I know there’s ostensibly “no preference”, but is there any advantage to taking the GMAT over the GRE for top MBA programs? Background: HYP ug applying from MBB, not 100% set on business school yet

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May not matter for you since you’re coming from MBB but I’ve seen a lot of scholarships offered to students with high GMATs. I doubt they would do the same for high GREs since it does nothing for the rankings.

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I don’t think so, I know people at T10/M7 schools who took both and it didn’t seem to affect their success. If you’re not 100% set on bschool, you may want to consider taking the GRE first since it can be used at other grad programs

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I also have heard that some recruiting firms want GMAT scores so instantly makes you look more employable to schools

Take the GMAT.

Why so adamant? In a similar position to OP and was planning to take GRE, so would love to hear the rationale

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