The good thing is that your practice test scores indicate that you have the skills needed to score in the 675-725 range. So, you likely just had a bad day. I suggest that you retake the GMAT.
From here, thoroughly analyze your practice tests and practice sessions to identify those weaknesses. Then, for each area of weakness:
- Carefully review all of the properties, formulas, techniques and strategies related to that topic
- Locate and answer dozens of questions that test that topic.
As you're answering practice questions, take as long as you need to fully understand the nuances of the question and identify at least one possible approach. For each question you answer incorrectly, ask yourself:
- Did I make a careless mistake?
- Did I incorrectly apply a related formula/property/technique?
- Did I fall for a trap answer? If so, what was the trap exactly?
- Was there a concept I did not understand in the question?
By carefully analyzing your mistakes, you will be able to fix your weaknesses efficiently and, in turn, improve your skills. This process has been proven to be effective for all topics.
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Hey everyone, I need some guidance. I took the GMAT Focus on the 17th of Feb 2025 and scored 625 (after studying for 3 months), much lower than expected. I had taken aprox 12-13 of the official mocks (some repeated) My last 4 mocks were 695, 715, 725, and 675 (these were repeated only 2 times so question repetition was very low. I think only 1 question in each mock was repeated), so I was aiming for 700+. This result has really shaken my confidence.I'm unsure whether to apply with this score, as I want scholarships for top B-schools (HEC, Columbia, NUS, INSEAD, ISB, SDA Bocconi, some Unis in Australia, etc.). I’m also confused about the scholarship process—do I only find out after admission? Can I decline if I don’t get a scholarship?I’m considering a retake in a month but fear scoring similarly. Any advice on whether to apply to UNIs now or retake? I dont understand if there is a point in sending my current scores if there are less chances in getting a scholarship. Would really appreciate your help!PS: My final score breakdown:- Quant: 82 (76th percentile)
- Verbal: 79 (48th percentile)
- Data Insights: 82 (93rd percentile)
My DI & Quant were strong, but Verbal was my weak point, though I improved in mocks (90+ percentile in the last 4), yet scored poorly in VR and QR in the actual GMAT.Also wanted to know...should I apply via my current score too? is there any chance of admissions in colleges? I am an Indian with 2 years of workex in a startup (founders' office)...Good acads