GMAT Tip of the Day: Be Realistic About How Long the GMAT Process Takes

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Tip of the Day: Be Realistic About How Long the GMAT Process Takes

Remember that the GMAT is most amenable to test-takers who are properly prepared, that is, those who have actually developed the necessary skills. The first key to being properly prepared is to set a realistic and strategic study plan over several months. Using data derived from over 4,200 people who took the GMAT in 2014, the GMAC reported that test-takers who scored a 700 or higher studied for an average of 121 hours. In my opinion, 121 hours is on the low side for most test-takers. I’d say that, in general, 300-400 hours of hard study is necessary for most test-takers to attain a 700+ score. Hard work and devoted study are the norm, not the exception!

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There's a reason why only a small fraction of GMAT test-takers score 700+. Achieving a high score takes work. So, being realistic about what it's going to take to achieve your score goal is key.
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