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[q] non-ivys at disadvantage? |
| Message Name: |
no need |
| Date Posted: |
03/01/2000 |
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Perhaps I am paranoid, but I feel that I am at a distinct disadavantage applying to top 10 business schools because I do not have an ivy undergrad degree. For example, when I was visiting Tuck, I discovered that at least 75% of the incoming class came from ivy undergrad schools. How rational is my fear? In other words, are top 5 schools likely to accept an ivy grad w/ lower numbers (I have a 750 GMAT / 3.5 GPA / CPA and CFA) over me simply because of pedigree? |
| Message: |
I know quite a few people who went top-10 without an ivy undergrad, most of them went to big state schools. Your numbers are fine, write good essays, and find a way to package yourself in a different way... there are plenty of talented people knocking on the door... the key is to have a good story and be confident. Expect it will be difficult on the first try too, but don't sweat it if you don't get in, just try again it will come around for you.
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