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Verified GMAT Classic score:
770 Q51 V44 (Online)
So as the title suggests, yesterday I scored a 770 overall (51 Quant and 44 Verbal) after prepping for 120 hours. I started prepping last October (pretty late for B School applications) and went on reddit to see what resources successful people had used. I saw several posts of scores in the 760-790 range from people using Target Test Prep, and thought “good enough for me”.
I started and quickly learned an essential truth: knowing the material isn’t enough. Everyone on this site is smart enough that, given 10 minutes per question, you could probably solve the problem. You have 2 minutes instead, 30 questions in a row. You need to have strategies for each of these questions. You need to drill these questions and your weak areas consistently. I’m convinced that I wouldn’t have scored anywhere nearly as well with a live course or a book, because where TTP really worked best was the strategy guides for specific problems and the additional bells and whistles to ingrain the strategy into your head.
When you first start, the site will auto generate a calendar with “To Dos” based off your preferences. I didn’t always follow this calendar, but it was really helpful to have a baseline of “this is where I should be at right now” or “I need this many tasks done today (even if they’re not the recommended tasks)”. After most individual lessons (about a page) there is a mini 3-8 question comprehension quiz to test how well you really get what you’re reading as well as a couple sample questions. The best part about these questions is right away you get the answer and detailed explanations for each choice. I don’t have to flip to the back of the book every single time like I did with my ACT study guide, and I don’t have to listen to a lecturer waste my time explaining why a certain choice was wrong when it was obvious to me. 120 hours of active study time is a lot, and staying engaged during that time is important. There’s no question I was maximizing the amount of learning I was doing in my limited time.
The custom test generator was one of the best features for me. You can make custom exams of any length, with any combination of chapter material in difficulty. If I wanted to drill hard Geometry questions and easy + medium Parallelism questions, I could do that. There is a LOT more, but those were the features I found myself appreciating the most. Features like error trackers and flash cards I probably would have used more but honestly I got a score I was happy with a lot sooner than I was expecting.
3 days ago I took my only practice exam and scored a 770 (50 Quant, 45 Verbal), took a last minute tutoring session on Quantitative through TTP, and scored a 770 on the official exam yesterday. The tutoring session was particularly helpful because the practice tests don’t give an answer breakdown like TTP does, and my tutor quickly got me up to speed on the questions I missed. He also had similar questions on deck to solidify my understanding of those types of problems.
I can’t imagine doing another course, book, class, etc. and achieving better results, especially in that amount of time. I highly recommend Target Test Prep, and you can try it out for $1 to see if that format is right for you.
I was not paid to write this, I’m just very satisfied with my experience and results and was encouraged to post about my experience here.
Strengths:
Extensive material that covers almost all possible topics. Great explanations.
Would make the product better:
The time allocate for quant tests + review in the study plan is often unrealistic in my opinion. It often took me double the time, messing up the schedule.
This course is really solid and worth the money. It covers a ton of topics with plenty of materials. The explanations are clear and make things easy to understand. Further, it covers a lot of great tips and tricks, meaning that you won't need any other materials (except for official mock exams) to study for your GMAT. The tool allows you to pick a score range you want to achieve and the automatically created schedule is contains everything you need to know. It's a good deal if you're looking for a course that's informative without being over-the-top.
I can definitely recommend it!
Strengths:
The practice problem sets allowed me to test and retest my weak areas and improve them.
Each lesson is so detailed that I felt confident at the end of lessons for previously weak areas.
Tailoring the study plan to my needs was very easy. I never felt like I wasted a moment.
When I started preparing for the GMAT, I felt comfortable using the official guides. However, after taking my first test it was clear that there was room for improvement, as I was about 100 points below my target range. I especially lacked in the quantitative section.
I happened upon Target Test Prep while doing some research on the internet. Other people spoke favorably of it; so I thought I would give it a try. Almost immediately, it was clear why TTP was so well-received by others. The study plan was clear and straightforward, and was tailored to goals that I inputted upon signing up.
Each section of the study plan has extensive information and tips on how to approach each subject. If you study each lesson carefully, it is impossible to not improve.
What I found particularly helpful were the practice/chapter tests and the ability to make your own customized problem sets. The standard practice tests at the end of each section were a great way to apply what I gained from the lessons. Towards the end of my time preparing for the GMAT, making customized problem sets that included only my weak topics was incredibly effective in refining my approach.
Without TTP, my score of 720 does not happen. I could not recommend their services more strongly!
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Strengths:
Generally, the couse was really well stuructured, they give you tons of questions to practice on quant, although untill the time you begin to reach the end of the course you begin to forget the things you have taught for, and that`s because of the massivness of the course probably i guess.
Would make the product better:
Client orientation and more verbal tests, they lack so much on verbal. You cover one topic on quant, course gives you 300 questions to solve, you cover one topic in verbal, they give you 20 question to practice on.
So guys, all in all, i must say first time i did Gmat i only got 540, but after the course managed to get 620! But the thing is that before you purchase the course they promise you to return your money if you don`t get at least 110 point increase , which i clearly didn`t manage to do, but anyway got no return. Must say the cash return guarantee works only if you finish 100% of the course, and i finished 90% only as they say, but the 10% was just recommendations and Ir and AWa parts, which couldn`t just impact my score, which means i have finished their course,but anyway that was their reason(
The most horrible thing about the course is that they have 0 client orientation. I said them i don`t pretned for the return , though i practically finished 100% of the course , its so called learning phase with all the tests on Verbal and Quant. All i wanted from them was that they would give me some sort of discount, cause i hoped they would support their students, who spent 600$ on the course, for which i got rejection. I know that eGmat for example just gives their course for several months for free for students who trusted them and still couldn`t get promised by them score, however the same policy doesnt work at TTP, they give no interest on the people who trusted them and its sad.
