Background -
Tuck, unlike most other schools, does applicant initiated interviews. I did mine in conjunction with a campus tour. I setup my visit such that I did the class visit and information sessions before I did the interview. I figured this would give me a better feel for the culture before I actually started talking about why I wanted to attend there.
Interviewer -
The interviewer was a second year student. The only info he had on me was a copy of my resume that I dropped off earlier in the day. I think Tuck makes an attempt to match the interviewer based on some basic info you provide. I was matched with an older student who had a fair bit of work experience as I did.
Format/Topics -
The interview was fairly relaxed starting with a quick walkthru of the resume. The rest of the interview mostly worked thru Why MBA? Why Now? Why Tuck? Also, there were a few inquiries that led to leadership and teamwork type answers. These were typical questions that are usually seen in job interviews. For example, How would you deal with a situation where the team is at an impasse and something needs to happen to break the deadlock? I just drew on personal experience to walkthrough what I've done in the past in similar situations.
My take -
Even though I hadn't submitted my app, I had already reviewed and drafted most of my essays. This helped me to approach the 'Why' questions effectively. Also having been in town a day and visiting a class and getting to know the campus environment helped me to be relaxed and share my views.
Overall, I felt pretty good about the interview and also felt like those involved in the process really cared. The interview was scheduled for 30 mins but I think it ran a few minutes over.
Before I went up there I had met several Alumni and I was looking to see if their enthusiasm and caring was at least partially due to the institution. After my 2 days in Hanover and attending an event, I wonder if there's some type of brainwashing chamber that makes Tuck grads so loyal and giddy about the school.
Three Down!
The last Tuck essay finally closed out with a bang. I was so thrilled that I was pumping my fist and jumping around the room.
But it also confirmed my concern from yesterday that I submitted the Yale app too soon. A re-tooled version of the Tuck life experiences essay was what should have gone in my Yale personal statement.
Oh well. What can you do.....
My full-time apps are done! I can feel my blood pressure drop to normal and my aches and pains drift away as I sit here typing this out. This has been an interesting experience regardless of whether I get into any of the three programs that I applied to.
Having submitted my apps, I realize that my work experience, history of extras through college and my international perspective/experience really are strengths. But my crappy GMAT may actually keep me out of each program.
Starting next week I venture into the world of part-time and executive MBA programs. Based on my initial research I'll be starting on the lower end of both age and experience ranges. But, my international perspective/experience should give me the boost necessary to get in.
Ok! Time for an early lunch, short meetings and maybe a 'clear the head' run.
But it also confirmed my concern from yesterday that I submitted the Yale app too soon. A re-tooled version of the Tuck life experiences essay was what should have gone in my Yale personal statement.
Oh well. What can you do.....
My full-time apps are done! I can feel my blood pressure drop to normal and my aches and pains drift away as I sit here typing this out. This has been an interesting experience regardless of whether I get into any of the three programs that I applied to.
Having submitted my apps, I realize that my work experience, history of extras through college and my international perspective/experience really are strengths. But my crappy GMAT may actually keep me out of each program.
Starting next week I venture into the world of part-time and executive MBA programs. Based on my initial research I'll be starting on the lower end of both age and experience ranges. But, my international perspective/experience should give me the boost necessary to get in.
Ok! Time for an early lunch, short meetings and maybe a 'clear the head' run.
Two Down!
Ok maybe I hit 'Submit' a little too quick. But regardless, no more control over the fate of the Yale app either.
Tuck to go and it's due tomorrow. The datasheet's been complete for awhile. I've reviewed the content at least a dozen times. But I've got one nasty, pain in the rear essay that I just can't seem to tie up.
How will your unique personal history, values, and/or life experiences contribute to the culture at Tuck?
I've got about 5 different versions, each with different story lines and none that seem to answer the dang question.
hmmmmm...... maybe I'll go watch the New Hampshire primary coverage and see if anything sticks.....
Tuck to go and it's due tomorrow. The datasheet's been complete for awhile. I've reviewed the content at least a dozen times. But I've got one nasty, pain in the rear essay that I just can't seem to tie up.
How will your unique personal history, values, and/or life experiences contribute to the culture at Tuck?
I've got about 5 different versions, each with different story lines and none that seem to answer the dang question.
hmmmmm...... maybe I'll go watch the New Hampshire primary coverage and see if anything sticks.....
One Down!
Finally relinquished my control over the HBS application by submitting it earlier today. It actually felt good to get it out the door. No more fretting over what to say and what am I missing. Nothing left for the HBS app as the final outstanding recommendation .
So, one down and two to go!
So, one down and two to go!
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