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Got it, thank you so much for your help and time!! definitely motivating to see that I don’t need some crazy score and wasn’t too far off from my goals :)

Still will go for a 705 though and see where I land
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3. Usually the score is not what will distinguish you at the top programs. Instead having a strong undergrad with competitive GPA which you have but also need a highly ranked undergrad. Then your work experience reinforces that elite pedigree so to speak and then your additional accomplishments above and beyond your peers is what sort of seals the deal.

Scores should be consistent but don’t need to be super high. For the top programs a high gym at score for domestic applicant is just a checkbox that you’re good academically you’ve put in your effort and you can do it. It’s a bit different for international students who may come from unknown institutions and so having a validation of a very high score especially in the hyper competitive environment from China or India is important

A high GMAT can still help you get a scholarship from places such as Ross or Stern or Fuqua for example or Yale or tuck.

If you’re looking for consulting goals, these programs are quite strong with their placements. I’ve heard a number of series about MBB‘s preferring elite school names but I’m not sure I see that proof on paper in the stats and in the employment reports
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Oh I don’t want to do consulting anymore, ideally IB?

So NYU+Columbia are my top at the moment, reach being wharton, HBS, sloan, etc
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Indeed but this process really it’s out when you desperate wanting your score to go up and stuck at the point... :upsidedown
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Oh I don’t want to do consulting anymore, ideally IB?
That’s fine as long as you can demonstrate that you can use your skills in the previous consulting experience in the new space and that you’re not completely clueless about investment banking and you’ve done your research. It is however always easier to apply with the same goal without making a pivot.

Are you planning to take your test in the next week? Or this week?

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Indeed but this process really draining, when you desperate wanting your score to go up and stuck at the point... :upsidedown
The higher you go, the more effort you have to put in exponentially. The first 10 points of improvement probably took you 10 minutes but the last 10 points of improvement could’ve taken you 10 days
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3 weeks from now, I just scored a 645 (mocks being 755, 685, 665)

755 had a few repeats, 685 and 665 were fresh mocks
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3 weeks from now, I just scored a 645 (mocks being 755, 685, 665)
Are you applying in round two or three or next fall?
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next fall! I have zero ECs so I need to start doing stuff there
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oh. That’s fantastic you have quite a bit of time. I was worried you were trying to cram this into the next week and also crank out applications. I was a little worried for a second 😂
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You should take the free gmat prep test to get your answer before making any decisions.
Will do it for sure soon, At E-gmat sigma mocks for all 5 mocks i got 505, 495, 495 505 505, was really demotivated by the score, then i gave one at gmat club, i thought i would get around 555 ot 565 but i was suprised with 625. Thats why i wanted to ensure which platform to trust.
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Yeah im in no rush, ideally I finish GMAT soon, start prepping the other portions of the application and give myself some break before starting school

Just scared that I’ll forget everything I’ve studied to date hence why i booked my exam for 3 weeks from now
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So for extracurriculars, it’s really to show the depth of your profile and to demonstrate that you’re not only working as a busy consultant but you actually have a lot more extra energy and time available so you’re pouring it into something else. It also shows that you are an active member of the community and you help others and you contribute and you’re just a nice person but this is more about why are you doing it or what you believe... but it doesn’t have to be anything amazing just something that you will be hopefully enjoying doing and feeling like you contributing. This can also be a hobby so not necessarily volunteering or it could even be a startup in case you have a startup idea and you’re working on it so it doesn’t have to be a homeless shelter or reading with under privileged kids. Those are good things but it’s more about your passion and bandwidth
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Its my dream to get Into top b school it’s dream but on other these my aspirations score 735 idk what going to happen
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Thanks @BB !! I’ll definitely consider that in mind going forward
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Just scared that I’ll forget everything I’ve studied to date hence why i booked my exam for 3 weeks from now
That’s a good call. Ha ha. Definitely possible to forget though I’ve seen people remember things a lot better than I would have expected retaking the test and still scoring fairly high three years later... but it really depends on individual I think so taking it sooner as a great move
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Hi there, I’m going to apply on February on the 2nd and somes 3th rounds to my master, right know I just did a 505 mock (first official one) but I’ve been studying for one and a half months. My method was completely wrong until like 3 weeks ago. Do you think until the 9/02 I have time to study for a competitive gmat for a chance in finance masters? My targets are St Galen, Escp, Edhec, Nova and Bocconi. Ps: I have my last 2 final college exames on 9/01 and 13/01. Thank you :)
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Will do it for sure soon, At E-gmat sigma mocks for all 5 mocks i got 505, 495, 495 505 505, was really demotivated by the score, then i gave one at gmat club, i thought i would get around 555 ot 565 but i was suprised with 625. Thats why i wanted to ensure which platform to trust.
For any critical checkpoints such as the first diagnostic or the last test before your exam or the test before you decide to book the exam, it’s always better to have a backup of their official gmat prep score.

Even that score can be optimistic. I’ve seen a number of score fluctuations especially on the paid test cause I feel they have a smaller bank of questions and thus it’s possible to hit certain combinations that will inflate your score but regardless of the technicalities, having the official score usually makes everyone feel a bit more comfortable and confident.
PS. Let’s hope e gmat is wrong 😂
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