Candidate:

Mr. Research 2+2

About Me:

Note: for 2+2 programs. I’ve made an impact through; my internships, a political journal at my school, a volunteer stint, my research, and multiple TA roles. I expect to receive top academic honors. I am interested in; rowing, sports analytics, Star Wars, non-fiction novels, mathematics, and weight-lifting, among other things.

Schools:

Target School: Harvard

Considering: Chicago Booth, Wharton, Columbia

See More Profiles For: Harvard

Application Status: Open

Details:

Undergrad School: University of Florida

Undergrad Major: Finance

GPA: 3.96

GMAT: 740

Age: 21, Ethnicity: White

Extracurriculars: Rowing, Treasurer/ club development online political journal, Volunteer at local elementary schools

Work History:

Title: Intern

Industry: CPG

Company: Fortune 100

Length of Employment: 3 mos

Title: Intern

Industry: CPG

Company: Fortune 100

Length of Employment: 3 mos

Post MBA Goal:

I want to be an impactful leader in the consumer goods industry, ideally leading the corporate strategy team for a large CPG firm.

Odds:

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The Experts Rate The Odds At: 18%

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Odds Assessment: 40%

With a strong GPA, especially as a Finance major, solid GMAT score, excellent extracurricular activities that demonstrates involvement with the community as an engaged member, and logical rationale for pursuing an MBA, this is a great start. However, what’s not clear is impactful leadership roles other than the Treasurer position, and this is particularly important for HBS.

With a strong GPA, especially as a Finance major, solid GMAT score, excellent extracurricular activities that demonstrates involvement with the community as an engaged member, and logical rationale for pursuing an MBA, this is a great start. However, what’s not clear is impactful leadership roles other than the Treasurer position, and this is particularly important for HBS.

5 years ago
Gatehouse Admissions Odds Assessment: 15%

There’s little doubt in my mind that b-school is in your future. It’s not a question of if, it’s a question of when. Your stats are strong (kudos on that 3.96!) – table stakes for HBS’ 2+2 program. Also feels like you’ve got good involvement in the world around you – though it’s hard to know from the info you’ve provided if you’ve been able to define leadership roles in these activities (and that would be a “must” for HBS). Why I’m not putting the odds higher is in part because of your degree (Finance) – HBS knows that if they say “no” to you this time around, they’re very likely to see you again in a few years. You’re already on the b-school path! …

There’s little doubt in my mind that b-school is in your future. It’s not a question of if, it’s a question of when. Your stats are strong (kudos on that 3.96!) – table stakes for HBS’ 2+2 program. Also feels like you’ve got good involvement in the world around you – though it’s hard to know from the info you’ve provided if you’ve been able to define leadership roles in these activities (and that would be a “must” for HBS). Why I’m not putting the odds higher is in part because of your degree (Finance) – HBS knows that if they say “no” to you this time around, they’re very likely to see you again in a few years. You’re already on the b-school path!

Regardless, I’d say to go for it but brace yourself for a “no” – and if you get the “no,” then gear up to apply again in a few years. HBS likes 2+2 reapplicants!!

And a tip for this year’s app: make sure to bring to life your leadership and impact in both your essay and in other components of your application.

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mbaMission

Hello Mr. Research 2+2! Krista Nannery from mbaMission here. I think it’s interesting that you’re a finance major with two CPG internships…that was a nice surprise. That might surprise the AdComs too so make the most of it. (I was expecting you to tell me you were more of a banking person.) If you really want to lock down a school now, I’d encourage you to definitely add Wharton and Booth to your 2+2 list. Sloan might be worth a look as well. For HBS specifically, to max your chances, I’d probably want to see a bit more leadership in university but I know these profiles can be somewhat superficial sometimes. That being said, I think you still have a decent shot. I wish you …

Hello Mr. Research 2+2! Krista Nannery from mbaMission here. I think it’s interesting that you’re a finance major with two CPG internships…that was a nice surprise. That might surprise the AdComs too so make the most of it. (I was expecting you to tell me you were more of a banking person.) If you really want to lock down a school now, I’d encourage you to definitely add Wharton and Booth to your 2+2 list. Sloan might be worth a look as well. For HBS specifically, to max your chances, I’d probably want to see a bit more leadership in university but I know these profiles can be somewhat superficial sometimes. That being said, I think you still have a decent shot. I wish you all the best in this process! -Krista

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