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Taking the test at age 22 to save for later? 06 Jun 2019, 19:29
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Hey!

I just graduated from undergrad a few weeks ago (tier 2 school) and am taking the test this month (hoping to lock down a 730).

I am entering a consulting firm in the fall and wanted to get the test done now in case I want to apply in a few years (company will pay)



Has anyone taken the test years early (college?) and then applied to MBA program later?

I would love to hear your story!
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Taking the test at age 22 to save for later? 07 Jun 2019, 07:48
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Hi maggieapples

I don't have the experience you are seeking, but I would like to share with you my opinion.

GMAT score represents what you are capable of, not what you are right now or the this month.
After getting 730 in GMAT, you will not maintain it for ever ... you will not maintain it even 3 months after the test.
Business schools know that. Also, the 5 years validity of GMAT is agreed upon by the GMAC as well as the business schools who acknowledge it and set it as a requirement for admission.

I don't think that a business school would see your early GMAT as a weakness. On the contrary, it may be an advantage for you because this move would mean that you have long term plans and that applying to MBA was not just an instantaneous decision, but a well planned objective.

You have a good opportunity, not available for everyone. good luck with it, hoping for you a stellar score.
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Taking the test at age 22 to save for later? 07 Jun 2019, 08:14
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I agree with what Mahmoudfawzy83 said. Go for it now, so you can get it out of the way. You will be happy you did by the time you are ready to apply. I wish someone told me this three years ago.

Best wishes!
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maggieapples
Hey!

I just graduated from undergrad a few weeks ago (tier 2 school) and am taking the test this month (hoping to lock down a 730).

I am entering a consulting firm in the fall and wanted to get the test done now in case I want to apply in a few years (company will pay)



Has anyone taken the test years early (college?) and then applied to MBA program later?

I would love to hear your story!
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Go for it now. If it goes well. That'd be great.
If it didn't, then it will only motivate you to work hard enough to do well next time.


ooh ...That'd be great too ;)

I don't know anyone per se; however in one of the webinar, there's this one guy who aced GMAT right after his grad and then couple of years later , he got into Kellog or Cornell perhaps. Even though the sweet spot is 3-5 yrs of work exp.. 2 yrs is also fine for most top US bschools.

For UK , they skew more towards higher work ex . Good luck :thumbup:
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Taking the test at age 22 to save for later? 07 Jun 2019, 09:34
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Hi maggieapples,

Welcome to gmatclub!


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Hi maggieapples,

I’ve personally worked with tons of students who have taken the GMAT either during their senior year of undergrad or right after. So, if you can lock in your 730 now, you’ll be sitting pretty when you plan to apply to schools within the next 5 years. I know I’ve responded to some other threads of yours, so if you have any further questions, feel free to reach out.

Good luck!

https://gmatclub.com/forum/gmac-online- ... 97472.html
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maggieapples,

As everyone before me said its a big advantage to get GMAT done as soon as possible.

The main reason to get GMAT early is with time the average percentile goes down , i have gone through post where Q49 was once more than 90th percentile and now its lesser than that.

The average GMAT percentile goes down with so many people starting to score more in GMAT.

In that perspective its better to do GMAT done early.

All the best for your exams.

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maggieapples
Hey!

I just graduated from undergrad a few weeks ago (tier 2 school) and am taking the test this month (hoping to lock down a 730).

I am entering a consulting firm in the fall and wanted to get the test done now in case I want to apply in a few years (company will pay)



Has anyone taken the test years early (college?) and then applied to MBA program later?

I would love to hear your story!
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Hi maggieapples

I think this link of the GC member will help you as an example

https://gmatclub.com/forum/sloan-vs-boo ... 97382.html
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