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Hi,

I took the GMAT FE earlier this year and scored 695 on my first attempt. I was thrilled with the result, but my significant other encouraged me to try again. I retook the exam and scored 655 (I know—I should have studied more, but honestly, I didn’t care as much and just wanted to make her happy).

Now, I’m applying to M7 schools, and they’re asking how many times I’ve taken the GMAT. I’m fine with sharing both scores, but I’m wondering if this will make me look bad. Is it similar to the SAT, where only the highest score matters, or do schools want to see all the scores, as GMAT FE only allows to show the scores that you shared?

Thanks a lot, and Happy Thanksgiving!
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Hi,

I took the GMAT FE earlier this year and scored 695 on my first attempt. I was thrilled with the result, but my significant other encouraged me to try again. I retook the exam and scored 655 (I know—I should have studied more, but honestly, I didn’t care as much and just wanted to make her happy).

Now, I’m applying to M7 schools, and they’re asking how many times I’ve taken the GMAT. I’m fine with sharing both scores, but I’m wondering if this will make me look bad. Is it similar to the SAT, where only the highest score matters, or do schools want to see all the scores, as GMAT FE only allows to show the scores that you shared?

Thanks a lot, and Happy Thanksgiving!
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Usually they only take your highest score into account but you can always confirm this from the admissions team.


Just simply ask in an info session - "Between both the scores I've submitted, which one will be considered"
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Hi,

I took the GMAT FE earlier this year and scored 695 on my first attempt. I was thrilled with the result, but my significant other encouraged me to try again. I retook the exam and scored 655 (I know—I should have studied more, but honestly, I didn’t care as much and just wanted to make her happy).

Now, I’m applying to M7 schools, and they’re asking how many times I’ve taken the GMAT. I’m fine with sharing both scores, but I’m wondering if this will make me look bad. Is it similar to the SAT, where only the highest score matters, or do schools want to see all the scores, as GMAT FE only allows to show the scores that you shared?

Thanks a lot, and Happy Thanksgiving!
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Hello Airitlis,

Hope this finds you well.

Schools always do consider your highest score (not sure but you must have cancelled your lower score, right?); however, if you are feeling doubtful still, you may check this with the Ad Com directly.

All the best!
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Airitlis
Hi,

I took the GMAT FE earlier this year and scored 695 on my first attempt. I was thrilled with the result, but my significant other encouraged me to try again. I retook the exam and scored 655 (I know—I should have studied more, but honestly, I didn’t care as much and just wanted to make her happy).

Now, I’m applying to M7 schools, and they’re asking how many times I’ve taken the GMAT. I’m fine with sharing both scores, but I’m wondering if this will make me look bad. Is it similar to the SAT, where only the highest score matters, or do schools want to see all the scores, as GMAT FE only allows to show the scores that you shared?

Thanks a lot, and Happy Thanksgiving!
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Hi Airitlis,

While it's generally recommended to report your highest score, the GMAT FE system allows you to choose which score to report to each school. You can strategically select the 695 score to submit to your target schools.

Addressing the Concern:

While it's understandable to be concerned about multiple attempts, most business schools understand that retaking the GMAT is common, especially if you believe you can improve your score. As long as you can provide a reasonable explanation for your decision to retake the exam (e.g., personal reasons, desire for a higher score), it shouldn't significantly impact your application.

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