Applying to Ross (as Soph)

Colleges and Universities A-Z University of Michigan
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<p>My first year at UMich I was quite worried about my grades and keeping up with my work so I basically did not do much with the exception of going out on weekends and studying during the week. I chose not to take Econ 101. Thus, I could not apply to the B-School. After much thought, I feel like the business route is the best suited for me. I aspire to work in a office setting and have always been quite interested in money. Of course, not only making it, but dealing with it. Furthermore, I have ran a small business since I have been a freshman in high school, I loved to organize and manage my finances daily. Anyways, my question is; What are the chances of getting into Ross as a soph? My first year I took Math 115 , Math 116 , English 125, French 103, French 231, Psych 111, Math 145, Math 146, and PoliSci 111 (at a community college). I finished with a little higher than a 3.6 GPA with honors both semesters. I was not involved in any clubs or anything outside of the classroom. This year I plan to take Math 215, Econ 101, French 232, AOSS 101. Second semester is still undecided, but obviously Econ 102 and most likely Math 216 also. I am planning on joining clubs such as MES also. </p>

<p>Thanks everyone in advance-
GO BLUE</p>

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<p>does this mean you’re going to spend 5 years here at UM since ross is a 3 yr program?</p>

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<p>Yes, Ross is a 3 year, non-accelerated program. Thus, I would be staying for 5 years. Think this is worth it? Or possible getting a major in Econ and going to Ross for an MBA. I am just worried about landing a job/internship outside of Ross.</p>

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<p>It’s worth taking the extra year if you really want to do business (you will likely only need an extra semester, actually – Ross lets you graduate a semester early and you’ll probably have all your reqs done w/in 4.5 years).</p>

<p>MES will not make you stand out. You need more. Extracurricular involvement is huge.</p>

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<p>Yes, I need to find something other than MES. I really wish I had completed an internship this summer, but that is out of reach now. Anyone have any other recommendations?</p>

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<p>Do what feels right. You do not need a business degree to go into business. Heck, most people in the business world did not get their undergrad degree in business thats what an MBA is for. Companies are looking for well rounded individuals with the potential to succeed, they want to be the ones to mold you into a business person. </p>

<p>That said to get into ross. Don’t choose your activities because they will look good on a resume. Choose to do them because you have a passion or an interest.</p>

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<p>The quality of the companies that recruit at Ross is what is important – not the subject matter of the degree.</p>

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<p>This is true. Just make sure to make an impact in your activities. Be able to demonstrate leadership and results in your essays.</p>

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<p>Thanks guys. </p>

<p>Math 215, Econ 101, French 232, Astro 103</p>

<p>Math 216, Econ 102, Anthrobio 161, (another class)</p>

<p>This is what I am planning on taking my first and second semester…if I keep up my grades I think this shows a challenging course load. Any comments?</p>

<p>And for clubs, I def. need to talking to people and hit up the club fair thing they have in the diag to look for something that interests me.</p>

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<p>It’s a fine course load. Take Math 217 over 216 if you like math.</p>

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<p>That’s what I meant, misprint. My plan B will include that of a concentration in Econ/Mathematical Economics or Actuarial Mathematics. I feel I have a strong grasp in the area of quantitative reasoning and should use that to my advantage. +, of course, I would like to pursue an office job- everyone thinks I’m crazy, but that is what I like; organization, office settings, suits, ties, numbers.</p>