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January 8, 2026 8:50am ET
Enrolled: Undecided
Admitted: Duke / Fuqua $
$60000
,
Emory / Goizueta $
$90000
,
Vanderbilt / Owen $
$150000
Applied: Duke / Fuqua, Emory / Goizueta, Vanderbilt / Owen
Entering Year: 2025
Post MBA Career: Consulting
GMAT: 745
Notes:

International student choosing between a dream school (Duke) and a full ride. Risk-averse given today’s job market, especially for internationals. Plan A: consulting; Plan B: supply chain/operations. Willing to take a calculated risk if brand and network meaningfully improve outcomes. Long-term goal: entrepreneurship, or continuing in industry.