-Apply to H/S/W?
This podcast episode of Wire Taps is chock full of decision-making advice about when to apply and where to matriculate.  In this episode, MBA hopefuls who have posted to MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire get direct feedback on their potential choices from our admissions experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown. See which profiles they discuss and then tune in. They begin with an applicant who is weighing whether to matriculate this year or re-apply next year for better options: They also discuss a candidate trying to Read more
Published: June 7, 2020
Episode 106: Wire Taps—Can I Still Negotiate for a Scholarship?
This podcast episode of Wire Taps breaks down admissions strategies and advice for MBA applicants and candidates who have shared their profiles in MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire. See which profiles our admissions experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown, discuss and then tune in. An applicant partnering with Forté MBALaunch sought advice: Read more
Published: May 31, 2020
Episode 105: Wire Taps—From Real Estate to Finance, Due to COVID-19
Press play for another podcast episode of Wire Taps, which features advice from Clear Admit’s admissions experts. Graham Richmond and Alex Brown continue to provide feedback based on profiles shared in MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire. The first applicant profiled in the podcast is facing some professional hardship due to COVID-19, as the real estate industry took a severe hit: Another MBA hopeful with military experience wants to know how they can Read more
Published: May 24, 2020
Episode 104: Wire Taps—Which School is Best for Financial Services?
Tune into another podcast episode of Wire Taps, which features MBA admissions advice tailored to real applicants.  Clear Admit’s admissions experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown, provide feedback based on profiles shared in MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire. This week, they discuss an applicant looking to stay in Atlanta, another one seeking to eventually expand her business, and a candidate wondering what the best school for financial services is. An applicant interested in staying in Atlanta sought advice: Another MBA Read more
Published: May 19, 2020
Episode 103: From Military to MBA Featuring Service to School’s Anna Ivey
From boots to business, an MBA can make perfect sense for military members looking for the next step in their careers. Anna Ivey, Co-founder, Service to School In this podcast episode, special guest Anna Ivey joins Clear Admit’s Graham Richmond to discuss how to successfully transition from the military to business school, the application process and more. Ivey is one of the co-founders of Service to School, a non-profit that provides free admissions counseling and mentorship for veterans transitioning into higher education. A former dean of admissions at the University of Chicago Law Read more
Published: May 17, 2020
Episode 102: Wire Taps—Seeking Deferred Admission
Clear Admit’s admissions experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown, cover a range of strategic admissions advice in this new podcast episode of Wire Taps. The two provide feedback based on profiles shared in MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire, including an applicant planning to defer and more. The duo advises an applicant planning to defer: Another MBA hopeful wants to know if he is overrepresented: An accepted candidate also needed help Read more
Published: May 12, 2020
Episode 101: How to Finance Your MBA
Sponsored Content In this podcast episode, learn all about financing your MBA—from the cost of attendance to the mechanics of borrowing (and repaying) student loans.  To illuminate this process, we welcome two special guests, Nikhil Agarwal of LeverEdge, the first collective bargaining group for student loans, and Pritish Nair of Prodigy Finance, a premier lender for students studying abroad. Nikhil Agarwal (left) & Pritish Nair (right) Nikhil Agarwal, a co-founder of LeverEdge, will soon graduate Harvard Business School with an MBA. His pre-MBA work experience included engineering at GE and Boeing, Read more
Published: May 11, 2020
Celebrate our 100th Podcast Episode!
Tens of thousands of MBA hopefuls have tuned into Clear Admit’s various podcast episodes since our debut with the format in March of 2018. We proudly released our 100th podcast episode this week—another advice-packed edition of the series, Wire Taps.  Having reached this milestone, we’re taking a look at our top 10 most popular episodes and more. All-time Top 10 Podcast Episodes From admissions tips to adcom director interviews, the Clear Admit podcast covers a hefty range of content to support MBA applicants’ journeys to and through business Read more
Published: May 10, 2020
Episode 100: Wire Taps—How Can I Re-apply Successfully?
In our 100th podcast episode, Clear Admit’s admissions experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown, review profiles shared in MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire. Tune in for their feedback to MBA applicants and candidates below. Read more
