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sachin333 · 2003 July 19th, 12:25 AM

Hey folks:

Took the GMAT today. Got a 660 and very disappointed with it. I wish I had known of this site earlier and wish had a more methodical approach to the GMAT. Basically the way I studied was solving problems, problems and more problems from anywhere and everywhere and concentrating less on taking tests.

My advice would be to be more structured in your approach. Take more tests. I would appreciate if anyone can comment if this score (660) with a MS in Engineering (GPA:3.7) and 3 yrs of work experience by the time I plan to apply would be enough to get into Univ of Chicago or Northwestern (Kellogg). Should I take the test again??. Please respond, would highly appreciate it.

Thanks,
Sachin

RB · 2003 July 19th, 07:34 AM

Hey Sachin,

Firstly u shud not be dissapointed with 660. It is a good first attempt. Secondly if you wana got o Kellogs or Chicago, then you may have to take it again to get your score a bit higher. I am not saying that 660 won't get you in, but from what I have read, I think a higher score gives a better chance and makes thy aplication stronger.

If you have the time, money and most importantly the will to go through the whole thing again, you shud do it without a doubt.

Remember better score = more chance (not guarantee) of getting in, its that simple.

Good luck
Rohit.

anxioussoul · 2003 July 28th, 06:14 PM

Sachin,
660 is a good score to start with. This doesnt mean that you should take it again, and it also doesnt mean that you shouldnt.

Let me explain what I mean.

660 is like a Toyota Camry. Its a descent score, and it wont turn heads.. its okay for some of the B+ schools.

If you are interested in a Lexus or BMW... you would have to work harder.

Now my advise to you is to take it again. Aim for the sky ! You dont have too long to go.. give it another shot after 3-4 weeks of intense prep. Since you already studied for this test, you wont have to go over too much. Get another book, try some more problems... and you will cross 700 !

Good luck.

crackerjack · 2003 October 24th, 03:05 PM

660 is fine. I got into HBS with less than that.

thaiva · 2003 October 25th, 02:34 AM

Yeah I also think 660 is fine ... try applying and focusing on your application see how you go..

Best Wishes,

Tim

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2003 July 19th, 12:25 AM	#1 (permalink)
sachin333 I JUST got here. Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 2	Hey folks: Took the GMAT today. Got a 660 and very disappointed with it. I wish I had known of this site earlier and wish had a more methodical approach to the GMAT. Basically the way I studied was solving problems, problems and more problems from anywhere and everywhere and concentrating less on taking tests. My advice would be to be more structured in your approach. Take more tests. I would appreciate if anyone can comment if this score (660) with a MS in Engineering (GPA:3.7) and 3 yrs of work experience by the time I plan to apply would be enough to get into Univ of Chicago or Northwestern (Kellogg). Should I take the test again??. Please respond, would highly appreciate it. Thanks, Sachin

2003 July 19th, 07:34 AM	#2 (permalink)
RB I JUST got here. Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 26	Hey Sachin, Firstly u shud not be dissapointed with 660. It is a good first attempt. Secondly if you wana got o Kellogs or Chicago, then you may have to take it again to get your score a bit higher. I am not saying that 660 won't get you in, but from what I have read, I think a higher score gives a better chance and makes thy aplication stronger. If you have the time, money and most importantly the will to go through the whole thing again, you shud do it without a doubt. Remember better score = more chance (not guarantee) of getting in, its that simple. Good luck Rohit.

2003 July 28th, 06:14 PM	#3 (permalink)
anxioussoul I JUST got here. Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: USA Posts: 19	Sachin, 660 is a good score to start with. This doesnt mean that you should take it again, and it also doesnt mean that you shouldnt. Let me explain what I mean. 660 is like a Toyota Camry. Its a descent score, and it wont turn heads.. its okay for some of the B+ schools. If you are interested in a Lexus or BMW... you would have to work harder. Now my advise to you is to take it again. Aim for the sky ! You dont have too long to go.. give it another shot after 3-4 weeks of intense prep. Since you already studied for this test, you wont have to go over too much. Get another book, try some more problems... and you will cross 700 ! Good luck.

2003 October 24th, 03:05 PM	#4 (permalink)
crackerjack I JUST got here. Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 1	660 is fine. I got into HBS with less than that.

2003 October 25th, 02:34 AM	#5 (permalink)
thaiva TM Guru-in-Training Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: New Zealand Posts: 761	Yeah I also think 660 is fine ... try applying and focusing on your application see how you go.. Best Wishes, Tim

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