GRE vs GMAT Focus for M7 and Top 15 MBA Programs – Which One Should I Choose in 2025?
Asked by Hema A about 2 months ago
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GMAT Focus is the better choice for most M7 and Top 15 MBA programs in 2025 if the goal is to show MBA-related skills. The new format is shorter, easier to manage, and focuses more on business thinking like data interpretation and problem-solving, which top MBA programs actually care about.
Most M7 schools such as Booth, Kellogg, and Wharton still publish average GMAT scores more often than GRE. In the Top 15, only a few share detailed GRE data, so sending a GMAT Focus score gives a clearer comparison and may help the application stand out.
Also, the scoring works in your favor. For example, a 54 out of 60 in the Quant section on GMAT Focus can land you close to the 90th percentile, while GRE Quant is harder to rank high in. This could really help candidates from competitive backgrounds like engineering or international applicants where every point matters.
If you're applying only to MBA programs, GMAT Focus feels like the safer and more focused option now.
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