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Should I retake GMAT focus? 02 May 2024, 13:08
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I just took the GMAT focus this morning and scored 645 (89th percentile, converts to 700 on normal GMAT). I’ve consistently been scoring in the 93-97th percentile range and I’m debating retaking the test. I had a 3.97 GPA in undergrad but I majored in music so not sure if they will dismiss this. My goal is UCLA part-time MBA. Their average is 710 - do you think I should retake the test?

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Since there is still time for R1 submissions, you should retake GMAT and improve the score.

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I just took the GMAT focus this morning and scored 645 (89th percentile, converts to 700 on normal GMAT). I’ve consistently been scoring in the 93-97th percentile range and I’m debating retaking the test. I had a 3.97 GPA in undergrad but I majored in music so not sure if they will dismiss this. My goal is UCLA part-time MBA. Their average is 710 - do you think I should retake the test?

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­@sibarnard If you believe you have the potential to surpass the 90th percentile mark, go for the retake. If your scores are hovering around the school average and you're not competing in a highly competitive applicant pool, assess your sectional scores.

For South Asian and Chinese Applicants: A quant percentile score below 85 may raise concerns about quantitative abilities, while verbal percentiles in the 60s-70s range could cast doubts on effective communication, especially in class and with international peers.

For native English-speakers: Conversely, a low verbal percentile may be a cause for concern. It's also important to consider the general preference of admissions committees for quantitatively focused profiles

 

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If you feel you are from an overrepresented group of applicants (professionally, ethnically or both), then being a good 20 - 30 points above average will help. If you are underrepresented (which you would be if you are a musician, professionally), then you r current score is ok.

All said, you have a lot of time for the application deadlines - so why not just give it a shot to see if you can improve by any amount?  If you get a good enough improvement, you may want to shoot for Haas as well?

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I just took the GMAT focus this morning and scored 645 (89th percentile, converts to 700 on normal GMAT). I’ve consistently been scoring in the 93-97th percentile range and I’m debating retaking the test. I had a 3.97 GPA in undergrad but I majored in music so not sure if they will dismiss this. My goal is UCLA part-time MBA. Their average is 710 - do you think I should retake the test?

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