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PostPosted: Thu Aug 07, 2008 8:28 am    Post subject: High CAT, low AWA Reply with quote
Hi,

I received a 760 (Q49 V44) on the CAT section, but got a 4.5 on the AWA. I am thinking of having it re-evaluated. Do you think I should have it re-evaluated or consider re-writing the GMAT because of this?

I am considering applying to top US schools.

Thank you for the help.

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Mike
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PostPosted: Thu Aug 07, 2008 11:51 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
Hi Mike,
Thanks for your post - as I mentioned in another post, AdCom rarely looks at the AWA. Your essays are a better indicator of your writing skills. For most schools, AdCom will only look at your score to see if you hit a minimum score (I believe its around 3/3.5 for most top programs).

In other words the AWA has zero impact on your application.

Good luck!

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