Hello,
I learned from various resources that the GMAT Readers are apparently kinder when they evaluate essays from non natives.
First of all: Is that true?
In case it is: How do they determine whether someone is native or not? I am German. However, I moved to the USA 6 months ago. Will I still "benefit", or does the fact that I take the exam in the USA void any possible kindness?
Thank you,
Kevin
Essays from Non Natives - are GMAT Readers kinder?
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I 100% doubt it. Ha, if they wanted to level the playing field, they'd have to make the math section easier for non-Indians!
There is no way they'd have that kind of system. It's a standardized test, which is supposed to mean that it doesn't matter who takes it, only that it has been taken.
There is no way they'd have that kind of system. It's a standardized test, which is supposed to mean that it doesn't matter who takes it, only that it has been taken.
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Sorry - no breaks for non-native English speakers.Kevinst wrote:Hello,
I learned from various resources that the GMAT Readers are apparently kinder when they evaluate essays from non natives.
First of all: Is that true?
In case it is: How do they determine whether someone is native or not? I am German. However, I moved to the USA 6 months ago. Will I still "benefit", or does the fact that I take the exam in the USA void any possible kindness?
Thank you,
Kevin
Keep in mind, that one of the two readers is a computer program!
Although you won't get a break on your AWA score, it's quite possible that certain Business Schools will take your non-native status into consideration when evaluating your application.
I hope that helps.
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Brent