holdenpc wrote:
Hi,
I'm debating whether or not to sit for the GMAT for a 3rd time before R1 apps are due. I'm wondering if going from my current 710 (49Q/38V) GMAT (3.0 undergrad GPA) to a 740 or above would have a material impact on my being admitted into some top programs. I'd say, generally, people will advise to not retake it, but I have a poor undergrad GPA of 3.0. Take my Verbal (41) from my first attempt and my Quant (49) from my second attempt and you have a 740, so the ability is there.
What do you guys think? Is it worth it to sit one last time and go for the 740+ or should I begin the application process with what I've got. Also, note that it's been ~1 year since I've looked at any GMAT material, so it'll be a hellish attempt
Other stats:
-27/White/M
-690 GMAT (43Q/41V) - 1st attempt
-710 GMAT (49Q/38V) - 2nd attempt
-spent first two years out of college as an equity analyst @ small ($150M AUM) hedge fund.
-spent last two+ years as VP, Business Development at family manufacturing business, 20M Rev/yr, 70 employees (this is probably my main selling point, going to business school to learn skills to take over, become CEO, be a big donor, etc.)
-interested in Columbia J-term, Kellogg, Sloan
Hey there,
Well I was like "sure why not try?" until I read "it'll be a hellish attempt".
The REAL question here is how much effort will it take? how realistic will it be? and at what cost will it come?
I mean no one will dispute that a 750 is better than a 710, but can you get it? and if you can will it be hellish? or a cakewalk? And how long would it take you? would it mean you would still be able to apply this year? or you would have to apply again next year?
I think you see where this is leading - but let's say that if you are fairly confident you can get 20+ points higher with a moderate amount of effort, then yes it's likely worth it. Anything else is open for discussion.
Best,
JF