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Anonymous A

on Jul 24, 2024

Global

BCG Application Feedback

Hello everyone,

I applied to BCG roughly 6 weeks ago for an entry-level position after completing my master's degree. After 2 weeks, they asked me to update my transcript of records for my master's degree. I did this, and only the date changed on the transcript; the grades remained the same, as the only missing grade is for my master's thesis.

They confirmed that my documents are complete. Since then, I haven't heard anything, and my application status shows that it is still being reviewed. Should I follow up with them via email?

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Francesco

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on Jul 25, 2024

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Hi there,

Q: I applied to BCG roughly 6 weeks ago. After 2 weeks, they asked me to update my transcript. Since then, I haven't heard anything. Should I follow up with them via email?

Given it’s been 4 weeks since you heard back, it is fine to follow up with them for an update.

Good luck!

Francesco

Dennis

Coach

on Jul 25, 2024

Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe

Hi there,

processing times can be this slow. It won’t hurt to politely follow up if it has already been four weeks for you. In case you have a competing offer, there is some leverage for them to speed up the process. Otherwise you’ll just have to wait for their feedback. You’ll get it eventually. Just keep applying broadly and don’t only focus on one company.

Best of luck

Florian

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on Jul 25, 2024

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Hi there,

At this point, you should definitely follow up. If you have the phone number of the recruiter, call them (much more direct and quick).

Cheers,

Florian

Pedro

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on Jul 25, 2024

Bain | EY-Parthenon | Former Principal | 1.5h session | 30% discount 1st session

Yes, after a month waiting for an update, it is more that fair to reach out to them directly.

Benjamin

Coach

on Jul 31, 2024

Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer

I would follow up - no harm by doing so.

All the best!