Published: May 3, 2020
Episode 99: Wire Taps—Because of COVID-19, When Should I Apply?
Join Clear Admit’s admissions experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown, for this new podcast episode of Wire Taps. The two provide strategic advice on the MBA application process based on profiles shared in MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire. Tune in for their feedback below. The duo advises a candidate with from Australia: Another MBA applicant sought their advice on when to apply: An accepted candidate also needed help choosing between Berkeley Haas Read more
Published: April 26, 2020
Episode 98: Wire Taps—Chicago Booth or Northwestern Kellogg for my MBA?
In this podcast episode of Wire Taps, Clear Admit’s admissions experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown provide strategic advice on the MBA application process. See which profiles they highlight from MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire and tune in for their feedback below. The duo advises a candidate with entrepreneurial plans: Another MBA applicant sought their advice on school choice: An accepted candidate also needed help choosing between Chicago Booth and Northwestern Kellogg: Read more
Published: April 19, 2020
Episode 97: Wire Taps—Special Guests Discuss Choosing Harvard, Stanford or Wharton
We have an exciting podcast episode of Wire Taps for you this week, featuring a pair of special guests who have been sharing their interesting admissions journeys this season on MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire. Tune in for their discussion with Clear Admit’s admissions experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown, about their backgrounds and options for business school.  They have a tough choice to make between Stanford GSB, Wharton and HBS, so listen for more about the pair’s decision-making process as well. Happy listening! Clear Admit MBA Admissions Read more
Published: April 12, 2020
Episode 96: Wire Taps— Berkeley Haas, Chicago Booth or Northwestern Kellogg?
In another podcast episode of Wire Taps, Clear Admit’s admissions experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown, are back to offer insights into the MBA admissions process. Tune in below to hear their feedback for MBA applicants who shared their stories on MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire. One MBA hopeful featured in the show has a lot of work experience: Another potential applicant may need to address their undergraduate GPA: The admitted MBA candidate featured in the podcast episode Read more
Published: April 6, 2020
Episode 95: Strength in Numbers – A Student Loan Revolution
With admissions decisions rolling out and tuition bills now pending, it’s time to start thinking about financing your MBA.  The co-founders of LeverEdge, the first collective bargaining group for student loans, join us in this podcast episode to discuss how you can secure financing at reduced rates and save on your graduate education. LeverEdge Co-founders, Chris Abkarians (left) and Nikhil Agarwal (right) Co-founders Nikhil Agarwal and Chris Abkarians launched LeverEdge when they, too, were facing daunting tuition bills—both from Harvard Business School. Chris is currently in his Read more
Published: April 5, 2020
Episode 94: Wire Taps—Harvard, Stanford GSB or Wharton?
We have a new episode of Wire Taps ready to be heard, so tune in for the latest from Clear Admit’s admissions experts.  As usual, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown discuss MBA admissions strategies for applicants and candidates who have shared their stories on MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire.  In this podcast episode, to start, they advise a generally strong candidate targeting consulting post-MBA: Another applicant, an Indian male seeking a career in investment banking, also sought advice:On Read more
Published: March 29, 2020
Episode 93: Wire Taps—Targeting Deferred Admissions Programs
Clear Admit’s admissions experts are back to offer their keen advice to MBA applicants and candidates who have shared their admissions profiles in MBA ApplyWire and MBA DecisionWire.  In this podcast episode of Wire Taps, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown review the following MBA hopefuls. To start, someone interested in deferred programs sought advice: A podcast fan had several questions about admissions in general: And an accepted candidate needed help Read more
Published: March 22, 2020
Episode 92: Wire Taps—Should I Apply in Round 3?
In another podcast episode of Wire Taps, Clear Admit’s admissions experts discuss MBA application strategies, Round 3 and more.  This week, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown review profiles from MBA applicants who shared their stories on MBA ApplyWire. Here’s a preview of which profiles they discuss.  Press play on the podcast episode below!  To start, a promising MBA hopeful requested guidance: An accepted candidate is wondering whether to keep applying in Round 3: And a new applicant needs to work Read more

