Chances with 650 GMAT

Question

Hello GC Experts,

I gave my GMAT recently and score an average 650 (Q49, V31). I reached out to some local admission consultants to know my chances but they recommended to either give GMAT again or look for beyond Top 50 in USA. I would like to know the expert opinions from GMATClub if I can aim for colleges between top 25-50 in the US or I should think or retaking my GMAT again and improve my score as much as possible.
A little background on my profile - undergrad GPA above average, 5+ years of consulting experience in an MNC, a little international exposure, led student clubs in undergrad.

Thanks in advance

kntombat · Answer

su1695 , you need to provide a more details about your profile, if you want to get a proper response from admission consultants.
These details though helpful aren't enough for them to give you an accurate assessment of your profile and your chances.

MBAandBeyond · Answer

Hey su1695 , Thanks for posting. To answer your question, GMAT is an important aspect of your application. It is difficult but not impossible to secure an admit with the said score in top 50 schools in the United States You can target schools like, University of California Irvine (Merage) (650), Krannert School of Management, Purdue University, Indiana (620), University of Maryland College Park (Smith) (640) with your score. However, if you are looking for the top 15-25 Schools, I would recommend a retake with a target of 720-730. Having said that, we would like to know your profile in detail to get a better understanding of your chances at the top schools. Hence, If you'd like, we are happy to connect you with our Profile Experts (who are alums and students of top B-Schools) who will discuss your profile at length in a 30-45 minutes call and provide you with feedback based on your aspirations and goals. Feel free to schedule a call with us here for in-depth profile evaluation (and some networking on the side!) No one knows the application process better than the individuals who have gone through it. We match you with alumni from your desired business school. Meet our Panel of Consultants. Let's discuss how to write admit winning essays for MBA applications Cheers! Neha Hadke Strategy Manager Testimonials Email: neha@mbaandbeyond.com Visit our website www.mbaandbeyond.com for more MBA resources.

Admissionado · Answer

@u1695:

It is true that isn't a lot of information to work with in terms of assessing your chances; however, T25-50 would seem appropriate with a 650.

The question about whether you should retake the GMAT comes down to two factors. Do you want to target a higher ranked program? Would (preparing for and) retaking the exam actually result in a higher score? You did really well on the Quant side, so you should focus on the Verbal side for your retake. Fortunately, the GMAT rewards balance so as you improve your Verbal side, your overall score will increase at a higher rate. However, if you have reached your effective ceiling, then it might not matter.

Are you applying now, as in R2/R3 of this year, or next year for 2024 matriculation? If you are applying now, then time does become a factor as there will be a tradeoff between preparing for the GMAT and putting together the application themselves.

In any event, feel free to share more information with us so we can advise further.

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