I took the GMAT last saturday and my score was 540. I studied off and on for 3 months. I bought the OG study materials and the Kaplan study materials. My goal was to atleast get a 600. I'm upset that I spent all that time studying and didn't even get close to my expectations.
I now realize my studying had flaws. I use the prep materials, but never took full advantage of the CAT tests. Also, I don't understand the basic quantitive and verbal principles. I also realize that a structured study regime would work best for me. After reading the posts on this site, a prep course would be best for me since it provides instruction and structure.
I will be applying for distance learning programs that start in the fall. This will give me 3-4 months to study. I have 3 options for prep courses. Princeton Review, Kaplan, or the virtual Manhattan. Manhattan classroom courses are not offered where I live. Here are my questions and concerns...
1) I've heard alot about how good Manhattan is, but I'm concerned about taking a virtual class. I feel like physically being in a classroom with an instructor would be more benificial than sitting in front of my computer.
2) Out of my 3 choices, which would I benifit from more in regards to my situation.
3) I'm leaning towards PR because they have a "math bootcamp". I feel I could really benifit from that since my basic quantitive concepts aren't as sharp. Also, they offer to let me pay them in installments over 4 months rather than $1250 up front.
4) My goal is 650, which of those courses would have the material, instructors and ability to get me to my desired score?
Any advice would be much appreciated. After my 540 score, I'm down and out. Thanks.
I now realize my studying had flaws. I use the prep materials, but never took full advantage of the CAT tests. Also, I don't understand the basic quantitive and verbal principles. I also realize that a structured study regime would work best for me. After reading the posts on this site, a prep course would be best for me since it provides instruction and structure.
I will be applying for distance learning programs that start in the fall. This will give me 3-4 months to study. I have 3 options for prep courses. Princeton Review, Kaplan, or the virtual Manhattan. Manhattan classroom courses are not offered where I live. Here are my questions and concerns...
1) I've heard alot about how good Manhattan is, but I'm concerned about taking a virtual class. I feel like physically being in a classroom with an instructor would be more benificial than sitting in front of my computer.
2) Out of my 3 choices, which would I benifit from more in regards to my situation.
3) I'm leaning towards PR because they have a "math bootcamp". I feel I could really benifit from that since my basic quantitive concepts aren't as sharp. Also, they offer to let me pay them in installments over 4 months rather than $1250 up front.
4) My goal is 650, which of those courses would have the material, instructors and ability to get me to my desired score?
Any advice would be much appreciated. After my 540 score, I'm down and out. Thanks.
