As many applicants know all too well, Wharton released the last of its interview invitations yesterday. We want to offer our congratulations to those who are moving on to the next stage of the admissions process, and extend our sympathy to those who received less favorable news.
Though a ding is a difficult blow to be dealt this early in the year, there are actually a number of benefits to Wharton’s timing. The first is simply the peace of mind that comes with a definitive answer, as many candidates say that waiting for word from their target schools is the most trying part of the application process. Beyond this, having a mid-November decision provides a data point in determining the strength of one’s application at a top program. This might prompt applicants who were denied without an interview to seek out feedback on their Wharton applications from friends or other knowledgeable sources to identify areas for improvement, or to expand his or her list of target schools to include a few less selective programs – all with plenty of time to regroup and address weaknesses before the round two deadlines.
Best of luck to everyone moving forward on their b-school journeys; have a happy and productive weekend!
