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Published: February 22, 2024
Upcoming: Ask Us Anything! Live Chat with NYU Stern Admissions Officers
Have questions for NYU Stern Admissions Directors about their MBA program? This Ask Me Anything (AMA) Live Chat is for YOU! Are you considering applying for NYU Stern’s final deadline on April 18 or are you thinking about a future cycle? No matter where you are in the application process, NYU Stern admissions officers can answer your questions to guide you as you enter the next phase of your MBA journey. Bring all of your questions for this interactive chat session and, whether you are in the research phase or trying to make a final decision on which Read more
Published: January 5, 2024
Upcoming: Ask Us Anything! Live Chat with UC Irvine Merage Current MBA Students
Interested in the UC Irvine Merage MBA program? This UC Irvine Live Chat is for YOU! In this ‘Ask Me Anything’ style live chat, current Merage MBAs will answer your questions about the program. Learn how the UC Irvine Full-Time MBA program in partnership with the MBA Career Center prepares you for the internship process, landing a full-time offer and long-term career resiliency.  Bring all of your questions for this interactive chat session and, whether you are in the research phase or trying to make a final decision on which MBA program to join, we promise you Read more
Published: January 26, 2023
Upcoming: Ask Us Anything! Live Chat with UC Irvine Merage Current MBA Students
Interested in the UC Irvine Merage MBA program? This UC Irvine Live Chat is for YOU! In this ‘Ask Me Anything’ style live chat, current Merage MBAs will answer your questions about the program. Learn how the UC Irvine Full-Time MBA program in partnership with the MBA Career Center prepares you for the internship process, landing a full-time offer and long-term career resiliency.  Bring all of your questions for this interactive chat session and, whether you are in the research phase or trying to make a final decision on which MBA program to join, we promise you Read more
Published: October 14, 2019
ICYMI: Revisit the NYU Stern MBA Webinar & Chat
In case you missed it, we have two opportunities for you to learn about the MBA programs at the Leonard N. Stern School of Business at New York University. Webinar Covers Array of NYU Stern’s MBA Options On September 24th, Rabia Ahmed, Executive Director, MBA Admissions at NYU Stern, provided insight on the world-class faculty at Stern, the career opportunities available post-MBA and experiential learning opportunities available during your MBA.  The webinar answered questions on the 2-year Full-time MBA, Tech MBA, Fashion & Luxury MBA and Part-time MBA Programs at NYU Stern. View it here: https://youtu.be/Ljizvz8z10w Chat Recap: Learn How to Gain Admission to NYU Stern Holly Curtis, Director of MBA Admissions, and Catherine DiMarzo, Associate Director of MBA Admissions, also hosted a chat on October 10th about how to get into NYU Stern. Read more
Published: August 20, 2019
Yale SOM to Host Free Chat on August 22nd – “What does Yale SOM look for in a candidate?”
Yale SOM is one of the most sought after business schools in the world that any MBA candidate should consider, but what is Yale looking for in a candidate?  Join us for this free chat with representatives from Yale SOM to learn more about what Yale SOM looks for in a candidate! Whether you are already considering Yale or just want to learn more, this chat gives you unparalleled access to the Yale SOM team to get an inside look of what types of candidates they look for.  Get your questions answered on August 22nd right here on clearadmit.com! Read more
Published: August 12, 2019
Tuck School of Business to Host Free Chat on August 15th – “5 Tips for Preparing to Apply Round 1”
The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth’s MBA Application for Round One has a deadline on October 7th.  Are you planning on applying in Round One?  If so, this session will be beneficial to you as Amy Mitson, Director of Admissions, Recruitment & Marketing at Tuck will be discussing 5 tips she has to prepare you for Round One applications. Join Clear Admit and Tuck for a free chat about some of the tips and best advice for filling out the Tuck MBA Application.  Whether you’re planning on applying or just beginning to consider an MBA and wonder Read more
Published: August 4, 2019
Tuck School of Business to Host Free Webinar on August 7th – “A Walk Through the Tuck Application”
The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth has made some exciting innovations to the application process. Join Clear Admit and Tuck for a free chat about some of the tips and best advice for filling out the Tuck MBA Application.  Whether you’re planning on applying or just beginning to consider an MBA and wonder if Tuck is a good fit for your aspirations, this is your opportunity to gain valuable insight into applying to Tuck. Bring your questions! Valeria Wiens, Associate Director, Evaluation / Admissions & Financial Aid & Lesley Nesbitt, Associate Director, Yield with the Read more
Published: September 30, 2018
HBS R1 Interview Notification Dates: October 4th, 10th
Are you anxiously awaiting an interview invitation after applying in Round 1 this year to Harvard Business School (HBS)? In case you haven’t already heard, HBS has shared details about its upcoming interview notifications. In a recent post to his Direct from the Director blog, HBS Managing Director of Admissions and Financial Aid shared that the school interviews approximately twice as many candidates as it can ultimately admit. “Those interview invitations come out in two waves,” Losee wrote. “October 1st and October 4th at noon eastern time.” These dates uphold Clear Admit’s own predictions Read more
Published: March 19, 2018
Anticipating Round 2 Decisions via Clear Admit’s LiveWire and MBA Chats
Throughout the rest of March, leading business schools will be rolling out their decisions to Round 2 MBA applicants. While many are eager for the gift of admission via phone, email or portal, waiting for a decision can push anxiety levels to full tilt for the Class of 2020 hopefuls. But, fear not, anxious applicants! At Clear Admit, we have two resources that are designed to help you navigate the next couple weeks: Clear Admit LiveWire and Clear Admit MBA Chats. Reports from Real Candidates on MBA LiveWire Keep your finger on the pulse of MBA Read more
Published: December 18, 2017
FREE Webinar – CEIBS MBA: Ready for the China Challenge?
Join CEIBS Admissions Director Christina Mou – along with several CEIBS students – for an interactive webinar. In the webinar, we’ll talk through the following topics: Why the Financial Times and Forbes both rank CEIBS the #1 MBA in Asia How more than 80% of CEIBS MBA graduates in 2017 achieved a career switch to their desired industry, with many successfully pivoting their careers to Asia The impact that international alums have had in China as the country continues to transform from the world’s factory to the world’s innovator The Immediate and longer-term implications of developing your career backed by an Read more
Published: November 14, 2017
Join Our Live Chat TODAY to Debate 2017 Bloomberg BW Rankings
With Bloomberg BusinessWeek scheduled to release its annual ranking of MBA programs today, November 16th, at 11 a.m. EST, we’re pleased to announce that Clear Admit will be hosting a chat moderated by our own Graham Richmond and Alex Brown to dissect and debate the results. Please join us in the regular chat room beginning at 10:30 a.m. RSVP here to let us know you’re coming! Bloomberg BW has made multiple changes to its methodology in recent years, resulting in significant volatility in terms of where schools fall on the list even when Read more

