If a low score is made, then take the test again. There is nothing to lose. The Prebusiness Advisor will discuss the matter with those considering a second try. During the last decade, there has been an increase in the number of business schools preferring that applicants have full-time work experience. Not only is it of value to the applicant in terms of admission, but work experience also makes the business school experience itself more meaningful.
Schools usually like to see two years of experience though some are now asking for three years.
There remain, however, schools open to students applying directly from college. In reviewing these applicants, attention is given to summer work experience and other engagements that may help in clarifying careers in business and offering an orientation to business. The decision about when to go to business school, in the end, becomes an individual matter. Individuals should know their strengths and weaknesses, needs and career plans, and then make a decision as to whether to go directly to graduate school or work prior to doing so. Occasionally, students applying directly out of college are offered admission on a deferred basis, but this option is not being offered as frequently as in the past.