So, my recommendation guys, if you are stuck between eGmat and TTP, don`t you even think twice, eGmat will support you as opposed to TTP, which doesnt even keep its promise(score guarantee)
So guys, i realize that my claims about TTP nit giving me discount may sound for some of you brazenly, cause technically they are right and i am just crying, and so it be, but the undisputable fact is that, if you hope to get 110 point increase by finishing TTP, that`t not guaranteed as well as their money return promises.
Strengths:
verbal section (especially SC)
Would make the product better:
quant tests.
No brainer for verbal section, especially SC , which i struggled with the most. Helped me get those last 20-30 points to break into 700s within a month. Anyone who has exhausted all study resources and are unable to get those last few points should strongly consider TTP. Their youtube channel and videos on Gmat club channel are just as helpful. I was skeptical at first given the buzz and marketing around TTP. But the 1$ trial was enough for me to gauge that it was perfect for me and my study habits. Kudos to scott and the team for making GMAT prep easy and fun !
Strengths:
The strengths of this course are simple and easy-to-understand material which is followed by different levels of practice problems to reinforce the concept learned and Explanatory videos that help in understanding the solution to the problems.
Would make the product better:
The course is perfect and complete.
This course is a complete package. It helped me improvise and reinforce my weaker area in GMAT which is SC section. The course is perfect as it contains not only simple and Easy-to-understand read through material but also followed by the practice problems and explanatory videos. It is for anyone trying to prepare to give their best in the GMAT exam.
The customs tests as well as the Summary sheets for Quants and Idioms played a major role in helping me increase my scores.
Through doing this course, I only felt that I would have been much happier had I found this course much earlier. I would surely recommend this TTP course to anyone and atleast start with the trial 5-Day period to see it for yourself how this course works magic.
In your GMAT journey, May the Course be with you!
I scored a 720 (Q48 V41) when I first did their quantitative program and then went on to score a 760 (Q48 V48) when I completed their verbal program. TTP is the most comprehensive, effective and accessible GMAT test prep program that a candidate needs to achieve a +700 score.
The study plan is well-structured and intuitive, covering all the sections of the GMAT in a coherent way. I barely needed to use the chat option to talk to their experts, who were very supportive and encouraging, as the course material and explanations to practice questions were very clear and thorough. The program also provides invaluable advice on how to improve test-taking strategies and time management skills in its strategy sections.
I highly recommend TTP to anyone who is serious about improving their GMAT score.
Strengths:
- Incredibly adaptable to fit any need.
- Ease of use.
- Ability to create a randomized test.
- Video explanations.
Would make the product better:
- Improvement on some of the verbal concepts, specifically sentence correction.
Target Test Prep is a GMAT study resource that proved to be an invaluable asset in my journey to achieve a remarkable 740 on the GMAT. The comprehensive and meticulously structured content, coupled with its adaptive learning platform, enabled me to master the intricacies of the GMAT with unparalleled precision. The crystal-clear explanations and challenging practice questions not only sharpened my quantitative and verbal skills but also boosted my test-taking confidence. Target Test Prep's focused approach to GMAT preparation undoubtedly played a pivotal role in my success, making it an indispensable resource for anyone aiming to excel on this challenging exam.
Strengths:
The Quantitative section in TTP boasts high-quality questions that surpass even the Official Guide in terms of framing and clarity.
Would make the product better:
A more streamlined and video-based course for the verbal section could offer an improvement over the current extensive courses. Models like the GMAT Ninja course or Ron Purewal's videos provide a more concise and focused approach to verbal preparation, which may be preferable for learners seeking a more compact and targeted learning experience.
Exclusively relying on TTP for GMAT Quant is a dependable strategy. TTP liberates you from the headaches of Quant preparation. by completing its chapters, you can confidently move forward without the need for additional resources, streamlining your study process and allowing for a more focused and efficient learning experience. TTP's Quants approach involves tackling each concept from various perspectives, effectively enhancing understanding and confidence in the subject matter. TTP stands out with its extensive question bank, offering twice the volume of questions compared to its competitors.
While I haven't personally explored the Critical Reasoning portion, I've heard commendable feedback about its effectiveness.
Strengths:
Best material for quant. Prior to signing up for TTP, I hadn't done long division by hand in well over a decade and I was always weak in subjects like probability and combinations. But moreso than that, the GMAT exam is a logic test rather than an aptitude test. This means that in order to succeed, you need to know how to solve problems efficiently in addition to correctly. TTP was great for that and helped me in an area that I needed to be a lot better at - time management.
Would make the product better:
TTP Verbal is a bit lengthy. Although being comprehensive certainly isn't a bad thing, the level of detail that TTP provided was probably more than necessary for a solid Verbal score. I ended up complementing my studies with free resources like GMATNinja Youtube because I was having trouble retaining the level of detail TTP provided. Still - it was an amazing resource and very appropriate for those looking to score in the 90th + percentile.
Overall an amazing product with incredible support and well-suited for those who are self studiers rather than classroom learners. The product exceeded my expectations and would definitely re-enroll if I had to go back and do it all over again. The instructors are all very responsive in the case that you have questions or comments. The flexible payment plan made it so that I was able to pay for exactly how much I used their service. For those that prefer structure, they had study plans and progress bars that made your hard work readily viewable and you could accurately plan each part of your GMAT journey (from learning the lectures, practice mocks, test day).
