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OrangeCat

The common prep test such as Manhatten etc will suffice. Base on past experiences, I would recommend you to retake again. At least 650. It's not too difficult given effective methods to study.

This time was actually a retake. I improved on math but my verbal slipped. Identical score.
 

A 32Q probably mean you need some brushing up on math fundamentals. The Manhattan book covering this might be helpful. How long have you studied for the material? How many practice tests did you take?

 

What programs are you aiming at and looking to do? And why am MSF? I'm sensing a overall medium profile with nothing particularly strong to offset your weaknesses. Also, being a liberal arts major with a weak quant school gives an indication that you might struggle with the quantitative aspects of the program.

I'd either redo the GMAT or consider masters in management programs. Less quant and nearly same effect as am MSF in many cases.

 

I'd retake but if you run out of time I would still apply instead of self selecting myself out of the process

 

Agree with everything said above. I'd put some serious time into this retake and only do it when you feel truly comfortable that you will improve your score. Luckily for you it seems like you can simply focus on the quant section and easily get into the mid-600's.

 
JohnBrohan

can strong extracurrics, leadership, and gpa cancel out the gmat score in the AdCom decision, given that MSF programs aren't yet ranked?

Depends on how low the GMAT is and the program you are applying to. Some schools/programs are more holistic in their approach. Also helps if you are a domestic student.

 
JohnBrohan

can strong extracurrics, leadership, and gpa cancel out the gmat score in the AdCom decision, given that MSF programs aren't yet ranked?

You'd have to be Mother Theresa to cancel out a 570 GMAT.

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