Kat23 wrote:
Hi everyone,
I am in a bit of a predicament here. So my situation might a bit different, and im torn between trying to retake the test or not. Would appreciate some good advices here:
My profile:
- From developing country, only studying abroad for university
- English is the 2nd language
- Female
- Business working background ( management consulting) - Science educated (Math)
- Want to apply to top 10 school for MBA
- Want to apply for scholarship
My issue:
- I took GMAT without studying for a day. Was intended to study, but some issues happened that I couldnt find time to actually study for the test, and I do not want to change the date. Hence, I took the chance anyway.
- And since I didnt study, I dont even know I would have a portion called IR
. my score turned out to be: 700 (35V,49Q) 5 Writing and IR 3
So ... should I retake the test to improve my chance to get into top school? As in I think if I study for a bit more, I would be able to improve this to 750 or so, and at least got a better score in writing and IR. But then it would take more time, and at the end of the day, its a second test. Not sure if it would be bad for me or not.
Im sorry if my question has been answered elsewhere, then please just give me the link and I would read it. Thank you all!
Hey Kat23
Generally speaking, you want to score decent enough on the IR section so as not to draw negative attention to a low IR score.
You don't want the admissions committee to focus on a really low IR score of like 1 or 2 -- that shows lack of effort or ability
That said, it's not that much more beneficial to have a perfect 8 versus a 6 or 7.
So ideally, you want to stay in the 4, 5, 6, or 7 range to efficiently get a score that is decent without putting a crazy amount of effort.
Now, with your IR score of 3 -- well, that's kind of cutting it. However, your 700 score is high enough that it'll offset the IR score of 3. So in your situation, I wouldn't worry about it.