5 Truths About the College Wait List

5 Truths About the College Wait List

Now that the dust has settled on an ultra-competitive college admissions season, many families have questions about how the college wait list works. If you are considering accepting a spot, here are some things that you should know about the college wait list process....
Are You Ready For An MBA?

Are You Ready For An MBA?

Done right, the business school application process is demanding. In addition to being at the right place in your career, you need to be focused, honest with yourself, open to feedback and willing to prioritize. If any of these scenarios sound familiar, you might not...
Do Business School Rankings Matter?

Do Business School Rankings Matter?

Applying to business school? Whether you are just starting to research programs or deciding between offers, you are likely looking at business school rankings.  What do these rankings really tell us? How much should they influence your decisions? Below are three...
MBA Application Trends

MBA Application Trends

As we start to look towards next year, it’s useful to discuss recent MBA application trends. Leverage these insights to optimize your business school applications. Apply Early Applying as early as possible is becoming more advantageous every year. This trend isn’t...
After You Submit Your MBA Application

After You Submit Your MBA Application

If you recently applied to business school, you are probably wondering what’s happening behind the scenes with your MBA application. Here is advice about what to do while you wait. Interview invites are often staggered. Please don’t read too much into it if you aren’t...
How to Calm Your MBA Interview Nerves

How to Calm Your MBA Interview Nerves

Being invited for an MBA interview is great validation that that the admissions committee is interested in you. For schools that offer open interviews, it’s your chance to persuade the school that you are a strong candidate. The stakes are high – and even the...
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