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Hello,
I took the GMAT last year (05/30/2013) and scored 710 (Q48 V39).
I'm taking the GMAT again in a week. I have heard that b-schools accept the highest valid GMAT score but I wanted to confirm the same.
Could you please tell me whether a lower score on my second attempt will in anyway go against me or will the schools blindly consider my previous score?

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KaranG
Hello,
I took the GMAT last year (05/30/2013) and scored 710 (Q48 V39).
I'm taking the GMAT again in a week. I have heard that b-schools accept the highest valid GMAT score but I wanted to confirm the same.
Could you please tell me whether a lower score on my second attempt will in anyway go against me or will the schools blindly consider my previous score?

Thanks.
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The schools consider your highest score but they can see all the scores. The score can easily vary by 20-30 points even with the same ability due to various factors so a score of a few points lower than 710 will not have any impact. On the other hand, a 600 at this point might be frowned upon. The schools may still put in 710 in their systems and move on but a recent 600 might make them a little shifty.

But if you are better prepared than before, there is no reason why you shouldn't actually improve your score. The ability doesn't go away - it only gets better with practice. Be optimistic and give it your best!
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Thanks Karishma. I really appreciate it :)