Status: First-time applicant
Pre-MBA industry: Consulting
Years of experience at time of matriculation: 6
GMAT/GRE score: 331 (V: 170 Q: 161)
Undergraduate GPA: 3.78/4.00
Admitted to: HBS, Wharton
Scholarship(s): $150,000
Service Type: Premium
When I decided to apply to business school, I figured I would go through the motions, but I had very little confidence that I would actually be accepted. I was older than the typical consulting applicant, and I felt like my path to date was relatively unexceptional. I asked myself, “Why would a school — especially a top school like HBS, Wharton, or GSB — choose me?”
My journey and perspective changed when I found Square One Prep. From the very first introduction call, Square One encouraged me and believed in me…much more than I even did in myself. From there, my consultant, Amalia, helped me find stories to tell that were authentically me, and she consistently encouraged me to not discount my unique experiences. In addition, the transparency Square One provides helped me ground this belief in data from past applicants’ experiences.
The business school application process is daunting, but SquareOne guided me through it step-by-step, providing honest and helpful feedback and ensuring that I met all deadlines in a timely manner. The career narrative work in particular was a helpful exercise to think about my strengths, experiences, and future goals. Most importantly, Square One instilled a belief in me that changed the trajectory of my life, for which I will always be grateful. I am thrilled to be heading to HBS this fall and will continue to recommend Square One Prep and my consultant to anyone considering b-school!