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• Need Help From: graman  Jun 30, 2012 Posts 1

  Hi, I know its way too early for the start of 2013 Wharton EMBA program but I want to ask for an expert opinion on my GMAT score. I have a Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and a Masters in Biomedical Engineering. 6 years work experience with a Fortune 500 Medical Device company. Looking to apply for the EMBA in 2013. My GMAT score is 700 . (Q44 - 66% V41 - 92%). I understand that the Adcoms look for a 80% subscores in Q and V but given my background, what are my odds of getting into the EMBA program. Thx in advance. GR. Reply

• Re: Need Help From: victormlee  Jul 01, 2012 Posts 2,553

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  GR, The academic rigor for the EMBA program is generally the same as that for the full-time program. To that end, both AdComs will seek candidates who can credibly demonstrate that they are ready to undertake the academic challenges involved with the Wharton MBA curriculum.  A 66% quantitative subscore would, by itself, raise concern with AdCom. AdCom would then look for other evidence of quantitative ability. Depending on the nature of the courses you took, your performance in those courses, and the type of work in which you engaged at a Fortune 500 company, you might be able to make a case that you are still ready. However, you would have to make this argument somewhat explicit and clear with good, tangible examples. There is also the underlying question of, if you are strong in your quantitative abilities in the past and in your work, then what caused the 66th percentile subscore? In terms of odds, the only thing that can be said with certainty is that, if you don't apply, your chances of admission are a guaranteed 0%. Please see http://engage.wharton.upenn.edu/MBA/forums/p/3282/9399.aspx#9399. -Victor WG '11 Reply

• Re: Need Help From: WEMBA Rep  Jul 03, 2012 Posts 15

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  Hi GR- With an early decision deadline in December for the SF campus and a Feb 1 deadline for regular decision, it is not too early to start preparing your application for the EMBA program. We obviously look at each applicant holistically, so it is difficult to say what your odds of admission would be without the benefit of the interview, your essays, your recommendations, etc.  We also compare each applicant to all others in the applicant pool, which is a very competitive group of high-performing individuals.  You would want your application to be as competitive as possible on all levels.  For a glimpse at a typical class profile, see:  http://www.wharton.upenn.edu/mbaexecutive/community/class-profile.cfm.  I would like to point out that 34% of Philadelphia students and 47% of San Francisco students already have an advanced degree.  The median GMAT score is approximately 710.  We have found that people who score less than the 80th percentile really tend to struggle in our quantitative-focused classes.  Basically, we want to set up all of our students for success and make sure that everyone is on the same page, ability-wise.   Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about the application process. We encourage all applicants to schedule an interview and class visit starting in September, before submitting an application.  Please call the office at 215-898-5887 after August 15 to schedule your interview/visit.  We look forward to working with you. Best regards, Laura Nash Admissions Counselor Wharton MBA Program for Executives lwnash<at>wharton<dot>upenn<dot>edu Reply