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February 22, 2022

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How to Apply Successfully to Grad School Despite a Low GPA [Episode 458]

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What steps can you take to get accepted despite a low GPA? [Show Summary] Linda Abraham outlines five steps for mitigating the impact of a low GPA so that you can move forward with a successful graduate school application. Linda Abraham, Founder and CEO of Accepted shares her insights into overcoming low stats [Show Notes]… 

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April 14, 2021

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Don’t Let Low Stats Keep You from Your Dream MBA Program

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If you’re worried about low stats keeping you from being a serious contender at your target MBA program, don’t worry. We are here to help! Our recent masterclass, Get Accepted to Top MBA Programs with Low Stats, was jam-packed with must-have insider information about how to compensate for low stats and position your application to… 

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April 2, 2021

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So, You’re Applying to Business School with a Low GPA or GMAT Score?

Applying to Business School with a Low GPA or GMAT Score

You want to apply to business school, but you may be holding back because you’re worried about your low numbers–an unimpressive GPA or GMAT/GRE score. Don’t worry – this is NOT the end of the world! This post will define what “low” really means, help you put your scores into context, and show you how… 

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Article by Cindy Tokumitsu / MBA Admissions / GMAT, GRE, mba low stats

May 15, 2020

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Watch The Impact of Your GMAT & GRE Now!

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Our recent webinar, The Impact of Your GMAT & GRE: A Critical Piece in Your MBA Application, was a deep dive into the world of MBA admissions testing. If you weren’t able to join us or you missed out on any part of the session, it’s now available for free on-demand viewing!

Article by Accepted / MBA Admissions / GMAT, GRE, mba low stats, mba webinar

May 10, 2019

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What GMAT Score Do I Need to Get Accepted to Top MBA Programs?

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Do you need a perfect score on your GMAT to gain acceptance to a top-tier business school? No. But you definitely need your score to be high enough so that your application is seriously considered and so that the rest of your application isn’t fighting an uphill battle to overcome a subpar GMAT score. So,… 

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Article by Accepted / MBA Admissions / GMAT, mba low stats, optimize your mba admissions profile

May 5, 2019

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How Does Your GMAT Score Fit into the Holistic MBA Application Puzzle?

How Does Your GMAT Score Fit into the Holistic MBA Application Puzzle

There’s a lot of talk about the holistic approach admission directors take to evaluate applications. How much weight is really put on different aspects of the application during evaluation? If the approach is so holistic, then why do so many applicants with low GMAT scores get rejected compared to applicants with high GMAT scores? Here’s… 

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Article by Natalie Grinblatt / MBA Admissions / GMAT, mba low stats

April 29, 2019

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Should You Retake the GMAT?

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There’s no yes or no answer here, but I will give you some points to consider that will help make your decision easier. The case for retaking the GMAT Retake the GMAT if… You have other weaknesses in your profile and you feel a high GMAT score will help you compensate for them. A great… 

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Article by Accepted / MBA Admissions / GMAT, mba low stats

April 8, 2019

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How MBA Adcoms Evaluate Your GPA

How MBA Adcoms Evaluate Your GPA

“But my undergrad school was highly competitive…” “But I worked 20 hours a week during college…” “But I was a varsity athlete at a Division I school…” “But even though it took me a couple of years, once I got it together I made dean’s list every semester…” “But my PhD GPA was 3.9…” These… 

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Article by Cindy Tokumitsu / MBA Admissions / mba low stats, optimize your mba admissions profile

April 26, 2018

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The GMAT and the Law of Diminishing Returns

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There is a time in every applicant’s life where you need to look long and hard at your GMAT score and ask: “Is my score high enough to get me into my schools of choice? Or should I retake the GMAT? What are my chances of getting into b-school with low stats? How will retaking… 

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Article by Natalie Grinblatt / MBA Admissions / GMAT, mba low stats

March 29, 2018

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Applying to Top MBA Programs with a Low GPA

Applying to top MBA Programs with a low GPA How to get accepted

You want to apply to a top MBA program, but that low GPA… what can you do to overcome this blemish and apply successfully to your dream school? Watch the video below for concrete, realistic advice on applying to b-school with a less-than-an-ideal GPA.  VIDEO TRANSCRIPT You want a top-notch MBA program, but have… 

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January 31, 2018

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Are You a Competitive B-School Applicant?

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Every year, MBA applicants call us to ask whether their profile (GPA, GMAT, work experience) is competitive at the schools they’re targeting. It’s a question we take seriously and address individually, because there are so many factors that impact competitiveness. Deciding where to apply is crucial, especially if your stats are low: if you target… 

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Article by Accepted / MBA Admissions / MBA admissions guide, mba low stats

September 5, 2017

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Do Low Stats Sink Your App?

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Applicants and Admissions Directors almost always seek the same thing. Applicants want to be desired by Admissions Directors and Admissions Directors want their schools to be desired by applicants. Applicants want to optimize their ability to gain admission to the highest-ranking school that fits their education/career needs, and Admissions Directors want to optimize their ability… 

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Article by Natalie Grinblatt / MBA Admissions / mba low stats

June 7, 2017

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Your Past Doesn’t Define You [Episode 209]

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Today’s one of those shows where I’m going to be the sole presenter. I actually started preparing this show during the World Series way back in October. Yes, folks, after 108 years of losing, the Chicago Cubs finally won the World Series. At the same time, we were working (and have worked in the past)… 

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Article by Accepted / Admissions Straight Talk, Grad School Admissions, Law School Admissions, MBA Admissions, Medical School Admissions / grad low stats, Grad School reapplication, law low stats, Law school reapplication, mba low stats, MBA reapplication, MBA rejection, med low stats, Medical school reapplication, podcast

April 25, 2017

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Applying to B-School With a Low GMAT Score [Short Video]

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Do you have a low GMAT score but want to get accepted to a top business school? That is a tall order. Check out Linda Abraham’s advice for this difficult predicament: For more in-depth advice, register for our webinar, Get Accepted to B-School With Low Stats.  Get one-on-one guidance for creating and implementing an admissions strategy that mitigates your low GMAT… 

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Article by Accepted / MBA Admissions / GMAT, mba low stats, MBA Video Tips

April 24, 2017

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Applying to Business School With a Low GPA [Short Video]

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Applying to a top business school with a low GPA? Find out what you can do to mitigate your weaknesses and increase your chances of getting accepted. For a more detailed advice on how to get accepted to business school with low stats, register for our popular webinar: Get Accepted to B-School With Low Stats…. 

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Article by Accepted / MBA Admissions / GPA, mba low stats, MBA Video Tips

February 19, 2016

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5 A’s for Your Low GPA [Episode 137]

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  Not proud of your undergrad GPA? Concerned it will hamper your chances of graduate acceptance?  Get ready to find out what to do about it. The 5 A’s for your low GPA: 1. Assess your GPA (2:40) Is it really low? I define a low GPA as one that is .3 on the U.S. 4.0… 

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