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  • Current GMAT Format and Section Breakdown

    Current GMAT Format and Section Breakdown

    Wondering about the GMAT format? Learn more about the GMAT exam format, so you can get the timing of the GMAT sections and breaks just right!

  • The Complete Guide to Taking the GMAT in India

    The Complete Guide to Taking the GMAT in India

    Hello to our students in India! In this post we’ll be discussing everything you need to know to take the GMAT in India—including information on GMAT test locations and dates, registration and fees, and why you might choose to take the GMAT! Table of Contents Choosing to Take the GMAT in India India GMAT Test…

  • What is the GMAT? Everything You Need to Know

    What is the GMAT? Everything You Need to Know

    Planning on taking the GMAT test? Find out all about the GMAT exam from Magoosh’s experts, from test registration to practice questions!

  • Can You Use a Calculator on the GMAT Math Section?

    Can You Use a Calculator on the GMAT Math Section?

    Can you use a calculator on the GMAT? Yes and no. You can’t bring your own calculator to the exam, and no calculator is allowed on the GMAT Quantitative section. (This is where most students feel like they need a calculator.) However, on the Data Insights section, there is a built-in calculator. If you’re curious to…

  • How Hard is the GMAT?

    How Hard is the GMAT?

    The GMAT is known to be significantly more challenging than the SAT and ACT, the high school exams. However, it is widely considered less challenging than the LSAT or MCAT, the law school and medical school exams, respectively. Of course, it’s always good to remember that test difficulty is a subjective matter. Individual opinions vary…

  • How to Get a Top Score on the New GMAT

    Aiming for a top score on the GMAT is a goal shared by many aspiring MBA applicants. With the introduction of the updated GMAT back in November 2023, understanding how close your current score is to your ultimate goal and just how to achieve a score that places you in the highest percentiles requires a…

  • GMAT Test Dates | 2024-2025 and Beyond!

    GMAT Test Dates | 2024-2025 and Beyond!

    If you’re preparing to take the GMAT, you have options to choose either in-person or online GMAT test dates. In this post, we’ve covered some more vital information about the GMAT test dates for 2024-2025—read on to find out more! Table of Contents GMAT Test Dates (2024-2025) How to Register for the GMAT When do…

  • The GMAT Online Exam: What You Need to Know

    The GMAT Online Exam: What You Need to Know

    The GMAT can now be taken at home permanently through the GMAT Online Exam starting April 2021. Click here for the latest updates.

  • How Much Does the GMAT Cost? A Guide to GMAT Exam Fees

    How Much Does the GMAT Cost? A Guide to GMAT Exam Fees

    GMAT cost is an important factor of your graduate school budget. Learn the fees for the exam, including rescheduling and cancellation costs, here.

  • How Long Should You Study for the GMAT? (Take the Quiz!)

    How Long Should You Study for the GMAT? (Take the Quiz!)

    This post was updated in 2024 for the new GMAT. How long should you study for the GMAT? Whether you’re a college student or working professional, the average GMAT student can expect to spend 100-170 hours studying, over the course of 2-3 months before your test date. The very top scorers on the GMAT often…