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22 Oct 2024, 13:32

Hi Yuhakpa
I am Priyanka, Client Manager at ARINGO. Speaking about your profile, your 9 years of experience in both traditional media and tech background looks impressive. This blend of media and digital experience will certainly make your application stand out, especially as you aim to pivot into consulting or finance post-MBA. Try highlighting impact at workplace.

Graduating with a degree in Accountancy gives you a solid academic background, and your internships with top consulting departments at leading accounting firms add to your credibility in the field. Your GMAT score is around 730 on the classic version, which is slightly near to the average for Stanford which is 738. Your GPA is slightly below average for Stanford. If you think you can enhance your GMAT score, a retake will strengthen your chances.

If you'd like more personalized feedback or want to discuss your profile in more detail, feel free to connect.
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You can also email me your CV at: priyankak@aringo.com
Good Luck!

Yuhakpa

22 Oct 2024, 19:57

Thanks for the comment!
I am definitely taking another GMAT. Just found out I confused my Q and V score mixed. Got a way more room for Q score to increase.

Yes, I am bit worried about my GPA, (3.56 overall) but do you think Schools will consider yearly progress?
As I have filled Stanford Application, my GPAs were like below (Had rough 1st year in college

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Fr : 2.82
So : 3.79
Jr : 3.84
Sr : 3.58

23 Oct 2024, 00:02

You're welcome! It's great that you're taking another GMAT and have identified an area for improvement. Regarding your GPA, schools do consider yearly progress to some extent. While a lower freshman GPA may be a concern, your upward trajectory demonstrates your ability to learn and improve.
Your response to the optional essay is a good start. You could elaborate on the specific challenges you faced in your freshman year and the steps you took to overcome them. This will help admissions committees understand the context of your lower GPA and see your resilience and determination.

Here are some additional tips for your optional essay:
* Be specific and provide concrete examples of the challenges you faced and how you overcame them.
* Focus on your growth and development throughout your college career.
* Keep your essay positive and upbeat.

Remember, your optional essay is an opportunity to tell your story and give admissions committees a more complete picture of you as a student and applicant. Use it to your advantage and highlight your strengths and potential.

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Good luck with your GMAT and applications