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Practice scores versus the real thing [#permalink] New post   08 Aug 2014, 10:07
I'm currently looking into various MSF programs, with Vanderbilt being my top choice. At the start of my studying I took the GMAT Prep practice test to see where I was starting at and got a 580. I haven't been studying as much as I would like, as I've been fairly busy, but I just took a Kaplan practice test and got a 630. Because I have a high GPA, I know my score can be below the average (although I hope it isn't.) I have about a month of studying left to go using Magoosh. Is it possible to end up with a 675+ on the GMAT?

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Re: Practice scores versus the real thing [#permalink] New post   08 Aug 2014, 10:12
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eca444 wrote:
I'm currently looking into various MSF programs, with Vanderbilt being my top choice. At the start of my studying I took the GMAT Prep practice test to see where I was starting at and got a 580. I haven't been studying as much as I would like, as I've been fairly busy, but I just took a Kaplan practice test and got a 630. Because I have a high GPA, I know my score can be below the average (although I hope it isn't.) I have about a month of studying left to go using Magoosh. Is it possible to end up with a 675+ on the GMAT?

Thanks! :-D


Hi. So you need a 680? (scores come in multiples of 10).
Yes, it is very possible to improve 50 points esp if you have not done a lot of studying in the past. What are your scaled (section) scores? V vs. Q?
Usually one of them is easier/faster to improve than the other.

Do you have an Official Guide? I would recommend to get a copy. It won't teach you much but it is a great source of questoins.
If you like books and only have a month left, I would recommend a Kaplan book and if you are struggling with Q or V, another book to potentially recommend....
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Re: Practice scores versus the real thing [#permalink] New post   08 Aug 2014, 10:18
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Hi. So you need a 680? (scores come in multiples of 10).
Yes, it is very possible to improve 50 points esp if you have not done a lot of studying in the past. What are your scaled (section) scores? V vs. Q?
Usually one of them is easier/faster to improve than the other.

Do you have an Official Guide? I would recommend to get a copy. It won't teach you much but it is a great source of questoins.
If you like books and only have a month left, I would recommend a Kaplan book and if you are struggling with Q or V, another book to potentially recommend....


Thanks for the speedy reply! I have only studied quantitative because I know it needs a lot of improvement.
GMAT Prep: no studying
Quant: 35
Verbal: 35

Kaplan: some quant studying
Quant: 45
Verbal: 35

I do have the official guide and a Kaplan book, however I have found that I tend to get really distracted trying to learn from either. Magoosh has been very helpful although I've only done about 1/6 of the quant lessons.
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Re: Practice scores versus the real thing [#permalink] New post   08 Aug 2014, 12:02
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Hi!
Practice scores scores generally range + or - 30 points in relation to the real GMAT. Here is a link to a blog that discusses certain factors you should take into account in order to help you get + 30 as opposed to - 30: https://econgm.at/0WCiso

With that being said, it is possible to experience a significant jump. It all depends on the amount of time and effort you put into your studies. While its is important to study a lot, neither is it good to cram, nor is it good to excessively study at all hours. I just wanted to share one more blog post with you I recently came across which is an interview with a student who managed a 200 point increase. While the blog is short and does not provide any major tips, I hope it will provide you the confidence to know you too can accomplish the same. Check it out: https://econgm.at/t2mZ1b
I hope that provides you a little boost of confidence. If you have more specific questions in regards to your study plan, feel free to ask and I will provide you advice where I can. Good luck!
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