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Today, Behrouz looks at MBA interviews and goes over some common questions that you MUST know.

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Graduate schools generally have more than one application deadline throughout the year, and when you apply often impacts your likelihood of being admitted. Indeed, it's more important than ever that you apply as early as possible in the admission cycle, according to Linda Abraham, founder of Accepted -- especially given the expected increase in application volume resulting from trends in the current economic landscape.

In this episode, Linda elaborates on that thesis as we discuss:

• The distinction between "rolling admissions" and "rounds" and the approximate application deadlines for each submission period;
• Why current economic trends (inflation, rising interest rates, impending recession) suggest that applying early (i.e. Round 1) is a good idea this application cycle;
• The benefits of applying Round 1 even in a "normal" year;
• Four (4) criteria to consider that will help you determine if you're ready to apply;
• How long it takes to put together a polished application;
• Why it's a mistake to rush an application just to meet Round 1 deadlines;
• Whether it's better to apply in later rounds this year or wait until Round 1 next year;
• And more!

If you've already decided that graduate school is in your immediate future, there's no time to waste when it comes to getting your test score and starting to work on your applications. After listening to this episode and hearing what Linda has to share, you'll understand why. Enjoy!

RESOURCES / LINKS

1. From the Accepted Blog: “When Should I Plan to Apply to Grad School? NOW!!!”
2. Quiz - Are you ready for an MBA?
3. Quiz - Are you ready for law school?
4. Quiz - Are you ready for an Engineering degree?
5. Quiz - Are you ready for med school?
6. Contact Linda Abraham
7. Prepare for your standardized test with Dominate Test Prep's industry-leading prep courses

SIMILAR EPISODES

If you enjoyed this episode, we encourage you to check out these other similar episodes of The Dominate Test Prep Podcast:

1. Episode 37: When is the Best Time to Take Your Exam?
2. Episode 34: How to Determine Where to Apply, with Linda Abraham
3. Episode 3: Framework for a Successful Grad School Application, with Linda Abraham

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The best way to learn what business school admissions officers are looking for is to ask them! So that's exactly what we did. In this episode of The Dominate Test Prep Podcast, we sat down with Lauren Sutherland, Associate Director of Admissions at the Duke Fuqua School of Business, and discussed a wide range of admissions-related questions including:

• What differentiates Duke Fuqua from some of the other top business schools
• How a school's ranking should factor in to your decision of which school(s) to apply to and other considerations you should weigh as well
• The value of Duke's "25 Random Things" essay for enabling you to showcase what makes you a unique and desirable candidate
• What makes someone stand out during the application process -- and dealbreakers to avoid!
• The benefits of the 2-year, full-time MBA as compared to online, part-time, or executive programs
• How to maximize your business school experience once you're on campus

And then one of the most enlightening parts of the interview is the "Myth vs. Reality" game we played starting around the 18:15 mark where Lauren debunks some common application myths and answers the following questions:

• Do you have the best chance of being admitted Round 1?
• Is there anything you can do to get off the waitlist?
• Do you need a minimum of 2 years work experience before applying?
• Do only the first and last paragraphs of your essays matter?
• Should you always write the optional essay?
• Is the GMAT preferable to the GRE?
• If you can’t score over 700 on the GMAT, is it even worth applying?
• If you have a family member who went to Fuqua, do you have a better chance at getting in?
• Is it easier to get in to Fuqua if you went to Duke undergrad?
• Is your GMAT/GRE score and undergrad GPA the most important part of the application?
• If you can’t get in to a Top 20 business school like Duke, is it still worth going to business school?

If you're thinking of applying to Duke Fuqua, this episode will give you an opportunity to peek behind the curtain and learn what Duke is all about. But even if you're not targeting Fuqua, most of what Lauren shares is relevant for whichever top-tier graduate or business school you may be applying to. Enjoy!


LINKS AND CONTACT INFO

1. Learn more about the Duke Fuqua School of Business: https://www.fuqua.duke.edu
2. Contact Duke Fuqua: https://www.fuqua.duke.edu/contact
3. Contact Dominate Test Prep: https://www.dominatetestprep.com/pages/contact-us

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Being put on the waitlist at your dream school isn't ideal. You were hoping to be accepted outright, after all. But it's not a death knell, either. Plenty of people are accepted off the waitlist each year, and there's no reason you can't be one of them. In fact, there are a lot of practical, actionable things you can do to increase your chances of getting off the waitlist in a favorable way -- and Hillary Schubach of Shine MBA Admissions Consulting is here to break them down for you.

In this episode we discuss:

• How to think about the waitlist, and what it means from the admissions committee's perspective
• Whether you're more/less likely to be waitlisted if you apply Round 1 vs. later rounds
• What to do in the week immediately after finding out that you've been waitlisted
• The #1 thing you should emphasize in your first correspondence with the school(s)
• When and how often to communicate with the admissions committee during the waitlist period
• Strategies for improving your profile so that schools want to select you off the waitlist
• What to do if you find out you've been accepted off the waitlist
• What to do if you find out you haven't been accepted off the waitlist
• Tips for avoiding being put on the waitlist in the first place
• And more!

By the end of this week's show you'll have a more optimistic view of the waitlist and know exactly how to proceed should you find yourself on it. Let's get you accepted!


LINKS AND CONTACT INFO

1. Summary tips for Getting Off the MBA Waitlist from the Shine Blog
2. Connect with Hillary: http://shineadmissions.com/contact/
3. Connect with Dominate Test Prep: https://www.dominatetestprep.com/pages/contact-us

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