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Not too long ago, the GMAT was the sole gateway to a top MBA program. These days, the GMAT is starting to become less of a \u201cmust\u201d with each increasing year due to many contributing factors\u2014notwithstanding a global pandemic, schools wanting to access a more diverse swath of applicants, and admissions committees gathering data on the countless other ways to evaluate a candidate\u2019s ability to perform well academically.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, increasingly more schools are interested in a wider range of tests, including the GRE, the EA, and even your dusty old SAT and ACT scores from high school! And for some schools, no test is required at all.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maybe your home doesn\u2019t accommodate studying for and\/or taking an online exam, perhaps standardized tests aren\u2019t your strong suit, or maybe you just don\u2019t have time to study because of your demanding schedule. If so, you\u2019ll be happy to hear that a GMAT\/GRE test waiver is an option for some applicants at certain schools.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How are test waivers granted?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To be clear, not everyone who applies for a test waiver is granted one. You will need to convince the admissions committee that you have already displayed the requisite achievements and practical application skills to give them confidence in waiving the requirement for you. The level of convincing necessary will vary from school to school, so do not be discouraged if one school does not grant you a waiver; you may have a different result elsewhere. Conversely, if you do get a waiver from a particular school, there is a fair chance you may be granted one for another program as well\u2014but there are no guarantees.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most merit-based test waivers are granted based on strong undergraduate academics, quantitative analysis in your profession, graduate degree grades, and\/or application of quantitative\/verbal\/critical reasoning fundamentals, as well as other extracurricular courses or activities to showcase your academic abilities.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How can I request a test waiver?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some schools will ask for specific information when you request a waiver, while others will give you a blank field to fill out with a tight word limit. If you encounter the latter option, the following template is a general formula you can use to request your waiver:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your why:<\/i><\/b> Introduce your case briefly, and include your reason for not taking an exam.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Achievements:<\/i><\/b> Elaborate on your GPA and academic achievements, relevant previous coursework and grades, professional achievements, graduate degrees, and certifications pertaining to the criteria the school wants you to satisfy to receive a waiver (encompassing quant, verbal, and critical reasoning, if applicable).<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Work experience\/practical application:<\/i><\/b> Prove competence in your skills. Share professional applicability and\/or challenges you\u2019ve faced and overcome through your knowledge.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Close:<\/i><\/b> Thank the admissions committee for their time, and politely request that they weigh your accomplishments against the requirement of an exam.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many schools will respond to your GMAT\/GRE test waiver request without you even having to complete your full application\u2014which could save you significant time. And once you receive your waiver, schools will not evaluate any test scores for your application, regardless of whether you have already submitted a score to them in the past. So, if you already have a test score and don\u2019t believe it reflects your abilities (or it\u2019s far below the program\u2019s average scores), requesting a test waiver may be an ideal option for you. If you are wondering which schools might grant you a waiver, check out our blog post, \u201c<\/span>MBA Programs Offering GMAT Waivers in 2025<\/span><\/a>.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for help in navigating the complex and competitive MBA application landscape, reach out to one of our counselors for a <\/span>free 30-minute consultation<\/b><\/a>. All of Stratus\u2019s counselors have degrees from top MBA programs and would love to support you in your next phase in life!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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