when to give GAMT

Question

Hi guys,

I wanted to know that which is the most suitable time (months) to give GMAT in order to apply for admissions to various schools...

thanks..

CriticalSquare · Answer

Hi there,

It really comes down to what round you want to apply to a school in. You really shouldn't begin the application process until you've tackled the GMAT. This is because the GMAT is a core component of your application and you need to know how that part shakes out before you can establish your strategy.

If you study for the next few months and take the GMAT by September, you could feasibly apply to schools for R2. R1 at this point isn't out of the question but this assumes you've been studying for a while already and could take it in August or so.

How far along are you?

Bhavik

bharat821 · Answer

hi bhavik

ya i was also thinking of giving gmat by september end, last week..or should i give it a little early?? ya i have already prepared the quant section.
i just have to complete my verbal section and writing section..
what do u say?

thanks a lot bhavik for your reply

CriticalSquare · Answer

Hi Bharat,

That's great - looks like you're doing well on the studying front! I would only say give it a little early if you feel ready. Now, my opinion would be to take it a few weeks early because if you're already studying now and plan on studying through July and August, then a few weeks extra in September will provide diminishing returns on the GMAT but those few weeks could make a big difference in your applications.

I'm happy to help - if you have any questions, don't hesitate!

Bhavik

CMcAboy · Answer

fyi - you misspelled GMAT in the subject. You said GAMT, but the proper spelling is GMAT.

Admissionado · Answer

Well dude, the most important thing is that you apply to B-school with the highest GMAT you can possibly get. So if you need more time, then take it, and if you can take it earlier then do that. Buuuut if you don't get what is near to your top score, you should probably retake, even if it means delaying your application by a whole year.

Hope this helps!

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