Beat the GMAT but flunked the IR - How important is IR?

[panderso]

I'm applying for a Masters in Accountancy at San Diego State University, Fall 2013. Their average GMAT score is 600.

I recently took the GMAT and was elated to score a 700; it's better than any of my practice scores. Official scores just came in; I got a 6 on the essay and a 2 on the IR.

I'm really torn. I'm incredibly happy with my 700 and essay score, especially considering my intended school's average GMAT is 600. But that 2 on the IR is such an abomination. I was getting 4s on the practice test.

Does anyone know how much IR counts? Is it worth retaking for the IR, knowing that most likely my 700 won't improve? I appreciate any insight on the topic.

[Jim@StratusPrep]

Your IR should not matter, especially if you are applying this year. No one is going to make decisions off of that number this year. In the future, things may change.

[panderso]

Your IR should not matter, especially if you are applying this year. No one is going to make decisions off of that number this year. In the future, things may change.

Thanks, that's good to hear.