Yesterday was the first day for the Class of 2019—a truly impressive group of leaders—and we’ve updated the Class Profile here.
For the first time, we’ve published data about the GRE test—12% of the HBS Class of 2019 submitted GRE scores as part of their application; the remaining 88% submitted GMAT scores. I thought this would be a good chance to review how we think about standardized test scores. Here goes:
Test scores help us determine your preparation for an academically rigorous program,*but we never look at them in isolation.*
Transcripts, work experience, recommenders, essay, interview—and everything else in our process—come together as we make admissions decisions.
The GRE and GMAT are different tests,*and we are truly indifferent about which one you submit.*
Really. We are familiar with each test. Choose the one that allows you to best show your strengths, then move on to other parts of your application.*
We know you’re much more than a test score.
The whole application and interview process are designed to help us get to know you. We’re trying to imagine what you would contribute in the HBS classroom and community. As I’ve written about before, our learning model depends on a wide range of talent and perspectives in each Class—and we know that not all that talent is measurable in a test.
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How does this impact your International MBA decision?
I'd be glad to learn your thoughts on this story : Class of 2019 + GRE Scores
Whats your opinion?
For the first time, we’ve published data about the GRE test—12% of the HBS Class of 2019 submitted GRE scores as part of their application; the remaining 88% submitted GMAT scores. I thought this would be a good chance to review how we think about standardized test scores. Here goes:
Test scores help us determine your preparation for an academically rigorous program,*but we never look at them in isolation.*
Transcripts, work experience, recommenders, essay, interview—and everything else in our process—come together as we make admissions decisions.
The GRE and GMAT are different tests,*and we are truly indifferent about which one you submit.*
Really. We are familiar with each test. Choose the one that allows you to best show your strengths, then move on to other parts of your application.*
We know you’re much more than a test score.
The whole application and interview process are designed to help us get to know you. We’re trying to imagine what you would contribute in the HBS classroom and community. As I’ve written about before, our learning model depends on a wide range of talent and perspectives in each Class—and we know that not all that talent is measurable in a test.
More...
How does this impact your International MBA decision?
I'd be glad to learn your thoughts on this story : Class of 2019 + GRE Scores
Whats your opinion?