Monthly Archives: February 2019

MBA Admissions FAQ

Can I get my MBA in specific concentration? Most MBA programs offer a wide range of electives that allow students to tailor their education after completing the first-year’ core curriculum. The degree awarded, however, is an MBA. Many schools now offer other Masters programs with a very specific course content, such as MS in Information… Read More »

Choosing Right Business Schools

An European or U.S. MBA Cultural experience. Going abroad gives you the chance to spend one to two years in a new country. Whatever your area of work after your MBA, you will certainly encounter people from around the world, so spending a few years in a new cultural and, perhaps, linguistic environment can prove… Read More »

MBA Admissions Timeline

What is a typical admission process? Many schools use rounds of application, whereby they determine three rounds of deadlines, typically in November, January and March for a September class start. At this stage they gather together all the applications that are of interest to them and start to make decisions whether you are in, out,… Read More »

Letter of Recommendation: Do’s and Don’ts

A good recommendation takes time to write. The letter provides decision-makers or employers with a clear and straightforward assessment of you from a perspective your recommender values and respect. Make sure the person writing your recommendation knows you and your credentials well. Knowing your Resident Advisor(s), Hall Director, Resident Director(s), Minority Peer Advisor(s), Academic Peer… Read More »

Advice from Graduate Admissions Representatives

Lee Cunningham Director of Admissions and Aid The University of Chicago Graduate School of Business The mistake people make most often is not to look at what the questions are asking. Some people prepare generic statements because they’re applying to more than one school and it’s a lot of work to do a personal essay… Read More »

Average LSAT Score for Top Law Schools

Law schools use your percentile ranking to determine where your score places you in comparison to your competition. More than 50 percent of test takers receive scores between 145 and 159, although this range represents less than one-quarter of the possible scaled scores. A score of 160 or above would put you in an elite… Read More »

The LSAT Essay: Sample LSAT Essays

Introduction to LSAT Writing Test takers are given 30 minutes to complete the brief writing exercise, which is not scored but is used by law school admission personnel to assess writing skill. Read the topic carefully. You will probably find it best to spend a few minutes considering the topic and organizing your thoughts before… Read More »

LSAT FAQs

What is the LSAT and how is it structured? The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is a 101-question, multiple-choice test for applicants to law schools. The test is administered by the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). The LSAT is composed of five 35-minute multiple-choice sections and one 30-minute essay. Two of the five multiple-choice sections… Read More »

GMAT Score and MBA Admissions

Admissions committees look at your GMAT score to determine if you have the academic ability to succeed in business school. An outstanding GMAT score won’t necessarily get you into the school of your choice but a low score will probably keep you out. If you scored poorly on the GMAT, consider taking it again. Admissions… Read More »

GMAT CAT Versus Paper Based Test

We should have not said more about GMAT Computer Adaptive Test. After all, the exam has transformed to CAT format since 1998. However, most test prep companies still use previous paper-based questions as the teaching materials. This often misleads test takers to prepare for it like SAT in high school. Although most questions remain the… Read More »

MCAT Test Centers in Alaska

According to AAMC (the MCAT test maker), there are 2 MCAT test centers in Alaska. Most testing centers are located inside a college or university. You can select a testing location that is nearest to you. Please note that you are able to choose a test center when registering for the MCAT. Anchorage – 82nd… Read More »

MCAT Test Centers in Alabama

According to AAMC (the MCAT test maker), there are 6 MCAT test centers in Alabama. Most testing centers are located inside a college or university. You can select a testing location that is nearest to you. Please note that you are able to choose a test center when registering for the MCAT. Birmingham – Beacon… Read More »

MCAT Test Centers in Arizona

According to AAMC (the MCAT test maker), there are 8 MCAT test centers in Arizona. Most testing centers are located inside a college or university. You can select a testing location that is nearest to you. Please note that you are able to choose a test center when registering for the MCAT. Flagstaff – North… Read More »

MCAT Test Centers in Arkansas

According to AAMC (the MCAT test maker), there are 4 MCAT test centers in Arkansas. Most testing centers are located inside a college or university. You can select a testing location that is nearest to you. Please note that you are able to choose a test center when registering for the MCAT. Arkadelphia – N.… Read More »

MCAT Test Centers in Australia

According to AAMC (the MCAT test maker), there are 2 MCAT test centers in Australia. Most testing centers are located inside a college or university. You can select a testing location that is nearest to you. Please note that you are able to choose a test center when registering for the MCAT. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA LOGONLINE… Read More »

MCAT Test Centers in California

According to AAMC (the MCAT test maker), there are 22 MCAT test centers in California. Most testing centers are located inside a college or university. You can select a testing location that is nearest to you. Please note that you are able to choose a test center when registering for the MCAT. Orange County –… Read More »

MCAT Test Centers in Colorado

According to AAMC (the MCAT test maker), there are 7 MCAT test centers in Colorado. Most testing centers are located inside a college or university. You can select a testing location that is nearest to you. Please note that you are able to choose a test center when registering for the MCAT. U OF COLORADO/BOULDER… Read More »

MCAT Test Centers in Connecticut

According to AAMC (the MCAT test maker), there are 3 MCAT test centers in Connecticut. Most testing centers are located inside a college or university. You can select a testing location that is nearest to you. Please note that you are able to choose a test center when registering for the MCAT. Hartford – Glastonbury… Read More »

MCAT Test Centers in Cyprus

According to AAMC (the MCAT test maker), there are 1 MCAT test centers in Cyprus. Most testing centers are located inside a college or university. You can select a testing location that is nearest to you. Please note that you are able to choose a test center when registering for the MCAT. NICOSIA, CYPRUS Intercollege… Read More »

MCAT Test Centers in Delaware

According to AAMC (the MCAT test maker), there are 2 MCAT test centers in Delaware. Most testing centers are located inside a college or university. You can select a testing location that is nearest to you. Please note that you are able to choose a test center when registering for the MCAT. Wilmington – New… Read More »

MCAT Test Centers in Florida

According to AAMC (the MCAT test maker), there are 14 MCAT test centers in Florida. Most testing centers are located inside a college or university. You can select a testing location that is nearest to you. Please note that you are able to choose a test center when registering for the MCAT. Fort Lauderdale –… Read More »

MCAT Test Centers in France

According to AAMC (the MCAT test maker), there are 1 MCAT test centers in France. Most testing centers are located inside a college or university. You can select a testing location that is nearest to you. Please note that you are able to choose a test center when registering for the MCAT. PARIS ITTS, FRANCE… Read More »

MCAT Test Centers in Georgia

According to AAMC (the MCAT test maker), there are 13 MCAT test centers in Georgia. Most testing centers are located inside a college or university. You can select a testing location that is nearest to you. Please note that you are able to choose a test center when registering for the MCAT. Atlanta – Peechtree… Read More »