Took the GRE after studying for the past 3 months and got a 162 Quant (area I struggled with, I started at a 156) and 166 verbal. Targeting M7, went to a T15 undergrad with 3.9 GPA. Is it worth retaking or is that a good enough quant score? I’m unsure if the extra 1-3 points is worth all the studying.

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If you have only taken the test once, you should retake.

Given the short test format there is more variability in scoring.

If you don't improve, no big deal, 328 is a solid score and you have a strong undergrad GPA to demonstrate your ability to do the work in the program.

Perhaps you might turn your attention to applications for the near term then revisit the test in December after you have completed the applications.

You want to make sure that you aren't leaving something on the table. Plus, your Q subscore is perhaps a bit below the average at the top schools so adcom might wonder why you didn't try again.

If you have taken it 3 times then you should be done.

Turn your focus to developing a clear strategy and narrative - short and long-term goals, why MBA?

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