Hello,
I took the GMAT in June and scored a 710 (Q44, V44). Normally I would be fine with that score, although I have been scoring 720/730 on practice tests. I am, however, rather disappointed with the quantitative score. A score of 44 places me in the 68th percentile.
How detrimental is this low quant score to my overall application? My upper-end in practice tests was 47/48, but I think test-day nerves got to me on a handful of the quantitative questions.
I am aiming at the top-tier B-schools (LBS/Harvard/Stanford/Chicago) but probably will not be applying for another few years. I graduated from a top-20 university with a 3.75 GPA in economics. Currently working in finance at a leading global tech company.
I realize my quant score is on the low end, but perhaps I can devote additional effort to other areas of my application (work experience, recommendations, leadership) if they can somehow overshadow this low score? Also, I am hoping the admissions officers can see a my undergrad GPA and work experience in finance as a sign that I am reasonably competent in real-world numerical applications (most likely had a bit of an off day on the GMAT).
What advice would you give me? Should I accept the 710 and not risk a lower score, or re-take in an attempt to boost the math portion? Many thanks!
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Dear ds17,
A 710 is a great score, certainly nothing to be worried about in terms of your profile. While your raw quant score is not as high as you wanted, it is respectable. Your undergraduate transcript and professional experience will further demonstrate your quantitative aptitude. Since you have a few years before your applications, you could retake the GMAT to try to increase your score. Worst case scenario--you apply with the 710 (not to "worst"). However, I would not sacrifice other aspects of your application for a retake. Decisions are made holistically and the other application components need to be strong for you to have a shot at a top tier program.
Good luck,
Lisa
A 710 is a great score, certainly nothing to be worried about in terms of your profile. While your raw quant score is not as high as you wanted, it is respectable. Your undergraduate transcript and professional experience will further demonstrate your quantitative aptitude. Since you have a few years before your applications, you could retake the GMAT to try to increase your score. Worst case scenario--you apply with the 710 (not to "worst"). However, I would not sacrifice other aspects of your application for a retake. Decisions are made holistically and the other application components need to be strong for you to have a shot at a top tier program.
Good luck,
Lisa
