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xxz5838

以下是引用jelt2359在2009-5-9 12:19:00的发言：
There is no right answer for this. At Wharton, we generally say that if you have >80 for both verbal and math, you're alright. However, some people with low GPAs use high GMAT scores to compensate to show their intellectual ability. So again, no right answer.

PS, the essay is in fact probably the most important part of the application, Go see that link I wrote about on Page 17 (the whiz dream one). From there you'll see what different metrics are usef for, with the essay being probably the most important. At the same time, however, in my mind it is probably the toughest to do really well. So really, you should be asking me, 'my leadership essay will be about this.. what do you think?'

In addition, the definition of a 'distinguished essay' might not even be clear. Unlike a school quiz, here they won't give grades (ie there's no such thing as an "A" essay or a "B" essay), instead they'll want to see what the essay shows about you. If you had submitted my essay, for instance, it would be very "undistinguished" because it is wholly irrelevant to who you are.

Thanks, Jason

Great suggestions.

I will start thinking about what to put in my essay.

bamboo890718

Hi jason, haven't seen ur reply on MSN. Here is my question, would u kindly explain why u suggested me Vanderbilt last time? Thanks

cannedpineapple

bamboo> I didn't 'suggest' it, it's just that I've heard Vanderbilt is another school that is open to taking students with less work experience.

bamboo890718

sorry for the misinterpretation...I've noticed that some B-schools extend their attitude towards less w/e through admission FAQ and Vanderbilt is one of them. Since my academic records are good but not excellent, I'm targeting at schools ranking at about 20th-30th.  So how about OSU compared with Vanderbilt. I've also applied for College of william and mary, but it is said that this school's reputation in China is not outstanding.

cannedpineapple

Sorry, I don't know much about Ohio State, Vanderbilt and William & Mary (at least not about their MBA programmes).

kittylyx

hey Jason, mind sharing the internship and full time searching status for class of 10 and 09 at Wharton? Thanks  

cannedpineapple

Kitty 学姐，

Not bad! Almost everyone I know has found something for internship.. In the last two months or so there has really been a lot more offers, especially from PE/VC. Just goes to show that those who get (and accept) offers early are not necessarily doing the best thing..

bamboo890718

jason~have u heard of the wharton presentation @ Shanghai on june? what's it gonna be then?

watchell2009

Hi Jason, I am an admitted student of Penn Law. I am wondering whether there is any Research Assistant opportunity for Wharton professors. Given the current market, I plan to pursue my MBA degree graduation in law school. Therefore, I hope I can get a recommendation letter from Wharton professors while working for them as RA. BTW, when should I apply? immediately after the enrollment? Thanks.

cannedpineapple

You can apply at anytime. The MBA, as you probably already know, is not like a typical masters degree in that a recommendation letter from a professor- Wharton or not- typically counts for a lot less than a recommendation from work. I for instance applied straight after college, but did not get any recommendations from my college teachers. Typically if you do so, you'll want them to comment on your work as an actual worker. Unless you actually run the project (hence showing your creativity, leadership, resourcefulness, etc- all the traits associated with a good business professional), it's typically hard for a professor to provide such a recommendation. Nonetheless, that's not to say this is not possible. Good luck!