Kseniia's Background; Undergrad; Full time work

Getting Masters at Bocconi University

Challenges of coming from non-traditional background

Tackling low GPA

5 GMAT attempts

Setting a compelling narrative in Essays

Handling rejections and reapplying

What Really Worked for Me

Role of International Experience

Interview Experience

Why MBA in US (over Europe)

My Advice for MBA Applicants

Things I would have done differently

Intro

How I began my GMAT Preparation

Why I enrolled in many GMAT courses

Resuming GMAT Prep after Rejection from ISB

Drastic Changes in GMAT Prep Strategy

Big Learnings from Mock Tests

Question Review - Is it Useful?

Tips for Exam Day

Did I follow a Set Study Routine

Offbeat way to look at Reading Comprehension

Lindsay, Hunter and Daisy intros

Hunter's talks about Stern's flagship experiential learning courses

Daisy talks about some real world experience gained through the Berkley Center

Lindsay adds context around experiential learning, how prospective students can explore opportunities

Hunter describes the project he worked on and the skills he was able to build as a result of the Stern Consulting Corps

Daisy talks about the Venture Associates startup

Lindsay talks about how experiential learning can be applied in recruiting

Daisy talks about sustainability business pitch competition

Lindsay gives tips for applicants starting their MBA journey

Beginning the GMAT Prep

Dealing with Procrastination and Inconsistencies

Advice to new GMAT students

Magoosh Course & Study Routine

The Speed vs Accuracy Trap

Practice Test Strategy

GMAT Day Experience

The “Administrative Review” Nightmare

How Psychology Plays a Role in GMAT Success

Future MBA Goals

Audience Questions

* Which actions to prioritize with the time you have left

* Some pragmatic advice on selecting school(s) to apply to

* How to "speed run" your way through the application, including essays, recommendations, and the resume

* Should you address your last-minute application in the "Optional Essay"?

4 Ways to Finance Your Education Abroad

Benefits of Taking an Education Loan

Secured Education Loans

Unsecured Loans

Secured vs Unsecured Comparison

Lender Types

Non-Cosigner Loans

Loan in INR vs USD

Refinancing Loan for a lower rate

Indian Loans to NRIs

Multiple loans

Interest on sanctioned loan or used loan

Credit Score requirement

The F1 Application

SEVIS Registration, I20

Visa Application Form (DS-160)

F1 Visa Interview Overview

Carrying documents during travel

What to Expect in your Student Visa Interview

Applying to Visa from a different country

What’s next if my visa is rejected

Common reasons for visa rejection

Visa requirements for partners

Normal visa processing time

Allowed jobs for F1 visa holders

F1 Visa for another degree in the US

Visa Renewal

Errors in DS-160

Changing school/university after visa approval

Intro

Walking the MBA application tightrope

3 Basic Rules to Remember for Repurposing Essays

There’s Nothing Wrong in Repurposing Text

Example of Repurposing Stanford and Fuqua Essays