MBA Applywire

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November 20, 2024 9:42pm ET
Applying: Babson / Olin, , Carnegie Mellon / Tepper, Emory / Goizueta, Rice / Jones, Rochester / Simon, SMU Cox, UCI Merage, Washington U. / Olin
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Technology - Entrepreneurship
Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting, Technology, Entrepreneurship
GRE: 333
GPA: 2.56
Years of Work Experience: 5
Location: Lagos
Notes:

I just got rejected for WashU Olin and I have an interview invitation with Questrom. GPA continues to bother me but I addressed it in my supporting essays.
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November 19, 2024 12:51pm ET
Applying: Berkeley / Haas, Cornell / Johnson, Dartmouth / Tuck, Duke / Fuqua, INSEAD, Michigan / Ross, MIT Sloan, Northwestern / Kellogg, U. Chicago Booth, UPenn / Wharton, Yale SOM
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Tech in government
Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting, Entrepreneurship Companies: Bain , McKinsey
GRE: 319
GPA: 2.9
Years of Work Experience: 7
Notes:

I got cancer when I was undergrad that's why my undergrad GPA is low. After MBA I want to work in consulting then make a social impact in Africa through entrepreneurship
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November 19, 2024 12:06pm ET
Applying: Duke / Fuqua, Harvard Business School, Michigan / Ross, Northwestern / Kellogg, Stanford GSB, U. Chicago Booth, U. Washington / Foster, UNC Kenan-Flagler, UT Austin / McCombs, UVA / Darden
Pre-MBA Career: Wealth Management and Military
Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting, Asset Management, inc. HF, Other Companies: Bain , BCG , Deloitte , McKinsey , Goldman Sachs , JP Morgan Asset Management , State Street , Vanguard
GPA: 3.80
Years of Work Experience: 7
Location: San Diego
Post MBA Location: Chicago, Seattle, Minneapolis, Charlotte
Notes:

UG Degree: BBA Financial Markets at an Accredited Institution.

