Regarding GMAT Scores

Question

Considering that I take GMAT for more than once, will the lower score be a letdown to the institutes? 
And can I resend the same score to the same institute, after getting rejected?

AjiteshArun · Answer

It depends to a certain extent on the number of attempts. On something like 2-3 attempts, I don't think most schools will be too worried about anything other than the highest score.

That said, remember that you can  cancel  any score that you don't want your target programs to see.

mangamma · Answer

Not at all... If you think that then cancel your score, no one will have access to check the score.

nigina93 · Answer

agreed with above posts, just cancel your score but remember that you can take the exam up to 8 times lifetime

ScottTargetTestPrep · Answer

Hi gona,

As already stated, if you score below your score goal when you take the GMAT, you can cancel the score. After all, you can reinstate the score if you need to use it at a later date.

Are you just beginning your GMAT prep? What is your score goal?

EMPOWERgmatRichC · Answer

Hi gona,

In general, Business Schools don't care if you retake the GMAT, but if your second Score is not better (in some way) than your first Score, then you might consider cancelling that second Score. Based on the question you're asking, have you taken the GMAT once or twice already? Before I can offer you any advice for your ongoing studies, it would help if you could provide a bit more information on how you've been studying and your goals:

Studies:
1) How long have you studied?
2) What study materials have you used so far?
3) How have you scored on EACH of your CATs (including the Quant and Verbal Scaled Scores for EACH)?
4) If you have already taken the Official GMAT, then how did you score (including the Quant and Verbal Scaled Scores)?

Goals:
5) What is your overall goal score?
6) When are you planning to apply to Business School?
7) What Schools are you planning to apply to?

GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich

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