OG Result: Boo!

I got the result on my Opportunity Grant application. I had an inkling that I wasn't going to to get approved for it the moment I saw the email in my inbox, and I was right. Fortunately, I can still make another shot -- but maybe I'll make it when I'm in the middle of the app process.

I'm due to take the TOEFL in the last Saturday of March, and the GMAT in June. I was so glad that MIS.Net released their June schedule; I don't think I could study enough by May given my unpredictable work schedule. In fact, I was already considering to take the exam in Cebu instead. For future test-takers, I do think it helps to check the test schedules again and again, just in case future dates open up. It's helpful to schedule an exam at least two months before to secure a slot. I don't think the demand is that high for Filipino test-takers though. GMAT exams are only scheduled Mondays-Fridays, so those who have jobs definitely need to take a leave.

I am currently in the middle of a panic attack with regards to my school choices -- there's just so many to choose from that my shortlist is getting longer! I have revised my school criteria and came up with something more specific. Hopefully, this time, I can come up with a better shortlist. Besides, there's nothing wrong with applying on Round 2 if everything goes wrong with Round 1.