The 9 Best GMAT Quizzes and How to Use Them

Author Laura DorwartPosted on Categories GMAT PrepTags ,

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If you’re preparing for the GMAT, you probably know that you’ll need to take full-length practice tests. But what if you want to incorporate drills of particular skills or shorter study sessions into your prep routine, or want to study for the GMAT at least a bit every day? That’s where a GMAT practice quiz can help.

In this article, I’ll go over what makes a GMAT quiz worthwhile, as well as where to find the nine best GMAT practice quizzes and how to make the best use of GMAT quizzes in your exam prep. Continue reading “The 9 Best GMAT Quizzes and How to Use Them”

How Low Are MBA Acceptance Rates? Can You Get In?

Author Laura DorwartPosted on Categories Business SchoolTags ,

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If you’re applying to business school, you already know it’s a challenging and selective process. Admissions committees look for the most competitive applicants to take on the challenge and rigor of business school. But just how hard is it to get into an MBA program? And, based on your GMAT score, GPA, and other qualifications, what are your chances of admission?

In this article, I’ll take you through the MBA acceptance rates at the top 25 business schools, how to find MBA admission rates for yourself, and tips on how to gauge your own chances of getting into a competitive MBA program. Continue reading “How Low Are MBA Acceptance Rates? Can You Get In?”

GMAT Math Tricks: The 9 Best Tips and Shortcuts

Author Jess HendelPosted on Categories GMAT QuantitativeTags , , , ,

feature_surveytakerAs you may already know, the math required for the GMAT Quant section is actually fairly basic: nothing beyond early high school-level math is tested. What’s challenging is how quickly you’ll need to be able to execute calculations to finish within the 62 minutes allotted for the 31 questions and the reasoning and analysis required to get to the right answer. In other words, the GMAT Quant section, like all other sections of the test, is more a test of how you think than what you know.

Luckily, this means that there are several GMAT math tricks, tips, and shortcuts that you can use to improve your performance. In this post, we’ll give you all the major GMAT quant tricks, including tips and shortcuts for each of the two question types as well as some that apply to both. With these GMAT math tricks in your arsenal—plus the boatloads of studying you’re surely doing—you’ll be well prepared to nail the Quant section on test day.
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GMAT Percentages: 5 Key Tips for Percent Problems

Author Hayley MillimanPosted on Categories GMAT QuantitativeTags , ,

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Percents are one of the most common math concepts: in fact, you probably use them every day, whether calculating a tip or determining how much a discount really is. It’s not surprising, then, that GMAT percentage questions pop up throughout the quant section. You may see percents tested by themselves, or they might be part of another question type, such as a geometry question.

Unfortunately, GMAT percent problems can be quite tricky even though the concepts they test are fairly simple. But don’t worry! In this guide, I’ll explain exactly what you need to know to master percentage questions on the GMAT and walk you through sample problems using percents.

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Why Take the GMAT? 3 Main Uses of the Exam

Author Hayley MillimanPosted on Categories GMAT General InfoTags ,

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Maybe you’re getting ready to apply to business school, or just starting to think about what you’ll do after finishing up your undergraduate. Maybe you’re considering a career change or deciding whether or not you should go back to school for another degree. Maybe you just really like taking standardized tests. If you’re in one of these situations, you’ve probably considered taking the GMAT or another grad exam.

But why take the GMAT? What are the main GMAT uses? How is taking the GMAT different than taking the GRE or the LSAT? In this guide, I’ll explain the main uses of GMAT scores and help you decide whether or not taking the GMAT makes sense for your education and career goals.

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8 Expert Tips for GMAT Critical Reasoning Questions

Author Laura DorwartPosted on Categories GMAT VerbalTags , ,

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Critical reasoning questions often worry GMAT test-takers. What exactly are GMAT critical reasoning questions, and what skills do you need to develop to answer them correctly? How can you best prepare for critical reasoning questions before the exam?

In this article, I’ll go over the five main critical reasoning question types and examples of each one, as well as plenty of GMAT critical reasoning tips on how to ace these question types come exam day. Continue reading “8 Expert Tips for GMAT Critical Reasoning Questions”

8 Top Tips for GMAT Sentence Correction Questions

Author Laura DorwartPosted on Categories GMAT VerbalTags , , ,

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What are GMAT sentence correction questions? What skills and concepts do they test? What are the most effective GMAT sentence correction tips?

In this article, I’ll go over the format of sentence correction questions on the exam, the grammar concepts you’ll need to know to complete them, a few examples of the most common sentence correction error types, and how best to prepare for these tricky questions before you take the GMAT. Continue reading “8 Top Tips for GMAT Sentence Correction Questions”

Is the GMAT Required for MBA Programs? Should You Take It?

Author Laura DorwartPosted on Categories Business SchoolTags ,

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Is the GMAT required for MBA programs ? How much does the GMAT matter in terms of business schools admissions? Are there any alternatives if you don’t want to take the GMAT? In this article, I’ll go over why so many business schools require the GMAT, the significance of the GMAT in the business school admissions process, and your options if you choose not to take the exam. Continue reading “Is the GMAT Required for MBA Programs? Should You Take It?”

67 MBA Programs Without GMAT Requirements

Author Laura DorwartPosted on Categories Business SchoolTags ,

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Can you get into an MBA without GMAT scores? Why do most schools require it? What are the best business schools you can get into without having to take the GMAT?

Many students want to know if the GMAT is required for MBA admission and what their alternatives are if they don’t want to take it. In this article, I’ll go over why many business schools require GMAT scores from their applicants, a list of MBA programs that don’t require GMAT scores for admissions, and alternatives to the GMAT for students who don’t plan on taking it. Continue reading “67 MBA Programs Without GMAT Requirements”

10 Top Tips for GMAT Problem Solving Questions

Author Hayley MillimanPosted on Categories GMAT QuantitativeTags , , ,

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For many test takers, the quantitative section of the GMAT is particularly daunting. The challenging section includes two types of questions: data sufficiency and problem solving. While data sufficiency questions are undoubtedly the more notorious question type, GMAT problem solving questions can also be quite tricky.

In this guide, I’ll give you an in-depth look at GMAT problem solving questions. First, I’ll cover what they are and what types of math they cover. Then, I’ll give you the top 10 tips for acing GMAT problem solving questions. Finally, I’ll walk you through solving five sample problem solving questions spanning a variety of topics.

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