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Evaluate my possibility plsss
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31 Jan 2024, 23:50
Hey I’m a rising senior and am looking to get an mba in hbs. However my gpa for the last 4 sems is really low(2.9)as my major was in liberal arts and I took way more classes than required with the aim of equipping myself with broader knowledge, while working part time jobs. I also have to mention that I got Cs for almost all the classes related to stem and all the As are from language classes, and that I am now majoring in system design after my two years in liberal arts.
•female
•Asian born and raised in her own country
•undergrad gpa atm:2.9
•undergrad at a uni within top 50 on global rankings
•marketing internship at a startup
I am willing to push myself to get as high gmat as possible but with my schools rule where only 30% of the class can get As I don’t know if I can dramatically grow my gpa. I am currently hoping to work preferably for McKinsey or for BCG or Accenture.
What do you think my chances are of getting into 2+2 hbs program or what do you think I have to do to get into hbs in hopefully two years after graduation.
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•female
•Asian born and raised in her own country
•undergrad gpa atm:2.9
•undergrad at a uni within top 50 on global rankings
•marketing internship at a startup
I am willing to push myself to get as high gmat as possible but with my schools rule where only 30% of the class can get As I don’t know if I can dramatically grow my gpa. I am currently hoping to work preferably for McKinsey or for BCG or Accenture.
What do you think my chances are of getting into 2+2 hbs program or what do you think I have to do to get into hbs in hopefully two years after graduation.
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Re: Evaluate my possibility plsss
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01 Feb 2024, 02:23
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Taysdau wrote:
Hey I’m a rising senior and am looking to get an mba in hbs. However my gpa for the last 4 sems is really low(2.9)as my major was in liberal arts and I took way more classes than required with the aim of equipping myself with broader knowledge, while working part time jobs. I also have to mention that I got Cs for almost all the classes related to stem and all the As are from language classes, and that I am now majoring in system design after my two years in liberal arts.
•female
•Asian born and raised in her own country
•undergrad gpa atm:2.9
•undergrad at a uni within top 50 on global rankings
•marketing internship at a startup
I am willing to push myself to get as high gmat as possible but with my schools rule where only 30% of the class can get As I don’t know if I can dramatically grow my gpa. I am currently hoping to work preferably for McKinsey or for BCG or Accenture.
What do you think my chances are of getting into 2+2 hbs program or what do you think I have to do to get into hbs in hopefully two years after graduation.
Posted from my mobile device
•female
•Asian born and raised in her own country
•undergrad gpa atm:2.9
•undergrad at a uni within top 50 on global rankings
•marketing internship at a startup
I am willing to push myself to get as high gmat as possible but with my schools rule where only 30% of the class can get As I don’t know if I can dramatically grow my gpa. I am currently hoping to work preferably for McKinsey or for BCG or Accenture.
What do you think my chances are of getting into 2+2 hbs program or what do you think I have to do to get into hbs in hopefully two years after graduation.
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Hi Taysdau,
Your GPA is quite low. On the flip side, a good university is a plus. However, we need to understand your profile and story in detail to ensure your chances in the HBS 2+2 program. As HBS is competitive enough, your narrative needs to stand out.
The AdComs evaluate the overall profile to ensure they admit a holistic cohort which comprises your academics, standardized test scores, ECs, community engagements, and much more.
We are happy to discuss your profile at great length. You can schedule a free profile audit call with our MBA consultants here
You can also connect with the team via call at +91 7780769732
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Re: Evaluate my possibility plsss
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01 Feb 2024, 08:53
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Taysdau:
To be honest, your chances at HBS 2+2 are extremely low. GPA is a major factor and you need to be top of your class to be considered. I'm also not sure you are really from the "target" cohort of people for the deferred MBA program: under-represented, non-conventional candidates.
If HBS is your dream, you are much better off applying through the regular MBA process after you have worked for 2-3 years. You'll have an opportunity to improve your profile with work experience and other extracurricular achievements, which will actually take off some of the pressure of your GPA. You can also take some time to focus on the GMAT rather than rush it for the 2+2 process.
If you really want to target deferred MBA application processes, you can also look at other schools. HBS is great but it's not the only good option.
Admissionado
To be honest, your chances at HBS 2+2 are extremely low. GPA is a major factor and you need to be top of your class to be considered. I'm also not sure you are really from the "target" cohort of people for the deferred MBA program: under-represented, non-conventional candidates.
If HBS is your dream, you are much better off applying through the regular MBA process after you have worked for 2-3 years. You'll have an opportunity to improve your profile with work experience and other extracurricular achievements, which will actually take off some of the pressure of your GPA. You can also take some time to focus on the GMAT rather than rush it for the 2+2 process.
If you really want to target deferred MBA application processes, you can also look at other schools. HBS is great but it's not the only good option.
Admissionado