How to Take Your GMAT Test
The GMAT is a computerized test that potential business students must take that assesses your skills in mathematics and writing. Business schools use the GMAT as a requirement for admission into their MBA programs. To take your GMAT test, you must locate a testing center, register, schedule an appointment and then pay the testing fees for the test.
Before you take the GMAT Test
- Go to MBA.com to create an account. MBA.com is the official website for the GMAT. The creation of an account on MBA.com is free. Once you create your account, sign-in to your account.
- Find a GMAT testing center in your area by using MBA.com's search tool. You will see a list of testing centers in your area. Select a testing area closest to your home.
- Make an appointment to take your GMAT test at the testing center. Most of the testing center nowadays has computerized versions of the test, so you can take the test any time of the year. Testing centers still use paper tests, however, you can only take these tests a few times a year.
- Pay the GMAT testing fee. You can use a money order, personal check, credit card or debit card to pay for the fee. The testing fee for the GMAT test is $250.
The Day You Take Your GMAT Test
- Bring documentation and identification to your GMAT testing center on the day you take the test. Bring your confirmation email, name of the academic institution you want your GMAT to be sent, ID card and other relevant documentation and identification.
- Take your GMAT test. The GMAT is multiple-choice questions and the test is in three parts. You are tested on verbal, quantitative and analytical writing skills.
- Take the actual GMAT test. The test consists of a series of multiple-choice questions divided into three different categories: analytical writing, quantitative and verbal skills.