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πŸŽ™οΈ Low GPA? No Problem! How to Strengthen Your MBA Application

πŸŽ™οΈ Low GPA? No Problem! How to Strengthen Your MBA Application

Update: 2025-03-10
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Worried that a low undergraduate GPA will hurt your chances of getting into business school? Don’t stressβ€”there are strategic ways to overcome this challenge! In this episode of GMATWiz by Wizako, Zara and Wizton break down how MBA programs evaluate academic performance and what you can do to strengthen your application despite a lower GPA.

πŸ“Œ Key questions answered in this episode:

  • What is considered a "low" GPA for top business schools?
  • How can a strong GMAT score help offset a low GPA?
  • What additional courses or certifications can boost your academic profile?
  • How should you use the optional essay to explain your GPA?
  • What commitments can you make post-admission to strengthen your case?
  • How do professional achievements and recommendations balance out a lower GPA?

πŸ’‘ Learn how to position yourself as a strong MBA candidate, even if your undergrad grades weren’t perfect!

🎧 Tune in now for expert insights on MBA admissions strategy!

πŸ”— Try Wizako’s GMAT Quant Core Course for FREE (15-day trial): wzko.in/core
πŸ”— Read full text knowledgebase article on how to overcome a low undergraduate GPA when applying to MBA programs?

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πŸŽ™οΈ Low GPA? No Problem! How to Strengthen Your MBA Application

πŸŽ™οΈ Low GPA? No Problem! How to Strengthen Your MBA Application

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