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GMAT Exam Pattern: Learn the Test Format

Rebecca SafierJanuary 15, 2018April 16, 2018GMAT General Infogetting started, gmat format

While it’s impossible to know exactly what questions you’ll get on the GMAT, you can predict the structure of the test. Everybody gets a slightly different version, but each test taker sees the same GMAT pattern.

This guide will go over the GMAT exam pattern so you know exactly what to expect. After reading this article, you won’t have any surprises when it comes to format.

To start, let’s go over what you need to know about the GMAT before taking this unique test. Continue reading “GMAT Exam Pattern: Learn the Test Format”

GMAT Fees: How Much Does the Exam Cost?

Rebecca SafierNovember 6, 2017November 10, 2017GMAT Logisticsgetting started, gmat costs, gmat registration, money-saving tips

If you’re a future business student, then you know it’s important to think about the bottom line. Before you get into business school, how much will you need to spend on GMAT fees?

This guide will go over all the fees associated with the GMAT so you know what to expect as a test-taker. Plus, you’ll find some tips for keeping your total GMAT cost down.

To start, let’s answer the big question: how much does the GMAT cost? Continue reading “GMAT Fees: How Much Does the Exam Cost?”

GMAT Test Centers: Where to Take the Exam

Hayley MillimanOctober 30, 2017November 3, 2017GMAT Logisticsgetting started, test day tips

If you’re planning to take the GMAT, you’ve probably started to think about when you’ll take the test and how you’re going to prepare. But one thing that you might not have thought too much about is where to take the GMAT.

Why does this matter? Well, where you take the exam can have a bigger impact than you might think on your test performance. After putting in the time and effort to prepare for the test, you want to make sure that the logistics of test day go as smoothly as possible.

In this guide, I’ll be talking about what GMAT test center options you have, how to find a GMAT location near you, and some general tips about what to expect on test day.

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GMAT Format: What to Expect On The Test

Laura DorwartOctober 30, 2017June 14, 2024GMAT General Infogetting started, gmat format, gmat sections, preparing for the gmat

Do you want to know what’s on the GMAT? Do you have a general idea of the sections, but want to get a better idea of what to expect on test day? Are you confused about this whole ‘adaptive testing’ thing?

In this article, I’ll go over the GMAT structure and timing, the fundamentals of CAT (computerized adaptive testing), and a breakdown of the question types in each section of the test. Finally, I’ll discuss what the GMAT format means for you and offer tips on how to prepare for exam day. Continue reading “GMAT Format: What to Expect On The Test”

How to Prepare for the GMAT: 23 Expert Study Tips

Rebecca SafierOctober 23, 2017January 29, 2024GMAT Prepgetting started, preparing for the gmat, study tips, test day tips

No one ever said the GMAT was easy. In fact, it’s considered so tricky (and so important) that most would-be MBAs spend two to three months preparing for it. The majority of students spend over 50 hours studying, and the highest scorers average 121 hours of study time! What exactly are they doing all this time to get ready?

This guide will walk you through exactly how to prepare for the GMAT, with 23 essential steps that will take you from registering for the exam to drilling practice questions to sitting down at the computer on test day. Continue reading “How to Prepare for the GMAT: 23 Expert Study Tips”

What Is the GMAT? 8 Key Questions, Answered

Rebecca SafierOctober 9, 2017January 29, 2024GMAT General Infoexplainers, getting started, gmat history

If you’re an aspiring MBA student, you’ll have to leap the hurdle of the GMAT to get into business school. Prospective students spend months training for the challenge. What is the GMAT test, exactly?

This guide will go over everything you need to know about the GMAT, its use in business school admissions, and how to register. To get you acquainted with the exam, let’s start by going over the purpose of the GMAT. Continue reading “What Is the GMAT? 8 Key Questions, Answered”

Best GMAT Syllabus 2018: What’s On the Test and How to Prepare

Rebecca SafierOctober 2, 2017April 16, 2018GMAT General Infogetting started, gmat format, gmat sections, preparing for the gmat

When it comes to taking the GMAT, preparation is key. On average, students who scored a 700 or above prepared for an impressive 121 hours before taking the exam.

This full GMAT syllabus will help you join that group of well-prepared high scorers. You’ll learn everything you need to know about the GMAT, plus get some key tips on how to design an effective study plan.

Let’s start with a general introduction to the GMAT. Continue reading “Best GMAT Syllabus 2018: What’s On the Test and How to Prepare”

9 Tips for Making It Through the Full GMAT Length

Rebecca SafierSeptember 25, 2017April 16, 2018GMAT General Infoexplainers, getting started, time management

While you might spend months preparing for and obsessing over the GMAT, how much time will you actually spend taking it? This guide will discuss total GMAT length, as well as how much time you can expect to spend in the testing center.

We’ll also take a look at how many minutes you have per question, a key piece of intel since you’ll be responsible for getting to all of the questions in each section. Read on to learn everything you need to know about GMAT time, plus some tips on how to prep for this long exam. Continue reading “9 Tips for Making It Through the Full GMAT Length”

How to Register for the GMAT: Complete 8-Step Guide

Rebecca SafierAugust 1, 2017August 11, 2017GMAT Logisticsgetting started, gmat costs, gmat registration

Over 247,000 students around the world take the GMAT every year as they prepare to apply to business school. If you’re planning to be one of those students, how do you register for this important test?

This guide will lead you through the full GMAT registration process, step by step, so you don’t make any mistakes for this important test. Continue reading “How to Register for the GMAT: Complete 8-Step Guide”

6 Steps for Deciding When to Take the GMAT

Hayley MillimanMay 7, 2017May 7, 2017GMAT Logisticsgetting started, gmat registration, gmat schedule, when to take the gmat

If you’re planning to apply to business school, you’ve likely started to think about when to take the GMAT. Should you take the exam as soon as possible? Or wait until right before your deadlines?

In this guide, I’ll help you answer the question “when should I take the GMAT?” We’ll cover the rules about when you can take the exam and go through how to decide the best time for you to take the GMAT.

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