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640 GMAT Competitive for top schools?

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by cees » Mon Jun 27, 2011 9:58 am
Hello - I am hearing mixed feedback from my managers (recent, top bschool alums) regarding my GMAT score and wanted your feedback. I am applying to GSB, Kellogg & Stern.

I scored 640 on my 2nd GMAT (huge improvement over previous): 92% in Verbal, 45% in Quant. I am not scoring any better on my practice exams and am concerned I won't improve in the 3rd take.

So, my question is whether I can work around this score with the rest of my profile, or, should I take the GMAT again?

1) 3.75 at top 20 liberal arts college, cum laude, honors/distinction, no quantitative courses
2) 4 years work experience at top tech/media company that recruits heavily out of top business schools.
3) my role at work has grown in scope & responsibility, currently managing large accounts & $MM in revenue. Quantitative analysis is a big part of my role.
4) strong EC in college and some philanthropy post college
5) great recommendations from senior leadership at my company
6) 26/Female

Should I spend more time studying for the GMAT or instead focus on crafting my application? I know my score is lower than the 80% at each of these programs, but I keep getting feedback that my profile (top tech company + female + liberal arts) can offset my scores.

Much appreciated.
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by Lisa Anderson » Mon Jun 27, 2011 11:30 am
Dear cees,

I think it is possible you could be admitted to GSB, Kellogg or Stern with your current profile if you have a great set of essays and recommendations plus a strong interview. The main concern will be your quantitative aptitude as the lack of quant coursework with the low quant score on the GMAT will be concerning. If you cannot provide convincing evidence you can handle the rigor of the program, then your applications will not be successful. While there are some interesting aspects to your profile, admissions committees are hesitant to admit applicants if there are reservations on quantitative aptitude. If you feel you cannot (or do not) improve your GMAT score, then you might consider other ways to demonstrate quantitative aptitude like building an alternative transcript of math classes.

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Lisa
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