I need advise on GMAT score report

Question

I plan to take the GMAT in May 2025 but will apply for programs starting in Winter 2026. The GMAT website states that registration includes the option to send Official Score Reports to up to five programs for free within 48 hours. After this period, additional score reports require a fee. What should I do?

Rish94S · Answer

I dont think sending score 1 year before matters, they wil only consider it once you apply

oryx · Answer

Can't the universities where I sent the score report view them if I send it so early? The main reason I am giving the GMAT rn is that I have sufficient time and just want to get done with it. I plan to work in a company for a year and them pursue MBA or MIM.

Rish94S

I dont think sending score 1 year before matters, they wil only consider it once you apply

yc168 · Answer

They need to review your score along with your other application materials.

BelronMajes · Answer

You should make use of the 5 free reports. Schools will store your scores, and match them with your application when you apply later even if it is in a later year (within the 5-year validity).

AjiteshArun · Answer

Hi oryx,

As the others have mentioned, you can go ahead and send your score to your target schools. After that, they'll be able to access your score report for as long as it's valid (5 years).

bb · Answer

Hi. They will be able to look up those scores a year later or a few years later. 
The score is basically "accessible" to the programs and they see you sent it. Some may send you marketing materials encouraging you to apply. Others will just ignore it until it is time to review your application.

oryx · Answer

Thank you all for helping me out.

ScottTargetTestPrep · Answer

Hi oryx,

As many have said, you have nothing to lose by sending out your scores at no cost. Of course, if you don't hit your score goal and plan to retake it, there is no need to send your scores; otherwise, send them out.

oryx · Answer

Even if I plan to retake the GMAT, would it do any harm if I send the score report of my first attempt?

bb · Answer

I think this may be a question the best answered when you have that score. 😇

For example, if you score below the average of your target schools, what would be the purpose of sending your score?

I mean if it’s slightly below, you can send it because other qualities of your profile can make up the difference such a strong work experience or leadership skills or strong undergraduate track record but if you are meaningful below the average, if all you’re trying to do is save 35 bucks, that’s doubtful savings and I have seen very circumstantial and indirect evidence that low scores do seem to have impact if instead of getting a higher score on the GMAT, you end up sending in the GRE. (in this case, the school would be evaluating you would have to record both scores and they would be taking a hit with your low GMAT even if you got a very high GRE)

But I would say again is that first get a score and then you actually get about five days to make a decision maybe even six I would focus on getting a good score 1st. Don’t worry about circumstantial detail details.

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