Profile Evaluation: 660 (40v 40q,) 3.34 GPA

[jchar]

Hello!

I am looking to apply in the fall to NYU, Emory, UCLA, Texas (Austin), and Berkeley. My stats and some more background information can be found below. I am wondering if you think my low quant score will be a significant hinderance in my chances given my significant work experience in the marketing field. If I did retake the test and did worse, would this further hurt my chances?

GMAT: 660 (40v40q)
GPA: 3.34 (note that junior/senior years I had a 3.72)

Work experience:

- Started as an Asst Account Manager at leading advertising firm where I lead the brand advertising campaign launch of Xbox 360 Kinect across 26 global markets. I am now a Senior Account Manager leading the global brand advertising for Levi's (15 global markets) and the North American advertising for a Kraft brand.

Post MBA goals:

Transition to a brand marketing role on the client side

[Stacy Blackman]

Hi jchar,

Thanks for posting. To answer your question, your GMAT score is below the averages of the schools you are considering, and I would recommend you retake the exam.

With the GMAT, it's important to remember that your highest score is self-reported on your application. For this reason, admissions teams will focus on your best score. There is no harm in taking the exam again.

If you'd like, we have free GMAT advice here: https://www.stacyblackman.com/test-prep-hub/

We also provide free 30 minute phone consultations here:https://www.stacyblackman.com/contact/

Cheers,

Conrad and the Stacy Blackman Team