Kellogg Full-Time MBA Application 2011 FAQ

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General Questions

How can I learn more about the Kellogg School's full-time MBA programs?
In addition to reviewing our FAQ site, we invite you to do the following:
Review our class profile. For more information on class characteristics, GMAT, undergraduate profile and geographic representation of our current students, click here.

Meet alumni in your local area. We invite you to meet our alumni by attending our off-campus events hosted in cities worldwide. Most events allow candidates to meet with both an admissions representative and Kellogg alumni. Reservations may be required for some events.

Visit our campus. We welcome and encourage prospective candidates to visit Kellogg. Visitors can observe classes, attend an information session conducted by an admissions officer, have lunch with a student, participate in a student-led tour, and meet current students. No appointments are necessary.

Get to know our students. Our student diaries pages will give you an insider’s perspective on the Kellogg School, and many of our students are happy to answer your questions about life at Kellogg.

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Who lives in the McManus Living-Learning Center
Approximately 245 students plus 50 significant others live in McManus. Approximately 75% of McManus resident are international students; 28% are first-year students.

Where is McManus?
Click here for a map showing the distance from Kellogg to McManus.

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What type of housing is available for Kellogg students?
Approximately 25 percent of all Kellogg students live in the McManus Living-Learning Center, an apartment complex for Kellogg students and their families. Located approximately four blocks from the Kellogg School, McManus offers several sizes and styles of apartments and is equipped with study rooms, a computer lab, exercise facilities, an underground parking garage and other amenities. The remaining 70 percent of Kellogg students choose to live off-campus in Evanston or nearby Chicago. A wide variety of housing is available from vintage two flats and courtyard apartment buildings to high rise condo and apartment buildings. Most Kellogg students choose to live within walking or biking distance from the Jacobs Center.
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Does Kellogg have clubs or groups for students' significant others/spouses and children?
Joint Ventures and Kellogg Kids were established to recognize the specific needs of married/partnered students and students with children and to provide an informal support network. These organizations, run by current Kellogg partners, offer a variety of social and philanthropic opportunities, support and opportunities to get involved in leadership roles. Additionally, Kellogg provides networking assistance, help connecting to community resources, and volunteer and job search guidance
to partners of students.

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Student Life
What do students do outside the classroom at the Kellogg School?
Students at Kellogg are very active in a wide range of extracurricular activities. There are approximately 90 student clubs that foster a sense of community and allow students to develop their leadership skills. These clubs focus on a variety of student interests including professional development, philanthropic activities, sports, arts, regional affiliations, and affinity groups.

Additionally, students work closely with staff and faculty to organize and host more than a dozen professional conferences each year. Kellogg conferences are held on Wednesdays or Saturdays throughout the academic year and bring business leaders from all over the world to our campus.

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Who is required to take the TOEFL?
International applicants whose native language is not English must take the TOEFL exam. Exemptions will be granted for international applicants who received an undergraduate degree from an institution where English was the ONLY language of instruction and have provided documentation to support this claim. Degrees from on-line or distance learning programs do not qualify for an exemption.

What is the TOEFL code for the Kellogg School’s Full-Time program?
The Kellogg School’s TOEFL code is 1546

Does Kellogg accept the TSE or IELTS?
No. Kellogg does not accept the TSE or IELTS?

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International Applicants

If I have a 3-year bachelor’s degree, am I eligible to apply?
Yes. We are familiar with various international educational systems and recognize that 3-year undergraduate programs are the norm in much of the United Kingdom and in India. Many of our applicants from India have also completed a 16th year of education in a master's program, but this is not a requirement.

What is the minimum TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score required for an international applicant?
We do not have a minimum score requirement, though the average is 110 for the internet-based test. We review various indicators of English ability, such as the GMAT scores, essays and interview performance.

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Can I re-apply to Kellogg?
Yes. Kellogg looks favorably upon candidates that continue to feel that Kellogg is the right school. Re-applicants must submit a new application. If GMAT or TOEFL scores remain unchanged, there is no need to resubmit official scores if previously submitted. In addition, only one letter of recommendation is needed for a re-applicant. This recommendation must be from a different recommender than in previous applications. Lastly, the evaluative interview is not required if one has been completed within the past 18 months, though candidates may elect to re-interview of they wish. Re-applicants should follow all other instructions as if applying for the first time and answer the essay question specifically for re-applicants.

Can I get feedback on my denied application?
No. Kellogg does not provide feedback to those candidates who were denied admission to any of our full-time programs.

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Can I meet with an admissions officer to discuss the MBA Program at Kellogg?
No. The admissions officers are not able to meet individually with prospective students or candidates. We encourage you to take advantage of our on-campus information sessions in order to speak to an admissions officer and have your questions answered.

Will visiting the Kellogg School’s campus increase my changes of admission if I am on the wait list?
No. While we do encourage prospective students to visit our campus, a visit does not impact your chance of admission.

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How do I notify Kellogg of changes to my contact or employment information?
Please send an e-mail to mbaapplicant@kellogg.northwestern.edu. Be sure to include your name — exactly as it appears on your application — and your date of birth, which will be used for identification purposes only.

Does Kellogg grant deferrals?
Deferral requests are considered on a case-by-case basis. Candidates should apply for the year in which they plan to enroll. Once admitted, applicants may send a deferral request to the Director of Admissions. A detailed explanation of the request and appropriate documentation are required. In certain situations, the Admissions Committee may offer deferred admissions to candidates who would benefit from an additional year of work experience.

Is my application reviewed any differently if I am applying with my spouse or significant other?
No. Each file is assessed independently, regardless of whether you are applying with someone else. We will, however, do our best to release admissions decisions at or near the same time. If you are applying with a significant other, you may note this in the additional information section in Part II of the application.