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Ideal time to take gmat [#permalink] New post   Updated on: 26 May 2017, 21:19
Is it a good idea to take GMAT sometime later in 2017 and then apply for the colleges 3 yrs later?? i have heard that there are some colleges that do not consider GMAT scores older than 2 years from the date of application

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Re: Ideal time to take gmat [#permalink] New post   05 Nov 2016, 05:10
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Is it a good idea to take GMAT sometime later in 2017 and then apply for the colleges 3 yrs later??


Why not? I think that if you already have GMAT score, you could focus more on choosing schools and earning exp. GMAT score will expire after 5 years, so you still have 2 years for preparing your application, or you could even retake the test for better score.
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Re: Ideal time to take gmat [#permalink] New post   05 Nov 2016, 11:56
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Hi abirdey1,

The GMAT is a remarkably consistent Exam, which is why scores are valid for 5 years (and those scores are comparable to one another over that time period). It would be strange for a School to publicly state that it would not accept a score that was more than 2 years old - so what was the exact "source" that told you this?

Broadly-speaking, you should plan to take the GMAT when you have the proper amount of study time available to commit to the process of training to take the Exam. Whether that's now or next year (or even later) depends on your situation.

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Re: Ideal time to take gmat [#permalink] New post   05 Nov 2016, 13:20
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abirdey1 wrote:
Is it a good idea to take GMAT sometime later in 2017 and then apply for the colleges 3 yrs later?? i have heard that there are some colleges who do not take GMAT scores older than 2 years from the date of application


Hi abirdey1,

There might be a few schools that have such a requirement, but they would for sure be a minuscule part of the whole lot. it would definitely be a good idea to go ahead and give the GMAT if you have time to prepare now.

You need to build the concepts/fundamentals before you jump in solving the problems. You can do so by choosing one of the following ways:
1. In person classes/private tutoring
2. Online classes
3. Self paced online preparatory course
4. Book heavy approach

Whatever you choose, make sure that you choose one. Because GMAT tests you on some concepts and fundamentals that you can learn from a course. Most of the preparatory companies including ours offer a free trial of our course. You can take the trial and see if the course suits your needs.

In addition to the preparatory material, buy the Official Guides(both the Official Guide and the Verbal Review), Question Pack 1 and the 4 official mock CATs. They should be an indispensable part of your preparation.

You need close to 3 months to prepare well for the GMAT.
1. Understand the concepts and fundamentals before jumping into problem solving
2. Solve full length CATs including AWA and IR. You can get two free GMAT Prep mock CATs and can purchase two more from mba.com
3. Make sure you solve the official questions from the Official Guide
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