Dear Gmatted,

GMAC will not make an exception on the test date. I think it will still work for you to take the test the day before the deadline as you will have your unofficial score report. Just be sure to send the scores at the time you take the exam. Most schools ask you to self report in the online application and will then compare that to the official score report in the event you are admitted. Since they know some folks take the test right up until the deadline, they know the self-reported numbers are sometimes off the unofficial score report, and as such, do not require you to input the AWA. If the application does require the AWA, then you might still take the exam but submit your application with your current score. Most schools will allow you to update parts of your application, including your GMAT score, as long as you have not already received your decision.

For the best course of action, I would suggest you contact the school directly about taking the GMAT the day before the deadline and how they suggest you proceed (i.e., report the unofficial results or update the scores at a later date).

Good luck,
Lisa