round 2 schools to apply to

toodeep2

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Posted Oct 16, 2015 14:24

I applied to Boston University earlier this week to sneak in for their round 1 deadline. I took the GMAT earlier in October, scored a 690 and it's all been a bit of a last minute decision.

I'm wondering now if I should apply to some other programs just in case there might be something better. But it looks like most round 1 deadlines have passed. Can anybody suggest a few schools I might apply to in the next couple of weeks to meet round 2 deadlines?

My profile: American male, 690 GMAT/ 4.5 years experience in client management for a mortgage firm. Solid undergrad at a top liberal arts college with some extra-curriculars, clubs, fraternity, etc.) Want to go into finance. I applied to BU because I like the city but I am open to other places.

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laurie

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Posted Oct 19, 2015 07:49

Rochester or Georgia - Terry, maybe?

I think the top tier of schools for finance (Booth, Columbia, Wharton) might be a bit of a reach for you. I'd maybe pick the one from the top tier that you're most interested in and who knows, maybe it will work out...

Also, Cornell - borderline reach but look into it as well.

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toodeep2

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Posted Oct 22, 2015 14:50

Thanks laurie, much appreciated. By the way what do you think of Emory, both in terms of finance placements and my ability to get an admit there?

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laurie

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Posted Nov 04, 2015 11:06

Sorry for the delayed response, I didn't see this. I think you have a fighting chance at Emory. But it's certainly not of the same caliber in terms of finance placements as the schools above.

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Posted Nov 05, 2015 09:47

Many round 2 deadlines, for top finance schools like Columbia, Wharton, Booth, etc. don't close until January. That gives you ample time to focus on GMAT prep and re-take in December for a fighting chance at the schools that will add real value to your profile.

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