First, thanks in advance for responding.
I recently took the GMAT and scored a 680 (Q46, V39). I am rather disappointed with my quantitative score since I have a very very strong quantitative background and scored considerably better on my practice materials (in quantitative).
I am currently at a crossroads since I am completely unsure of whether to take the GMAT again or not. I have managed to improve my verbal considerably from when I began studying for the exam. So, I am satisfied with my verbal score. My quantitative score, though, I believe can definitely improve.
Since I understand the GMAT is only a part of the application, I think it is necessary to include a brief background (below).
Undergrad: B.S. Electrical and Computer Eng'g, GPA: 3.9, Rank: 3 in BSEE curriculum, Member of honor societies and received a few awards for academic achievement
Work Experience (By the time of entry): 3 years at Defense Engineering Company as engineer (Fortune 100). One year (part time while senior in college) at technology start-up, although, I was given a lot of responsibility.
My extracurriculars are solid (very very strong while undergrad and relatively strong while working). At work, I have taken on some additional roles beyond my day-to-day activities (including nomination to one group which supports business activities (group acts as talent mgmt., too)).
I am completely unsure of whether I should retake. Some concerns:
1. Should I even bother retaking given my other credentials
2. What happens if I somehow obtain lower score second time around
3. Will b-schools think negatively that I retook the exam after scoring 680
My target schools are of Wharton, Columbia, Stern, Tepper caliber. I plan to enroll in Fall 2010.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you, again.
I recently took the GMAT and scored a 680 (Q46, V39). I am rather disappointed with my quantitative score since I have a very very strong quantitative background and scored considerably better on my practice materials (in quantitative).
I am currently at a crossroads since I am completely unsure of whether to take the GMAT again or not. I have managed to improve my verbal considerably from when I began studying for the exam. So, I am satisfied with my verbal score. My quantitative score, though, I believe can definitely improve.
Since I understand the GMAT is only a part of the application, I think it is necessary to include a brief background (below).
Undergrad: B.S. Electrical and Computer Eng'g, GPA: 3.9, Rank: 3 in BSEE curriculum, Member of honor societies and received a few awards for academic achievement
Work Experience (By the time of entry): 3 years at Defense Engineering Company as engineer (Fortune 100). One year (part time while senior in college) at technology start-up, although, I was given a lot of responsibility.
My extracurriculars are solid (very very strong while undergrad and relatively strong while working). At work, I have taken on some additional roles beyond my day-to-day activities (including nomination to one group which supports business activities (group acts as talent mgmt., too)).
I am completely unsure of whether I should retake. Some concerns:
1. Should I even bother retaking given my other credentials
2. What happens if I somehow obtain lower score second time around
3. Will b-schools think negatively that I retook the exam after scoring 680
My target schools are of Wharton, Columbia, Stern, Tepper caliber. I plan to enroll in Fall 2010.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you, again.
