I just Beat The GMAT!

Dear freinds

Just appeared for GMAT, this was my first attempt for the test. I manged to scroe 640 (V27 Q49) although in Kaplan my average scores were around 670-680.
Well now the questions is:

1. Will I be eligible or stand any good chances in Top 30 US Schools. I have 3 years work ex as on date. Civil Engineer working in Delhi. If yes please let me know. If not US Canada is also an option.

2. I am planning to retake the exam in one months time. To improve my scores that shall be around Oct 15th. I need to know weather time will permit me to send through my applications with these scores as per Top US colleges in accordance with the deadlines. I need to take admissions in Sep 2011 Intake.

Please suggest as weather to go for retake or applications or both simultaneoulsy provided it finishes on time.

Reg

You certainly do have a shot at the Top 30, again it's about how well you can project yourself as an applicant. You need to demonstrate the need and also have a solid post-mba plan. I'm not sure about Canadian universities, but you'll definitely be able to make it to R2 for most of the US universities.

Re-taking is a very personal decision to make, if you think you can push your score close to the 700 range, then I guess it's worth a shot. You also need to analyze whether you'll have time to put in sufficient preparation to make the jump. If not, you could put this time to good use and craft a really solid application, and I'm sure you'll have a shot at a few good US programs.

Good luck!

Thanks Vivek
However would like to know what is the maximum time I can strech to retake GMAT so as to be in line for most no. of US30 B schools applications. Are the applications sent by Hard copies or soft copy works. I propose to take admissions in Sep 11. And which are the institutes I should apply with this score and profile.
Reg

i feel u can maximum target R2.
i think u need to talk to mba consultants who would evaluate ur profile in detail. also u can visit mba fairs where u can talk to admission committee of different schools