Is taking GMAT a third time really bad?

Question

Hi all, I want to know if taking a GMAT third time is really a bad decision, as I have heard that the schools generally donot consider 3 rd time applicants.I have a bad score (480 q 27,v 28) and without much time delay i took the GMAT in another 3 weeks and the score was worser( I had a bad day, as the Pen in the center was not working,both the pens that they gave, and I landed up doing verbal with no notes in my notebad) and not to my surprise I landed up in a terrible score.430(q 33,v 18).

I wanted to know if giving a GMAT a third with lots of preparation is a bad idea..Moreover,, I have an analytical score of 5.5 (%83) .But is that score ever useful to the application process?

Anyone pls advise.. I need some real bad help!!

I wanted to know if giving a GMAT a third with lots of preparation is a bad idea..Moreover,, I have an analytical score of 5.5 (%83) .But is that score ever useful to the application process?

Anyone pls advise.. I need some real bad help!!

suyashjhawar · Answer

i dont think its bad to give it a 3rd try...provided you work harder and achieve a better score.Infact you can show them the drastic improvement you made,but make sure you do well.I too did very bad in my first attempt.Was very depressed but will be giving again.Dont lose hope.Beleive in god!Most importantly believe in yourself.All the best.Happy Gmatting!!! :lol:

msday · Answer

Hello...I think if you think you can do much better than 480 (it seems like you believe you can), then you should absolutely take the GMAT a third time. I've never heard of schools looking down on 3-time GMAT takers. And unfortunately, the AWA doesn't matter that much. Hope this helps you. Make sure you practice for at least a month and keep an error log.

bsd_lover · Answer

Hi did you take the gmatprep tests before taking the real GMAT ? If not, I'd highly recommend taking these tests as they give an extremely accurate estimate of your final GMAT score. This way, you'll know what level you are at before attempting the GMAT again.

kidderek · Answer

Taking the GMAT a third time isn't bad; three times is about the limit. If you've taken the test twice, a third time is really no different. But looking at your short writeup, I think you were terribly under-prepared. Obviously, I don't know what score you want, but I can pretty much guarantee that you won't score higher than 550. You're blaming the marker and notepad, but in the end, you were probably not prepared.

If I were you, I would take some time, maybe about 2-4 months and really prepare yourself. Forcing yourself to take it a third time, a fourth time or even a tenth time isn't going to magically put you over the top.

marymayi · Answer

I agree with kidderek. It's definitely ok to take it a third time, but you need to properly prepare for it. Definitely give it at least 2-3 months and study strategy, do tons of verbal questions, and take at least 3-4 practice tests.

Since you had a problem at the test center on the second try, with the pen not working, I would report that to GMAC. You may be able to get the score canceled.

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