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Updated on: 27 Jun 2023, 20:43
Originally posted by swallowsbreath on 24 May 2023, 21:25.
Last edited by swallowsbreath on 27 Jun 2023, 20:43, edited 4 times in total.
Last edited by swallowsbreath on 27 Jun 2023, 20:43, edited 4 times in total.
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Hi everyone, writing because I could use some advice.
Late last year I spent two weeks preparing for the GMAT before sitting for the exam. I scored 700 total, with a 39Q and 47V. Considering that the last time I had touched a math textbook was over ten years ago, in high school, I was pleasantly surprised by the result -- but several knowledgeable folks here told me that the low quant score would probably sink my application.
Yesterday I gave the test another go. Once again, my study schedule was two weeks. I thought I had improved significantly as a test-taker, but my overall score stayed exactly the same. I got a 700 total, with a 42Q and a 44V.
(I should also mention here that my verbal score declined partly because of a stupid mistake -- I forgot that during the online test you're supposed to use 4 minutes of your break to show the proctor your whiteboard, work area, and room. I clicked the "End Break" button too quickly and that inspection time had to be carved out of my verbal section. I ended up having to rush on a number of questions.)
So, I guess what I'm asking is -- well, is 42Q / 44V a balanced enough GMAT score to plausibly use for applications to top business schools? Or should I attempt the test again?
One additional consideration: I want to apply for the third wave of INSEAD admissions, for which the deadline is June 24th. I know the odds of a successful third wave pplication are slim, but I would like to try anyway. That significantly limits the window for another attempt. Unless I use the current score for INSEAD and then reattempt the test for first wave applications in September.
Late last year I spent two weeks preparing for the GMAT before sitting for the exam. I scored 700 total, with a 39Q and 47V. Considering that the last time I had touched a math textbook was over ten years ago, in high school, I was pleasantly surprised by the result -- but several knowledgeable folks here told me that the low quant score would probably sink my application.
Yesterday I gave the test another go. Once again, my study schedule was two weeks. I thought I had improved significantly as a test-taker, but my overall score stayed exactly the same. I got a 700 total, with a 42Q and a 44V.
(I should also mention here that my verbal score declined partly because of a stupid mistake -- I forgot that during the online test you're supposed to use 4 minutes of your break to show the proctor your whiteboard, work area, and room. I clicked the "End Break" button too quickly and that inspection time had to be carved out of my verbal section. I ended up having to rush on a number of questions.)
So, I guess what I'm asking is -- well, is 42Q / 44V a balanced enough GMAT score to plausibly use for applications to top business schools? Or should I attempt the test again?
One additional consideration: I want to apply for the third wave of INSEAD admissions, for which the deadline is June 24th. I know the odds of a successful third wave pplication are slim, but I would like to try anyway. That significantly limits the window for another attempt. Unless I use the current score for INSEAD and then reattempt the test for first wave applications in September.
24 May 2023, 21:33
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Hi and sorry about the scores being exactly the same. Awesome Verbal score by the way!!!
I would say that while the overall score of 700 is great, and is around average or just below, but applying late in the third round, you need all the help you can get.
I think the big question is what can you do in the next 30 days to improve your application the most? If your application is in a good shape and you just need to put some finishing touches here and there then retaking the GMAT may be a good option especially to avoid Any kind of discomfort or anxiety.
At the same time, if you still have to put a lot of work into the application and you will be splitting your time and having to sacrifice the quality of essays and applications, I feel you may be better off focusing on that…
PS. There are obviously many other factors at play including your GPA and the story you are writing in your application so if your GPA is on the lower side, then you need a higher score and also if you are a financial professional and you come with a very low Quant score, it creates questions….
Hope this kind of gives you a bit of a direction to take.
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I would say that while the overall score of 700 is great, and is around average or just below, but applying late in the third round, you need all the help you can get.
I think the big question is what can you do in the next 30 days to improve your application the most? If your application is in a good shape and you just need to put some finishing touches here and there then retaking the GMAT may be a good option especially to avoid Any kind of discomfort or anxiety.
At the same time, if you still have to put a lot of work into the application and you will be splitting your time and having to sacrifice the quality of essays and applications, I feel you may be better off focusing on that…
PS. There are obviously many other factors at play including your GPA and the story you are writing in your application so if your GPA is on the lower side, then you need a higher score and also if you are a financial professional and you come with a very low Quant score, it creates questions….
Hope this kind of gives you a bit of a direction to take.
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24 May 2023, 22:14
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Hi swallowsbreath.
From what I understand, INSEAD looks for GMAT Quant scores of at least 47 to confirm that applicants are ready to handle the quantitative aspect of INSEAD's fast-paced program.
If you application is strong in other aspects, Q45 might work, but it may not, and Q42 likely will not.
So, you probably need a higher Quant score for INSEAD, and Q42 is probably too low for other top schools as well.
June 24 is a month from now. So, if your application is mostly ready, you could do a significant amount of GMAT Quant preparation and retake before your deadline.
Two weeks of prep is many people's warmup. Four weeks of two hours a day on weekdays and 4 to 5 hours a day on weekends of preparation that includes practice tests could result in your getting a Quant score that will work.
If you can score V47 again, Q47 will put you at 740 - 750, which should work for any of your target schools.
For some tips on how to master GMAT Quant, see this post.
GMAT Quant Preparation: Top 10 Tips
From what I understand, INSEAD looks for GMAT Quant scores of at least 47 to confirm that applicants are ready to handle the quantitative aspect of INSEAD's fast-paced program.
If you application is strong in other aspects, Q45 might work, but it may not, and Q42 likely will not.
So, you probably need a higher Quant score for INSEAD, and Q42 is probably too low for other top schools as well.
June 24 is a month from now. So, if your application is mostly ready, you could do a significant amount of GMAT Quant preparation and retake before your deadline.
Two weeks of prep is many people's warmup. Four weeks of two hours a day on weekdays and 4 to 5 hours a day on weekends of preparation that includes practice tests could result in your getting a Quant score that will work.
If you can score V47 again, Q47 will put you at 740 - 750, which should work for any of your target schools.
For some tips on how to master GMAT Quant, see this post.
GMAT Quant Preparation: Top 10 Tips
