2nd vs. 3rd round NYU with low GMAT scores

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Hi

I seek your advice.
I am applying to Stern for fall 2014. Undergraduate GPA is 3.4, Strong resume (3 years managerial level roles, entrepreneurial stuff and a lot of revenue brought into the firms I have worked for) and references. I am getting ready to apply for the round 2 Jan15th deadline. However, I just took the GMAT for the first time, and scored lower than I would like- 640. I know this is pretty far out of NYU's range. I am taking the test again in early Feb and am confident that I can score in the high 600's to low 700s with a month more of practice

My question- do I apply now in round 2 with low GMAT score? Or do I wait for round 3 with a higher GMAT score?

Thanks!

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by Heidi Granner » Thu Jan 16, 2014 10:21 am
Hi 99Problems... Sorry we weren't able to respond in time. We were busy with the final Round 2 application materials. Please feel free re-post if you have a follow-up question here.

Good luck!

P.S.: Great handle
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