GMAT Strategy

Build in an Occasional “Cheat Day” into Your GMAT Study Schedule

We generally suggest that GMAT students study for 10 hours during the week and 5+ hours on the weekend. If you follow that GMAT study plan, you should be studying for about 15+ hours per week. While in theory it should be straightforward to study for 15+ weekly hours, actually doing so is not always easy.

So, to keep yourself on track, create a study schedule and stick with it. You likely have a busy schedule, so you will need to be disciplined and creative with your study time. The key is to find a GMAT study schedule that works for you.

Also, reward yourself for consistent studying. Give yourself a cheat day occasionally by taking a day off from studying to do something fun and relaxing. Go to the movies, splurge on a spa day, or hang out with friends. Do something that will give your mind a rest from your GMAT prep.

Warmest regards,

Scott Woodbury-Stewart
Founder & CEO, Target Test Prep