Conventional wisdom says that your odds of admission are higher if you apply to your favorite MBA programs in round 1. But is that really true? And what about scholarships? Is more funding available for students who apply in round 1?

In this insightful conversation, Charles Bibilos of GMAT Ninja and Donna Bauman of @StratusAdmissionsCounseling tackle common myths around MBA admissions application timing. They explore the perceived advantages of round one applications, clarify the REAL impact of timing on admission and scholarship opportunities, and share advice on binding "early action" rounds. Spoiler alert: the so-called round 1 advantage is mostly a myth, but there are some notable exceptions.

Key takeaways include:

➡️ Your admission odds aren’t generally higher in round one.
➡️ Scholarships are not given disproportionately to early applicants.
➡️ Strong applications stand out in any round.
➡️ Binding "early action" rounds are rare, but they can meaningfully improve your odds.

Learn why quality always rises to the top, and how planning ahead can make a difference.

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Chapters:
01:05 Introduction
01:44 Understanding the Round One Advantage
04:35 Debunking Scholarship Myths
05:56 Exploring Early Action and Early Decision
08:54 The Impact of Application Timing
12:13 Summary & Takeaways

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