GMAT & GMAT FOCUS TEST PREP
In keeping with the current trend in standardized tests, the GMAT introduced a shorter test, called the GMAT Focus, late in 2023. As of February 1, 2024, only this new version of the GMAT is available. The GMAT Focus consists of three sections for a total of 64 questions with a time limit of two hours, 15 minutes. The time per question works out to about 2.1 minutes per question. The three sections are Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, and Data Insights. At the beginning, the test taker can choose the order of the three sections. The three sections contribute equally to the final score, which has a range of 205 to 805.
The new GMAT is an adaptive test. But, while the GRE is adaptive per section, the GMAT is adaptive per question. This means that the level of difficulty of questions the student will see is based on their degree of success on previous questions in the section. The test taker can bookmark questions to return to and is allowed to change their answer on up to three questions in a section.
The GMAT Focus can be taken either at an official test center or at home. At the test center you will be given five double-sided laminated sheets and erasable markers rather than scratch paper. At home you can use a whiteboard and markers, but not paper.
As part of his GMAT tutoring services, Perry prefers to use only test material from the test maker. GMAT offers two full length free tests and four additional tests which can be purchased. Each of the paid tests is designed to be run twice with no questions repeated, so there are essentially ten official GMAT practice tests available.
The new GMAT is an adaptive test. But, while the GRE is adaptive per section, the GMAT is adaptive per question. This means that the level of difficulty of questions the student will see is based on their degree of success on previous questions in the section. The test taker can bookmark questions to return to and is allowed to change their answer on up to three questions in a section.
The GMAT Focus can be taken either at an official test center or at home. At the test center you will be given five double-sided laminated sheets and erasable markers rather than scratch paper. At home you can use a whiteboard and markers, but not paper.
As part of his GMAT tutoring services, Perry prefers to use only test material from the test maker. GMAT offers two full length free tests and four additional tests which can be purchased. Each of the paid tests is designed to be run twice with no questions repeated, so there are essentially ten official GMAT practice tests available.
GRE vs GMAT: Which test should I take?
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The decision as to which test to take may depend on several variables, including what the student plans to study and the schools or programs the student is planning to apply to.
Perry suggests that students making this decision and who are using the services of a college admissions consultant should discuss this issue and get the advice of their consultant as to how to make the decision between the two tests. For those students making the decision on their own, this page will provide information about the two tests. Perry will help the student work through their particular situation so they can make the best decision, considering multiple factors. Contact Perry to get the GMAT help you need. |
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GRE vs. GMAT Characteristics
Which test is right for the graduate program you are applying for?
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GRE |
GMAT |
Length |
2 hr. |
2 h , 15 min. |
Sections |
Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Writing |
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Scoring |
Verbal and Quantitative are each scored from 130 to 170. Adaptive per Section. Writing is scored from 1 to 6 and does not affect the Verbal or Quantitative scoring. |
Verbal and Quantitative are each scored from 0 to 60, and these are combined into a Composite score of 205 to 805. Adaptive per Question. |
Accepted By |
Most graduate programs, including business |
Most graduate business programs. |
More details are available at the official websites for the two tests:
For the GRE, https://www.ets.org/gre/test-takers/general-test/about.html
For the GMAT, https://www.mba.com/exams/gmat-exam
Perry offers a complementary consultation to prospective clients where he will go over how he works with students, how tutoring sessions are scheduled, how homework is assigned, and any questions the prospective student may have.
This meeting can be scheduled here for the office or here for Zoom.
For the GMAT, https://www.mba.com/exams/gmat-exam
Perry offers a complementary consultation to prospective clients where he will go over how he works with students, how tutoring sessions are scheduled, how homework is assigned, and any questions the prospective student may have.
This meeting can be scheduled here for the office or here for Zoom.
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