selecting schools

($) Positives about lower-ranked programs

December 6, 2022 by EssaySnark

We sometimes mention the strategic importance of considering a lower-tier program. We’re glad that so many BSers are going about this realistically – if you have a significant glitch in your profile, then of course you want to be trying for the best schools that your heart is set on, but at the same time...

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($) “I’m so excited! I got into my safety school!”

August 12, 2022 by EssaySnark Leave a Comment

…said no BSer, ever. Premium content starts here… ———– ———– Premium content ends.

($) The main way rankings are useful.

July 19, 2022 by EssaySnark Leave a Comment

We caution against overreliance on rankings all the time — we especially warn BSers about getting so fixated on going to “the best” school that they lose sight of all reason. No one school is “the best” for everyone, and ANY good school is going to be a great experience, depending on how you go […]

($) Another reason Round 1 can be particularly advantageous: Scholarships

June 8, 2022 by EssaySnark - Discusses Harvard, Berkeley Haas Leave a Comment

When you’re aiming for the most selective and “elite” MBA programs, our stance is you should be aiming to be accepted. Don’t try to maximize for scholarship dollars, since that’s near-impossible to control — unless you’re willing to be flexible on the tier of the school you’re trying for, and you have a profile (particularly […]

($) Thinking about trying in Round 3… Which schools?

March 11, 2022 by EssaySnark Leave a Comment

We are often fairly doom-and-gloom with lots of discouragements for those thinking about submitting applications to the best MBA programs in the final round of the season. However, if you’re really really motivated to start your MBA as soon as you possibly can, then there are indeed options available!! Premium content starts here… ———– […]

($) When your safety school is actually a stretch school.

March 4, 2022 by EssaySnark

This is another one of those EssaySnark posts that’s going to come across to some of you as a little harsh. But it’s again something we see happen All. The. Time. It goes like this: Premium content starts here… ———– ———– Premium content ends. Continue reading......

($) Talking to current students about their bschool experience

March 3, 2022 by EssaySnark

One of the very best ways you can find out about a bschool that you’re interested in is to talk to the students who are going there. (Pro Tip: Lots of applicants never do any of this. You can stand out in your applications by doing this.) Premium content starts here… ———– ———– Premium...

($) You can have 2 of these 3.

January 19, 2022 by EssaySnark Leave a Comment

In the world of business, especially software development and other such projects, you may have heard of the relationship between these things: – Time – Quality – Cost You can get two of these three, but you cannot have all of them. Meaning: If you want it faster, you have to sacrifice quality or pay […]

($) Round 2 Crunch Mode: Which schools have the easiest apps?

December 15, 2021 by EssaySnark Leave a Comment

Often around this time of year, when panicking BSers show up on the doorstep panting and sweating about all the essays they’ve just now realized they need to write, we try to offer a calm steady hand, including useful posts that give practical advice to guide them by the way. Frequently, such posts include guidance […]

($) One easy way to tell how bad you want this

November 12, 2021 by EssaySnark Leave a Comment

We have this thing called the Comprehensive Profile Review… Premium content starts here… ———– ———– Premium content ends. There are likely to be many, many twists and turns for you in this process. Some people are “Harvard or Bust!” and that’s cool! Most others are trying to find their way, kicking the tires, […]