Gain valuable insights and expert tips from ReachIvy on college applications to confidently navigate the admissions process and improve your chances of success.
Reading Time: 3 minutesMany of the top global MBA programs are trying to diversify their class profiles, moving away from solely admitting students with traditional finance, banking, and consulting backgrounds. Professional profiles that have startup experience give admissions committees significant insight into the problems that you are truly passionate about solving, your creativity and penchant for risk-taking, and…
Reading Time: 2 minutesApplying abroad can feel overwhelming, from confusing exams to contradictory advice.Based on 400+ student cases we supported this year, the biggest challenge is not the application itself but finding trustworthy, unbiased guidance. Here’s a clear, student-friendly guide to help you make the right choice. 1. Understand the Rise of Advisory Agencies With student interest in…
Reading Time: 3 minutesHave you already started thinking about applying to business school for enrollment in Fall 2017? Now is the time to take stock of the extent to which your profile and application are in order, and to accordingly see whether it makes more sense to apply in Round 1 or 2 in the Fall. Competition is…
Reading Time: 3 minutesSeveral universities in the US have two admissions intakes; namely, the Fall semester and Spring semester. The Fall semester runs from mid-August to mid-December, and the Spring semester runs from January to early May. Most students apply for enrollment in the Fall semester since it is easier to transition from high-school graduation in May/June to…
Reading Time: 2 minutesA powerful MBA application is not just a form; it’s a strategic, introspective journey. The strongest candidates demonstrate clarity, leadership, and consistency across work, community, and personal growth.Based on 400+ MBA applicants we’ve guided, the most successful profiles are intentionally built over time. 1. Build Real Leadership Experience Take initiative on projects and lead small…
Reading Time: 4 minutesBeing on the waitlist for admissions to a top tier business school can be rather unsettling. However, getting waitlisted is not the same as getting rejected, and in fact, clearly communicates that you remain a strong candidate for this business school. You still have a chance to tip the scales from ‘waitlisted’ to ‘accepted’, but…
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe April and May final Round 3 deadlines are around the corner. If you have already decided that it makes perfect sense for you to apply for an MBA in Round 3, here are a few tips on ensuring that you have a strong, successful and well-rounded MBA application: 1. Effectively communicate a stellar and…
Reading Time: 4 minutesHave you done your homework on the schools, programs, admissions committees, students and alumni interviewers? Have you gone through your resume and MBA essays in detail? Have you thoroughly introspected on the top stories that you want to share during your MBA interview, and the top questions that you want to ask your interviewers? Now…
Reading Time: 3 minutesThere are a number of factors to consider as the time for your MBA application approaches. Round 3, which is the final application round for the year for most American business schools, has deadlines in March, April and May, and tends to be the most competitive round to apply, since schools would have already filled…