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December 25, 2024 2:16pm ET
Applying: Duke / Fuqua, Emory / Goizueta, Georgetown / McDonough, Indiana / Kelley, Michigan / Ross, UNC Kenan-Flagler
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Strategy consulting
Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting, Commercial Banking Companies: Bain , BCG , Deloitte , Ernst & Young , KPMG , McKinsey , PWC , Bank of America , Capital One , Citibank , PNC Bank , Wells Fargo
GRE: 323
GPA: 3.48
Years of Work Experience: 6
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December 25, 2024 10:52am ET
Applying: Berkeley / Haas, Carnegie Mellon / Tepper, Columbia, Cornell / Johnson, Duke / Fuqua, Indian School of Business, Indiana / Kelley, Michigan / Ross, Northwestern / Kellogg, UCLA Anderson, UT Austin / McCombs, UVA / Darden
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Supply Chain Management
Post-MBA Target Industry: Other
GMAT: 655
GPA: 3.3
Years of Work Experience: 4.5
Location: India
Post MBA Location: USA
Notes:

Extensive Supply chain experience across Telecom and Aviation industries. Currently working with United Airlines in Supply Chain. Lots of international exposure and experience.
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December 25, 2024 7:51am ET
Applying: Duke / Fuqua, UVA / Darden
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Indian Chartered Accountant, Completed Undergrad and Grad in commernce (A and A+ grade)Fund Controlling - PE(Goldman Sachs) and IIF(JP Morgan)
Post-MBA Target Industry: Asset Management, inc. HF Companies: Blackrock , Goldman Sachs , JP Morgan Asset Management
GRE: 320
GPA: A+
Years of Work Experience: 5.5
Location: India
Post MBA Location: US, UK
Notes:

I got waiver from Darden and applying to fuqua with GRE score. Planning to apply to only two schools in current round 2.
Post MBA goal is to transition career from accounting based role to front end asset management roles.
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December 23, 2024 7:48am ET
Applying: Duke / Fuqua, Emory / Goizueta, Georgia Tech / Scheller, UNC Kenan-Flagler, Vanderbilt / Owen
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Sports
Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting, Family Business, Other Companies: Accenture , Deloitte
GMAT: 655
GPA: 3.89
Years of Work Experience: 3
Location: South
Notes:

NCAA DI Athlete
Selected for the industry's inaugural women's leadership academy
Variety of volunteer work in and out of my work industry
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December 23, 2024 12:19am ET
Applying: Cornell / Johnson, Michigan / Ross, MIT Sloan, UCLA Anderson, UT Austin / McCombs, UVA / Darden
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Construction & RE (2nd Gen Entrepreneur)
Post-MBA Target Industry: Investment Banking, Venture Capital, Private Equity, Asset Management, inc. HF, Family Business Companies: Citibank , Credit Suisse , Morgan Stanley
GRE: 326
GPA: 3.80
Years of Work Experience: 5
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December 30, 2024 12:21pm ET
Interview Invite to Dartmouth / Tuck
Round: Round 2
Received via email on November 19, 2024
GPA: 3.6
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Finance
Application Location: Houston
Note:

Applied just after R1 (guaranteed interview window for R2)- my GMAT waiver was not approved in time for R1.
30M Indian national working in O&G trading. Mechanical Engineering undergrad in India(4.0 equivalent GPA) and Master of Science degree from Duke University (3.6 GPA).
Chose to do the in-person interview at Tuck. Tuck is the only school I applied to this year and excited/nervous on how things will go. Hoping the waiver won't significantly ding my candidacy as I am from an ORM group.
December 30, 2024 9:55am ET
Accepted to MIT Sloan
Round: Round 1
Received via phone on December 11, 2024
GPA: 3.6
GMAT: 760
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Healthcare
December 30, 2024 9:52am ET
Accepted to U. Chicago Booth
Round: Round 1
Received via portal on December 04, 2024
GPA: 3.6
GMAT: 760
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Healthcare
Application Location: Boston
December 29, 2024 11:08pm ET
Accepted to Cambridge / Judge
Round: Round 1
Received via email on October 16, 2024
GMAT: 708
Program Type: One Year Program
December 29, 2024 11:06pm ET
Accepted to Oxford / Saïd
Round: Round 2
Received via email on November 07, 2024
GMAT: 708
Program Type: One Year Program
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