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Took GMAT - Scored 380 [#permalink] New post   22 Jul 2010, 18:29
Hi Everyone,

I took an official GMAT exam and got a 380 - I actually was EXTREMELY shocked but not so socked at the same time. I am terrible at math and didn't really know the structure of the test. I literally started clicking away!

I'm planning on taking the exam again and getting a higher score (it's possible - def can't get worse) so- this is now on my score transcript - how does this affect my applications into schools? I know schools take the higher score, but do they frown on the "death" score?
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Re: Took GMAT - Scored 380 [#permalink] New post   22 Jul 2010, 19:45
I don't recall any of the schools I applied to (six of them) asking for all GMAT scores. I wouldn't worry about it.

(But I only took it once)
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Re: Took GMAT - Scored 380 [#permalink] New post   22 Jul 2010, 20:13
schools get all the scores automatically even though you only report your highest score. however, as long as you can show that you've improved, then they shouldnt hold your lowest scores against you.

you mentioned that you didnt know the structure of the test. try to prepare a little better so you dont have to take it again after your 2nd time
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Re: Took GMAT - Scored 380 [#permalink] New post   22 Jul 2010, 20:46
I hope I can show a really good improvement! Before I start my studies - is it worth it to take a Diagnostic? it seems that I need help all around so I should just dig in, right?
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Re: Took GMAT - Scored 380 [#permalink] New post   22 Jul 2010, 20:56
check this thread out: everything-you-need-to-prepare-for-the-gmat-revised-77983.html

it's a good starting point for your preparation.
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Re: Took GMAT - Scored 380 [#permalink] New post   23 Jul 2010, 08:23
What does that come to, the 10th percentile? I'd frame it and start studying for the GRE instead. A lot of business schools will take the GRE instead of the GMAT, and then you will never have to explain or justify the 380.
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