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12 Jul 2010, 20:59
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I just finished my GMAT retake and was happy/relieved/overjoyed to see a 670 (Q44, V38) on the screen at the end. This marked a 50 point improvement from my effort nearly two months prior.
Now, a question for you gurus.
My target schools predominantly have avg accepted GMAT scores of 610-620. These are mostly tier-2 Canadian Bschools. Although my GPA, WE, etc aren't laughably weak they are WELL short of being overwhelming to an adcom.
My goal was 700+ not only out of personal challenge, but also because I figured if I scored that high relative to the avg scores of my target schools that they would be willing to overlook some of my weaker areas. In essence, they may be sort of 'wowed' with my GMAT score and willing to let it overshadow other, weaker, elements of my application. Now, I will absolutely put in 100% effort on my essays & recs and will be applying early to all my schools....BUT... do you guys think it'll be worth a retake at this point or will a 670 be sufficient to achieve the slack I need to cover my weaker areas of the app?
I'm also concerned about rewriting in case I score lower somehow and spook adcoms with a downtrend and that, while they may say they are only intertested in the highest score, this scenario may negate my previous (higher) score.
Any thoughts here fellas?
Now, a question for you gurus.
My target schools predominantly have avg accepted GMAT scores of 610-620. These are mostly tier-2 Canadian Bschools. Although my GPA, WE, etc aren't laughably weak they are WELL short of being overwhelming to an adcom.
My goal was 700+ not only out of personal challenge, but also because I figured if I scored that high relative to the avg scores of my target schools that they would be willing to overlook some of my weaker areas. In essence, they may be sort of 'wowed' with my GMAT score and willing to let it overshadow other, weaker, elements of my application. Now, I will absolutely put in 100% effort on my essays & recs and will be applying early to all my schools....BUT... do you guys think it'll be worth a retake at this point or will a 670 be sufficient to achieve the slack I need to cover my weaker areas of the app?
I'm also concerned about rewriting in case I score lower somehow and spook adcoms with a downtrend and that, while they may say they are only intertested in the highest score, this scenario may negate my previous (higher) score.
Any thoughts here fellas?
13 Jul 2010, 15:53
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in my opinion, you're well above the average of the schools that you're targeting, your GMAT score should already be fine. I don't think it'll make much of a difference between your 670 and a 700. I think with a 670, the adcom is going to be more forgiving on the GPA itself. In addition, admission committee is composed of people, just like you and me. Everyone's somewhat biased toward something. If an adcom doesn't like your GPA, he or she will not like your GPA no matter what other part of your application says. At any rate, I believe a 670 should be sufficient enough for the schools you're targeting. Instead of focusing on another retake, I'd focus more on the applications.
13 Jul 2010, 16:06
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First is this thread of course that you know 
should-i-retake-gmat-thread-retaking-gmat-strategies-83339.html
Second, I would talk to the adcoms - they are surprisingly approachable in my experience. If you are around, I would stop by. If not, send an email (i am not a big fan of calling), and tell that you feel 670 is a good score but not accurate of your representation and if there is value to retake - perhaps they can tell you a bit more about scholarship/fellowship opportunities/etc. I am not sure if Bschool is free in Canada but a free ride is nice. You are already attractive to them, so you may be good at this point (of course we don't know all the weaknesses you are referring to; they can be explained, positioned, etc.). Your gmat will get you in the door; your essays will decided if you will stay
should-i-retake-gmat-thread-retaking-gmat-strategies-83339.html
Second, I would talk to the adcoms - they are surprisingly approachable in my experience. If you are around, I would stop by. If not, send an email (i am not a big fan of calling), and tell that you feel 670 is a good score but not accurate of your representation and if there is value to retake - perhaps they can tell you a bit more about scholarship/fellowship opportunities/etc. I am not sure if Bschool is free in Canada but a free ride is nice. You are already attractive to them, so you may be good at this point (of course we don't know all the weaknesses you are referring to; they can be explained, positioned, etc.). Your gmat will get you in the door; your essays will decided if you will stay
