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I have taken the GMAT 3 times with a maximum of 660(Q48,V34). I am planning to apply in some top 30-50 US B-schools where i should be around 700 range inorder to stand a pretty good chance as i am an Indian IT Male.So should i retake a 4th time? Or should i proceed with my current score? I feel i have it in me to score a 700.Please let me know your thoughts

Don't buy into the prevailing attitude that you must have a 7-handle to stand out. Even if you got a 700+ GMAT, there are still many in your "category" with whom you will compete. The key is standing out. With your GMAT score, you have proven that you are smart and can handle the rigor of a top 50 MBA program. Now you must turn your focus to the application where you will need to distinguish yourself in other ways. Well written essays and a clearly articulated and sensible vision for your future can help win over an admissions committee. Demonstrate your worthiness with persuasive writing and you will get in. Good luck. Oh, and have at least two others look over your essays, preferrably someone with b-school experience.

Don't buy into the prevailing attitude that you must have a 7-handle to stand out. Even if you got a 700+ GMAT, there are still many in your "category" with whom you will compete. The key is standing out. With your GMAT score, you have proven that you are smart and can handle the rigor of a top 50 MBA program. Now you must turn your focus to the application where you will need to distinguish yourself in other ways. Well written essays and a clearly articulated and sensible vision for your future can help win over an admissions committee. Demonstrate your worthiness with persuasive writing and you will get in. Good luck. Oh, and have at least two others look over your essays, preferrably someone with b-school experience.