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Hi,

Is there a recommended number of hours to prep for the GMAT. I was thinking of 180 hours. Too much? Too less? About right?...any thoughts/feedback welcome.

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this is very broad! each person is different and if you really want some feedback from some of the pros, then you have to post more information (target score, weak/strength areas, materials, etc. etc)
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Exactly, I know guys who don't have to study at all, take the test immediately and score 700+ and I know people who need to study for years before they are ready.
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check gmattutor.com - they have some good hour plans.. choose the one (or choose a modified one) that suits your needs and strengths/weaknesses
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Thanks for the reply; I am taking a diagnostic test this week and will post the scores.
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Guys I have a similar question. I just started preparing. I wrote GRE a few years ago. Will that help? All I am scared is of the AWA section.
Any suggestions ?

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I didn't think of it in terms of hours...try to spend a couple hours a night on 3-4 weeknights each week on practice questions, and do a full test each weekend, until you feel ready.
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Guys I have a similar question. I just started preparing. I wrote GRE a few years ago. Will that help? All I am scared is of the AWA section.
Any suggestions ?

Thanks in advacne,
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GMAT is a completely different beast when compared to the GRE.
BTW the AWA section is the easiest section on the entire GMAT test.
Follow chineseburned's AWA guide and you should be golden.
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There is no "fixed" time limit for your GMAT Prep . For some people 2-3 months is enough for a 700+ score . However , for some others it takes close to a year . It all depends on what your starting level is and what your target score is . Ideally you'd want to budget about 3-4 months for your gmat prep .
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Jimminy Jillickers Batman, this thread is from 2006.

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