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55 Ratings

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2010VERIFIED STUDENT
Academics

Classes are a good mix of lecture and case study with very useful class discussion amongst students. A wide variety of study abroad opportunities to meet every students individual preference in terms of length, breadth of study etc.

Quality of Life

Cost of living is very reasonable especially the further away from campus (i.e 10 to 15 minutes away from campus)you are willing to live.

Admissions

Application process included, GMAT scores, undergrad GPA, Essay questions - one unique question "Describe how you will be a leader of consequence", application forms, financial aid and scholarship applications.

Level

1

Graduation Year

2011

2010VERIFIED STUDENT
Academics

collaborative, heavy on team work, interactive classes, practical applications, global perspective, study abroad opportunities, focus on leadership

Quality of Life

low cost of living, beautiful campus, top facilities, community, strong student engagement, positive environment

Admissions

Unique essay questions, two recommendations, GMAT, transcripts, interview on campus

Level

2

Graduation Year

2010

2010VERIFIED STUDENT
Quality of Life

cheap cost of living; great new facilities; great restaurants

Level

1

Graduation Year

2011

2010VERIFIED STUDENT
Admissions

GMAT, essays, interview, undergraduate GPA & coursework

Level

2

Graduation Year

2011

2010VERIFIED STUDENT
Academics

High diversity in classes, case study, study abroad opportunities, research opportunities with professors, very strong classmates and team-based learning

Quality of Life

cost of living is ok, but the social opportunities are amazing; crime exists but is mostly an issue for undergrads; neighborhood is great and quality of life is really solid

Admissions

Multiple application deadlines to apply to, but the application involves background information, recommendations, and essays. Then you can be invited to an interview on campus. Must also take the GMAT as part of the process.

Financial aid and scholarships happen later in the process.

Level

2

Graduation Year

2011

2010VERIFIED STUDENT
Admissions

4 essay questions, school visit, interview, GMAT and GPA,

Level

1

Graduation Year

2011

2010VERIFIED STUDENT
Academics

good quality, very competent professors. Classes size is ok. Can reach up to 70 students, but elective courses are usually smaller.

Mainly case studies.

Notable faculty.

Quality of Life

Excellent. Team Fuqua is great.

Cost of living is cheap compared to metropolitan cities, the campus is great and the facilities are awesome. There are not many dinning options in the city, but that is not a real problem. Overall happiness is huge.

Admissions

Application essays, interview, GMAT, recommendation letters.

There are scholarship opportunities and financial aid is provided. Good loan conditions for international students.

Level

1

Graduation Year

2011

2010VERIFIED STUDENT
Admissions

Unique question & second years conducting interview

Level

1

Graduation Year

2011

2010VERIFIED STUDENT
Academics

*Classes are good -- case based as well as interactive with students / experiential

*Class sizes range from 70 students for your core classes, to 20 for the electives

*Faculty are very intellectual and have a lot of research experience

Quality of Life

* Cost of living can range from $400 - 1000 depending on where you decide to stay

* The facilities in the school are brand new and are high tech

* Library is large and brand new

* Computer lab is very large

* Dining is now Bon Appetit - fresh, organic, local food

* Fairly safe area

Admissions

* 3-4 Essay Questions

* You can elect to have an interview during a certain period of time. Once that time period has passed, it is interview invite only

* GMAT is required

* There are financial aid and scholarship opportunities

Level

1

Graduation Year

2011

2010VERIFIED STUDENT
Academics

THe best academic department in my opinion is accounting and finance. I haven't had exposure to many other departments, but to the ones I have, accounting, followed but decisions are the stronger academic departments at Fuqua.

Quality of Life

Good weather, easy acess, cheap, great campus and several sport opportunities.

Admissions

The application process is similar to that of other top business schools. There is a high GMAT average (around 690) with the 80% range between 640 and 750. This number are not official but is my best estimate by talking to fellow classmates. THeunique question on my year was to describe a leader of consequences. Financial Aid is available for international students and scholarships were awarded to some students.

Level

1

Graduation Year

2011

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