Hello - I am hearing mixed feedback from my managers (recent, top bschool alums) regarding my GMAT score and wanted your feedback. I am applying to GSB, Kellogg & Stern.
I scored 640 on my 2nd GMAT (huge improvement over previous): 92% in Verbal, 45% in Quant. I am not scoring any better on my practice exams and am concerned I won't improve in the 3rd take.
So, my question is whether I can work around this score with the rest of my profile, or, should I take the GMAT again?
1) 3.75 at top 20 liberal arts college, cum laude, honors/distinction, no quantitative courses
2) 4 years work experience at top tech/media company that recruits heavily out of top business schools.
3) my role at work has grown in scope & responsibility, currently managing large accounts & $MM in revenue. Quantitative analysis is a big part of my role.
4) strong EC in college and some philanthropy post college
5) great recommendations from senior leadership at my company
6) 26/Female
Should I spend more time studying for the GMAT or instead focus on crafting my application? I know my score is lower than the 80% at each of these programs, but I keep getting feedback that my profile (top tech company + female + liberal arts) can offset my scores.
Much appreciated.
I scored 640 on my 2nd GMAT (huge improvement over previous): 92% in Verbal, 45% in Quant. I am not scoring any better on my practice exams and am concerned I won't improve in the 3rd take.
So, my question is whether I can work around this score with the rest of my profile, or, should I take the GMAT again?
1) 3.75 at top 20 liberal arts college, cum laude, honors/distinction, no quantitative courses
2) 4 years work experience at top tech/media company that recruits heavily out of top business schools.
3) my role at work has grown in scope & responsibility, currently managing large accounts & $MM in revenue. Quantitative analysis is a big part of my role.
4) strong EC in college and some philanthropy post college
5) great recommendations from senior leadership at my company
6) 26/Female
Should I spend more time studying for the GMAT or instead focus on crafting my application? I know my score is lower than the 80% at each of these programs, but I keep getting feedback that my profile (top tech company + female + liberal arts) can offset my scores.
Much appreciated.
