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12 Jan 2021, 22:58
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Hi all,
I took the GMAT for the first time in June and scored a 680 (Q44/ V38). This was the lowest verbal score I've ever received on Verbal on a CAT and below what I was aiming for in Quant. In the course of my studies, I took 9 full-length CATS. 7 of them were from Princeton Review (averaging around 690 in score) and the final 2 I took in the week leading up the test were the GMAC Official Practice Tests 1 & 2 in which I scored 730 (Q48/V42) and 720 (Q46/V44). I was hoping these 700+ scores were a more accurate representation of my ability, but I was disappointed with my GMAT performance on test day and tabled a retake for a few months too long.
With new lockdown restrictions & rainy Seattle weather, it seems like there is no better time than the present for me to kick back into gear with the GMAT. I'm ready to spend the next 2-3 months working towards my goal 720+ score and would love any advice you could offer in terms of the best strategies and tools for tackling a second attempt at studying after 6 months away from the material.
My test prep in the spring consisted of a 27-hour Princeton Review online course, 20-25hr+ study weeks for 2.5 months (mainly focused on OG problems), and weekly full-length CATs. The PR course was really focused on squeezing in as many practice problems in in a short bit of time. Thinking I need to focus on quality over quantity instead...
Since I already paid more than I would have liked for the Princeton Review course the first time around, I'd love to tackle this second attempt at the GMAT free of charge (or for as cheap as possible!).
Key questions:
1. What are the best *free or low cost* prep materials out there for someone trying to get into the 720+ range?
2. What are the best *free or low cost* mock tests out there? (I do plan on purchasing the GMAC test packs as I know they are the most accurate, but will need several more)
3. After 7 months away from the material, what is the best way to jump back into it?
a. A mock test to reassess my diagnostic score?
b. Review conceptual material from my Princeton Review course in the spring?
c. Or start a new test prep program with a blank slate?
Thank you all in advance for your advice and recommendations on a study plan. I feel like I'm in a tough spot trying assess how much work I have ahead of me...hoping I remember some of the material from the spring, but not the heartache!
I took the GMAT for the first time in June and scored a 680 (Q44/ V38). This was the lowest verbal score I've ever received on Verbal on a CAT and below what I was aiming for in Quant. In the course of my studies, I took 9 full-length CATS. 7 of them were from Princeton Review (averaging around 690 in score) and the final 2 I took in the week leading up the test were the GMAC Official Practice Tests 1 & 2 in which I scored 730 (Q48/V42) and 720 (Q46/V44). I was hoping these 700+ scores were a more accurate representation of my ability, but I was disappointed with my GMAT performance on test day and tabled a retake for a few months too long.
With new lockdown restrictions & rainy Seattle weather, it seems like there is no better time than the present for me to kick back into gear with the GMAT. I'm ready to spend the next 2-3 months working towards my goal 720+ score and would love any advice you could offer in terms of the best strategies and tools for tackling a second attempt at studying after 6 months away from the material.
My test prep in the spring consisted of a 27-hour Princeton Review online course, 20-25hr+ study weeks for 2.5 months (mainly focused on OG problems), and weekly full-length CATs. The PR course was really focused on squeezing in as many practice problems in in a short bit of time. Thinking I need to focus on quality over quantity instead...
Since I already paid more than I would have liked for the Princeton Review course the first time around, I'd love to tackle this second attempt at the GMAT free of charge (or for as cheap as possible!).
Key questions:
1. What are the best *free or low cost* prep materials out there for someone trying to get into the 720+ range?
2. What are the best *free or low cost* mock tests out there? (I do plan on purchasing the GMAC test packs as I know they are the most accurate, but will need several more)
3. After 7 months away from the material, what is the best way to jump back into it?
a. A mock test to reassess my diagnostic score?
b. Review conceptual material from my Princeton Review course in the spring?
c. Or start a new test prep program with a blank slate?
Thank you all in advance for your advice and recommendations on a study plan. I feel like I'm in a tough spot trying assess how much work I have ahead of me...hoping I remember some of the material from the spring, but not the heartache!
13 Jan 2021, 02:33
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Hi studybuddy,
I understand that it can be quite challenging to get back to studies after a break. I had to go through the similar experience because of the covid lockdown. I had to keep up with my prep and start everything from scratch. I made a detailed debrief regarding the same. You can go through it to understand better.
Debrief of my journey from 570 to 680 to 720:
Hope it helped. All the best
13 Jan 2021, 18:50
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Hi @vamshikaith
Thanks so much for your advice and well wishes. It is always good to hear someone else has overcome this hurdle before! I'll take a look at your debrief now
Thanks so much for your advice and well wishes. It is always good to hear someone else has overcome this hurdle before! I'll take a look at your debrief now
