lcarpenter
Hi, I'm hoping you would be able to help. I just took the real GMAT and scored 740 (V41, Q49, IR 8)
To be honest I'm a little upset as my last two official practice tests had been 760 (V35-36). I suppose the nerves must have gotten to me as I did feel like the verbal was difficult.
I'm aiming for Harvard. I'm a 28 year old female who has been working in a FTSE 100 company for 5 years in a tech role. I went to one of the best unis in the UK and have an equivalent of a 4.0
What would you do?
A retake is not necessary regardless of the school given the short timelines. This is already an excellent score and you risk a lower score upon retake. Scores can move in either direction.
The other main reason is that your application will be looked at as a whole. A good test score is only one part. Demographics also may count in the evaluation.
I would also encourage you to post your test experience from preparation to test day. Readers here would appreciate reading about your experience. Some may benefit. GL in your apps!
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