I have a bit of a strange profile, haven’t taken GMAT and I’m wondering if I should just submit applications to T15 anyway. Have been in client-facing analytics at an MBB for 3 years, multiple promos, good trajectory. Undergrad performance at state school above 3.0 overall but transcript is messy to say the least, was dealing with sick parent. Worth it to take a shot without GMAT?

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Darden, stern and Ross offer test waivers for this upcoming cycle. You can apply for a waiver and see what happens!

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I didn’t know they’d accept applications without it; certainly changes my own thought process if so. Do you have other tests completed (GRE)?

If your GPA is low, take the GMAT.

You can’t get away without the GMAT especially not with a low GPA. How do you have multiple promotions in 3 years?

Take the GMAT, and if possible try for MBA Math for alternate transcript. Strange can be good for competitive schools as the adcoms are hungry for diversity.

I don't think T-15 allows for applications without GMAT. They just won't process it. One of the tests is a must (Gmat or GRE) .

You can apply for test waivers but with a 3.0 from a state school you may be challenged to get it without some other sort of evidence (certificate, additional quant coursework with a transcript that shows an A) that demonstrates your ability to handle the rigorous coursework.
There are a number of schools now accepting the Executive Assessment (EA) for their full-time programs without any questions asked - CBS, NYU, Cornell, Duke, Darden.

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