The GMAC allows you to register for the GMAT exam up to 6 months in advance. However, do not rush to do it now! It is important to understand where you are in your preparation process and how much time is needed to ecxel in the test. 

 

 

How do I register for the test?

 

If you are a newcomer and do not yet have an account on the mba.com, it will be useful to create it now because you will get access to some free resources. 

 

 

When do I register?

 

After you have logged in, you will be asked to fill out a questionaire and then granted with opportunity to register for the exam. You will have to choose a desired test center and pick an available date. You do not have to register for the test several days in advance: if a seat is open and you are free, you can appoint your exam even for tomorrow.

 

 

How much does the GMAT cost?

 

Starting from February 2020, the price of taking the test is $275. Here’s some more information on the GMAT pricing

 

 

Product/ Service	Price
GMAT Exam	$275 (as of February 2020)
Enhanced Score Report	$30
Additional Score Report	$35 each
Cancel score (online after you leave the test center)	$25
Reinstate score	$50
AWA Essay Rescoring	$45
Reschedule fee (over 60 days before appointment)	$50
Reschedule fee (15-60 days before appointment)	$100
Reschedule fee (14 days and less before appointment)	$150
Cancellation fee (over 60 days before appointment)	$100 refund
Cancellation fee (15-60 days before appointment)	$75 refund
Cancellation fee (14 days and less before appointment)	$50 refund

 

 

 

Should I cancel my GMAT score if it is lower than I expected?

 

Right after you have seen your score on the screen, you will be given an opportunity to cancel it for free. However, think it over before you take the test. I recommend that you decide on the range of acceptable scores and only then take the test itself. If your GMAT score is up to 100 points lower than your desired score, keep it. There are several reasons for that: first, you need at least some score to be able to start your enrollment process; second, you cannot be sure that you will get your desired score for your second try, and since deadlines are immovable, you need a backup plan. Moreover, business schools have always appreciated persistence in their candidates, and the fact that you have tried the test several times to hit your target score only proves your perserverance. 

by Osama Samuto