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Yes, it’s definitely possible to get an MBA scholarship without GMAT or GRE in 2025, especially if you apply to schools offering test waivers or are test-optional. Around 60% of top 50 MBA programs now offer test waivers, and schools like MIT Sloan, Virginia Darden, and Emory Goizueta have awarded scholarships to test-free applicants in recent years.
Most of these schools evaluate scholarships based on overall profile, GPA, work history, leadership, essays, and sometimes interviews. Applying in Round 1 or Round 2 gives better odds because scholarship budgets are higher early on. At Darden, for instance, over 40% of the class gets merit scholarships, and some of those go to applicants without test scores.
Another key point is some schools prioritize applicants from underrepresented industries or impactful roles. So if someone has non-profit, startup, or social enterprise experience, that could help offset the missing test score.
Sending strong recommendation letters and making your goals clear in essays matters more than ever when applying without GMAT or GRE.
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