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09 Jan 2021, 17:55
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First off, I know many people will scoff at this question but let me explain. I just wrote the GMAT for the first time about an hour ago and scored a 740 (Q49, V42, IR7). I accepted the score but want to know if it's worth retaking from both an admission perspective as well as a scholarship perspective.
Mainly, I am considering rewriting because I think I can do much better. On my last 3 practice tests I scored a 760 (Q50, V42, IR8), a 770 (Q50, V45, IR7) and a 770 (Q50, V45, IR8). I don't get nervous for exams and I usually perform really well on standardized exams. That being said, I got very little sleep last night as I was woken up very early and wasn't able to go back to sleep. I felt very tired all morning and didn't feel 100% once I got to the exam center. All in all, I was hoping to get a 760+ and am considering writing it again.
For reference, I sent the scores to HBS, Wharton, Columbia, INSEAD, and Kellogg. I also don't think I will apply until 2022 so I have plenty of time. I'm from Canada, have a 3.8 GPA from a fairly competitive school and relatively good work experience and OK extra curriculars (although I hope to build these out ahead of applying).
Couple questions - would a 760/770 on my 2nd attempt make a difference in terms of admission or scholarships at the above schools? If I rewrite and do worse, will schools view this negatively? Also do schools take an average of attempts and if so, is it worth cancelling my existing score retroactively?
Thanks in advance for your thoughts and thank you to everyone on this forum. It's been a fantastic resource for me as I prepared.
Mainly, I am considering rewriting because I think I can do much better. On my last 3 practice tests I scored a 760 (Q50, V42, IR8), a 770 (Q50, V45, IR7) and a 770 (Q50, V45, IR8). I don't get nervous for exams and I usually perform really well on standardized exams. That being said, I got very little sleep last night as I was woken up very early and wasn't able to go back to sleep. I felt very tired all morning and didn't feel 100% once I got to the exam center. All in all, I was hoping to get a 760+ and am considering writing it again.
For reference, I sent the scores to HBS, Wharton, Columbia, INSEAD, and Kellogg. I also don't think I will apply until 2022 so I have plenty of time. I'm from Canada, have a 3.8 GPA from a fairly competitive school and relatively good work experience and OK extra curriculars (although I hope to build these out ahead of applying).
Couple questions - would a 760/770 on my 2nd attempt make a difference in terms of admission or scholarships at the above schools? If I rewrite and do worse, will schools view this negatively? Also do schools take an average of attempts and if so, is it worth cancelling my existing score retroactively?
Thanks in advance for your thoughts and thank you to everyone on this forum. It's been a fantastic resource for me as I prepared.
10 Jan 2021, 00:12
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canadaguy123
Hi canadaguy123,
I think it'd be a good idea to take it again. You're almost certainly capable of an even better score, and in my experience, (a) the first attempt is usually not the best and (b) lack of sleep is one of the primary reasons for underperformance.
1. I don't think a lower score would hurt you, but most test takers would cancel a lower score anyway.
2. You have a limited window in which to cancel your score (72 hours after completing the test).
10 Jan 2021, 08:45
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740 is great. Since you are applying to the top schools in the world, it won’t be bad idea to rewrite. But, be cautious to not ignore other aspects of your Profile in order to achieve a better score. lot of top B schools reject hi GMAT score receivers if the profile is not great, so be careful to have a balanced profile and not just focus on one aspect. Other things can be taken care if you receive lower score, just cancel it
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