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# of times to take GRE/GMAT

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Hey Guys,

I am applying to grad schools next year (MFE/Finance/MBA) and I was wondering if it looks bad to take the exams more the once.

I am planning on taking both exams in the next two weeks, but I don't feel THAT prepared for it. I was debating whether to change the exam date to a later date or just take the exam twice if I don't do so well the first time.

I know admissions people say they look at the better score but they do have access to both scores.

Thanks for your help.
 
You should be ok taking the test multiple times because you're not obligated to send your scores to the schools. When registering for the test(s) you can always leave the recipients section blank. If you happen to do well, just call ETS and have them send your scores, but that will end up costing you more.

Taking the test(s) upto 2 times will probably not adversefly affect your admissibility. Although, having to take the test multiple times might be a signal that perhaps FE isn't the best for you. Just remember the GRE quant section requires nothing more than intermediate algebra and some elementary geometry.
 
You should be ok taking the test multiple times because you're not obligated to send your scores to the schools

I think you're mistaken -- sending a report to the schools includes all available tests.

Otherwise, I agree.
 
I think you're mistaken -- sending a report to the schools includes all available tests.

Otherwise, I agree.


Thank you for pointing that out.
 
thanks for your reply.

also, do you recommend any GRE books.. and GRE Math subject test books... ive been told that kaplan/princeton reviews aren't THAT good and have tons of typos.

any recommendations?

thanks.
 
You can use virtually book to prepare for the general GRE. But if you plan on taking the GRE Math test, your options are limited. As far as I know, there is only 1 books providing a comprehensive reivew: "Cracking the GRE Subject Math Test" - Princeton Review. That book, however, is littered with errors. There is also a book by REA, which is nothing more a collection of practice test. Read through this thread for more info.
 
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