Should I explain drop in GMAT score in application?

[victoryk]

A month ago I took the GMAT and scored a 670, wanting to get closer to a 700 I decided to take the GMAT a month later. Work got really hectic and I did not have a lot of time to study and ended up with a 640 my second time around. I was wondering if this drop will hurt me in any way?

Should I explain this drop in score in my application?

Any help will be appreciated.

Thanks in advace!

[Sophia007]

What scores were reported the school? If both scores were reported, the school usually takes only the one with the highest score. So - the answer to your question is no. You do not have to explain your situation to schools.

Hope this helps.

-S