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By: Woods Recruiting » Information on College Recruiting Steps for Parents

Woods Recruiting » Information on College Recruiting Steps for Parents — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:18:31 +0000

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By: DS

DS — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 16:18:18 +0000

Hi Kevin,

As a student at a top 15 ranked university (though not a traditional target school), I have a 3.2, but a perfect SAT score. Do you think this might exempt me from the “automatic overlook” pile, especially as my major GPAs are much higher?

Thanks!

By: H.JO

H.JO — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 07:04:52 +0000

I am actually surprised to learn that we need to have SAT scores on the resume. I somewhat understand GMAT score but I only have 650…I should probably leave it out?

By: Kevin

Kevin — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 04:12:22 +0000

Dan – yes, include the LSAT. Yes, include the SAT. Both are great measures of capabilities that most consulting firms respect and value.

By: Dan

Dan — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:57:47 +0000

If one has a very high LSAT score (178-180), would it be totally bizarre or inappropriate to include said score on one’s resume when applying for a consulting position?

On the surface, it seems somewhat silly, since it is so strongly tied to a different profession, but the categories that the LSAT claims to evaluate (logical reasoning, analytical reasoning, and critical reasoning) are those to which many consulting firms pay lip service.

Also, if one has a good (1400-1500) SAT, would it be appropriate to include that, even if one is several years out of college?