Ep 58 | From Low Test Score to Dream MBA Program

08/07/2025 48 min
Ep 58 | From Low Test Score to Dream MBA Program

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What does it take to gain admission to your target MBA program? What if you have a below-average GMAT or GRE score... can you still earn a spot at a top business school? MBA applicant Austin Sandoval did just that. In the latest episode of the mbaMission podcast, Austin talks with Harold Simanksy and Jeremy Shinewald about his MBA application journey, and how he used onTrack by mbaMission -- our on-demand MBA admissions course -- to craft his business school applications. With the help of onTrack, Austin overcame a 299 GRE score and was offered admission to multiple top-15 MBA programs, along with over $500,000 in scholarships.01:34 Austin's story 14:19 Professional progress16:53 Deciding to pursue an MBA22:53 Beginning the application process23:30 Struggling with the GRE 30:32 Balancing work, life, and applications33:31 Narrowing down target school list  39:50 Make a decision and weighing scholarships 44:38 Post-MBA career goals Book your FREE 30-minute MBA admissions consultation with Harold, Susan, or another one of our experienced MBA admissions consultants by filling out this form.Learn more about onTrack by mbaMission, our innovative, on-demand MBA application platform, and take our two-minute questionnaire to receive your customized learning path. ‼️Use code MBAMPOD for 30% off any onTrack subscription‼️Book your FREE 30-minute MBA admissions consultation with Harold, Susan, or another one of our experienced MBA admissions consultants by filling out this form. Learn more about onTrack by mbaMission, our innovative, on-demand MBA application platform, and take our two-minute questionnaire to receive your customized learning path. ‼️Use code MBAMPOD for 30% off any onTrack subscription‼️ Contact Us:[email protected] Us:YouTubeLinkedInInstagram