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Ok on GMAT, should I retake? 28 Apr 2012, 13:47
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Hello folks,

I just took the GMAT and got a 680. The score is pretty skewed (90%V,60%Q). Unfortunately I made the mistake of cramming through 2 practice exams and 6 additional hours of prep before my actual exam.

My practices are all over the place:
520
550
650 MGMAT
670 MGMAT
720 MGMAT
570 MGMAT
640

Any advice? I am considering one more attempt before the format change, but is it really worth it? Can I improve by 20-40 points within 1 month? I'm aiming for a top 10 school.

Thanks!
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Ok on GMAT, should I retake? 28 Apr 2012, 14:15
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your quant is extremely low. you should retake.
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I think I am very comfortable with verbal since I'm consistently getting 90%+, but the quant is making me cough blood. Is going from 60% quant to 75-85% quant possible in 30 days?
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Ok on GMAT, should I retake? 29 Apr 2012, 05:58
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It is very possible. There is a great scope of improvement in your quant score and 30 days can do wonders!
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Retake, your Quant is definitely on the lower side.. with a bit of effort, you could easily bump your GMAT score past 700.. Goodluck!
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Ok on GMAT, should I retake? 29 Apr 2012, 19:39
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680 is high already...very impressive. If you think that you can increase your score by 20 points and catapult into the 700 range, then by all means, retake the test. However, if it's going to take you considerably more study time, it may not be worth the effort. Keep in mind, that there is a chance that you may score lower on your second attempt.

Also, where do you stand with respect to other aspects of your application? If you have a high GPA, some work experience, & strong recommendations...you stand a greater chance - even with your current GMAT score. (FYI - I was able to get into a Top 7 EMBA program because of stronger aspects of my application...even with a mediocre GMAT score).
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You should retake . You can easily improve in quant and besides if you're weak in quant you might want to avoid the new test since the new section will require you to be good in quant

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