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Choosing the Right GMAT Score for Optimal MBA ROI Seeking Guidance 25 Aug 2023, 02:14
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I've taken the GMAT twice and received two different scores. My first attempt yielded a score of 680, and my second attempt resulted in a higher score of 720. I'm aiming to apply to several top-tier MBA programs and I'm really concerned about making the right choice when it comes to sending in my GMAT score. Has anyone else been in a similar situation? What factors should I consider when making this decision?
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Andrea-Smith: what was your Quant/ Verbal split in the two attempts? Since the second attempt clearly has the higher score, what would be your concern in sending it to the schools?

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Andrea-Smith
I've taken the GMAT twice and received two different scores. My first attempt yielded a score of 680, and my second attempt resulted in a higher score of 720. I'm aiming to apply to several top-tier MBA programs and I'm really concerned about making the right choice when it comes to sending in my GMAT score. Has anyone else been in a similar situation? What factors should I consider when making this decision?
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Andrea-Smith

I advise applicants to consider GMAT scores in the quantitative and verbal sections individually. Admissions committees evaluate your performance along with that of your peers (from your population group) on a normal/bell curve. For example, a Q49+ score (>75th percentile) is considered borderline elite for overrepresented populations at top business schools. If your quantitative score meets or exceeds this threshold, the admissions committee is confident that you can handle the academically demanding curriculum.
Your verbal score is more likely to reflect your ability to participate in discussions in a truly diverse group at schools that place a high value on discussion-based pedagogy.

I have also had my applicants submit one official score and speak about the previous low score in the optional essay to show improvement or address late round applications (with a copy attached). In some cases, applicants had a better score on one of the sections in the old score therefore it helps to show both to the schools the best of your performances. Hope these ideas help you decide what works best for your case.

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