AKKAMI- wrote:
Like, at what point do y'all think that any additional effort would yield an EV so low that any attempt to improve your score further would be an exercise in futility and/or an early sign of mental illness? How do you shake off the feeling that you *could* have done even better, had you not missed that one easy problem?
I believe that the inflection point where additional effort might yield diminishing returns comes at around a score of 750. Chasing after those few extra points beyond this can demand an exponentially higher amount of time and effort, with no guaranteed outcome. A score of 750 or above already places one in the top echelon of test-takers, making them incredibly competitive for the world's best business schools.
It's easy to get caught up in wanting that perfect score or beating ourselves up over tiny slip-ups. But there's something to be said for aiming high, while also giving a nod to the milestones we've hit. After all, a bit of self-love goes a long way.
Beyond the logic of high scores, there's another reason not to retake: if you've hit your target score for your dream schools, that's a win. Admissions go beyond scores; it's your story, passion, and experiences that truly matter.