Civilian Work History: 3 years as Wealth Advisor under an RIA in Minneapolis and Denver. Total AUM of ~$350-400M, served as a salaried advisor in a primary and secondary capacity. Holistic services to include investment management, estate planning, retirement planning, insurance planning, tax planning, etc.

Military History: 4 years as a supply/logistics officer heading efforts for air/ground mobility, defense contracting, supply and procurement, and fiscal budget management while located at various bases within CONUS and multiple forward deployed locations.

Professional Certifications: Obtained Certified Financial Planner designation (2022) and Series 65 (2019).
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November 18, 2024 12:50am ET
Applying: Columbia, Dartmouth / Tuck, Duke / Fuqua, Emory / Goizueta, NYU Stern, UNC Kenan-Flagler, Yale SOM
Intake Year: 2025
Pre-MBA Career: Consulting
Post-MBA Target Industry: Investment Banking Companies: Bank of America , Barclays , Citibank , Credit Suisse , Goldman Sachs , JP Morgan Chase
GRE: 323
GPA: 3.32
Years of Work Experience: 7
Notes:

Education:
- Combined Major in Economics and Statistics
- CFA Charterholder (passed all three levels on the first attempt)

Professional Experience:
- Manager at a Big 4 firm Specializing in capital projects and infrastructure, with a role similar to investment banking
- Seven years of experience, mainly in financial services in Ghana

Extracurricular Activities:
- Pro bono capital-raising services for SMEs
- Aspiring to run a full advisory firm for SMEs in the future
- CFA exam coaching and tutorial classes for candidates
- Founder of a travel and tour club offering affordable trips to explore beautiful and historic scenes in Ghana

Will being 32 years old affect the attractiveness of my candidacy?
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November 17, 2024 9:24am ET
Applying: Columbia, , Georgetown / McDonough, Harvard Business School, INSEAD, NYU Stern, Oxford / Saïd, Stanford GSB, UCLA Anderson, Yale SOM
Pre-MBA Career: Higher Education
Post-MBA Target Industry: Consulting, Technology, Investment Banking, Venture Capital, Private Equity, Media, Undecided Companies: Bain , BCG , McKinsey , JP Morgan , Morgan Stanley , JP Morgan Chase , Apple , Google , Microsoft , Andressen Horowitz , Charles River , Sequoia Capital , Blackstone , KKR , 21st Century Fox , Comcast , Walt Disney
GPA: 3.97
Years of Work Experience: 5
Location: Denver, Colorado
Post MBA Location: New York City
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MBA LiveWire

November 21, 2024 4:51am ET
Waitlisted at NYU Stern
Round: Round 1
Received via portal on November 19, 2024
GPA: 3.54
GRE: 331
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Consulting
Application Location: Nicaragua
Note:

Waitlisted without interview. How can I flip this in my favour?
November 21, 2024 3:13am ET
Accepted to Washington U. / Olin
Round: Round 1
Received via email November 20, 2024
GPA: 3.81
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Finance
Application Location: Los Angeles
Note:

100K scholarship!
November 20, 2024 11:49pm ET
Interview Invite to Berkeley / Haas
Round: Round 1
Received via email November 20, 2024
GMAT: 645
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Note:

Consortium
November 20, 2024 9:20pm ET
Interview Invite to Dartmouth / Tuck
Round: Round 1
Received via portal on September 04, 2024
GPA: 3.74
GRE: 311
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Consulting
Application Location: Tampa, FL
Note:

Applied early enough to guarantee interview.
November 20, 2024 9:19pm ET
Interview Invite to U. Washington / Foster
Round: Round 1
Received via email on October 31, 2024
GPA: 3.74
GRE: 313
Program Type: Traditional Two-Year
Target Career: Consulting
Application Location: Tampa, FL
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