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07 Aug 2017, 08:31
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I am scheduled to take the GMAT in two weeks (August 19) and I am nowhere near prepared. So my question is if y'all think it is a good idea for me to reschedule my GMAT. I am only wanting to take it once since I am paying for all this on my own. If I need to take it again I will but I am trying to see if I can make the first one count. Paying $50 to reschedule in the hopes I'll do better is worth it for me if I don't have to shell out the $250 again. My plan was to spend the whole summer getting ready and following a two month study plan. However I was taking classes and working throughout the summer and did not devote nearly enough time to it (this is not an excuse by the way, I know many people still manage to study and work full time). For perspective I only made it to day 14 of my study plan in the span of the entire summer. I realize I did a lot wrong and didn't devote nearly enough time to studying/preparing. I just seem to get very frustrated trying to reteach myself math I learned in high school/freshman year of college.
So here's what I've been doing/how I've been doing:
I am working with the Official GMAT Review 2017 books and have been following the Beat the GMAT 2 month study plan (not sure if I should talk about a competing website on here but I hope it's okay). I have also been watching some of the GMAT Club videos over the quantitative section (just the ones that are free).
I have only taken one practice test from the GMAT prep app (only made a 490) and the diagnostic test from the OG Review 2017 book. My goal is to get above a 680.
Here is where I am conflicted about rescheduling:
1. I start classes on August 21 for my last semester. I'm only in 15 hours which is what I've taken every semester and haven't had a problem with. My concern is if I schedule my test for during the semester (I am thinking September 16) I will end up getting very busy with school and not devote the time I need to for the GMAT.
2. I am applying to three schools, one of which is University of Texas for their MPA program. It is a very competitive program and one that has a rolling admissions process, so the earlier I apply, the better chance I have of getting in/getting scholarships. I am wondering if the middle of September is too late to take the GMAT if I am trying to get my applications in by October/if I am giving myself enough time if I need to take the GMAT again (which I am hoping I don't have to do).
Please be brutally honest with me. I know my goal score and my practice test score are worlds apart and I clearly need some more prep so I am hoping one of y'all can offer some advice on what to do!
Thanks in advance!
So here's what I've been doing/how I've been doing:
I am working with the Official GMAT Review 2017 books and have been following the Beat the GMAT 2 month study plan (not sure if I should talk about a competing website on here but I hope it's okay). I have also been watching some of the GMAT Club videos over the quantitative section (just the ones that are free).
I have only taken one practice test from the GMAT prep app (only made a 490) and the diagnostic test from the OG Review 2017 book. My goal is to get above a 680.
Here is where I am conflicted about rescheduling:
1. I start classes on August 21 for my last semester. I'm only in 15 hours which is what I've taken every semester and haven't had a problem with. My concern is if I schedule my test for during the semester (I am thinking September 16) I will end up getting very busy with school and not devote the time I need to for the GMAT.
2. I am applying to three schools, one of which is University of Texas for their MPA program. It is a very competitive program and one that has a rolling admissions process, so the earlier I apply, the better chance I have of getting in/getting scholarships. I am wondering if the middle of September is too late to take the GMAT if I am trying to get my applications in by October/if I am giving myself enough time if I need to take the GMAT again (which I am hoping I don't have to do).
Please be brutally honest with me. I know my goal score and my practice test score are worlds apart and I clearly need some more prep so I am hoping one of y'all can offer some advice on what to do!
Thanks in advance!
07 Aug 2017, 10:48
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jmn012
Hi
I Suggest you to schedule. It is better to attack GMAT with full strength
07 Aug 2017, 11:58
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Hi jmn012,
How long ago did you take that practice CAT (the 490)? I ask because raising that score to a 680+ will take some serious effort - and you'll have to make significant improvements to how you handle BOTH the Quant and Verbal sections. All of that work will likely take at least another 3 months of consistent, guided study. Given your current timeline, it will almost certainly be best for you to push back your Test Date.
If it's been more than 2 weeks since you took that CAT, then I suggest that you take a new CAT soon and make sure to make it as realistic as possible (so take the FULL CAT - with the Essay and IR sections, take it away from your home, at the same time of day as when you think you'll take the Official GMAT, etc.). Once you have that score, you should report back and we can discuss how best to proceed.
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
How long ago did you take that practice CAT (the 490)? I ask because raising that score to a 680+ will take some serious effort - and you'll have to make significant improvements to how you handle BOTH the Quant and Verbal sections. All of that work will likely take at least another 3 months of consistent, guided study. Given your current timeline, it will almost certainly be best for you to push back your Test Date.
If it's been more than 2 weeks since you took that CAT, then I suggest that you take a new CAT soon and make sure to make it as realistic as possible (so take the FULL CAT - with the Essay and IR sections, take it away from your home, at the same time of day as when you think you'll take the Official GMAT, etc.). Once you have that score, you should report back and we can discuss how best to proceed.
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
