The EDUFAX Educational FAQ

Question #9:

I failed the Analytical Writing part of the GMAT. Will the admissions committee take into consideration the fact that I am a foreign born student ?

Answer #9:

There are no special accommodations made when scoring the GMAT for people whose mother tongue is not English. The rationale is that if you can't reach a certain level of English expertise, you will not be able to do the work in the graduate program. Your score on the TOEFL, however, can affect a committee's consideration of your application. Also, there are some graduate schools which are willing to be a bit more flexible in their admissions policies and others which go strictly by the numbers. You should contact a wide range of schools before you decide where to apply. For more information on the GMAT and on the importance of the Analytical Writing Section, contact the Educational Testing Service. EDUFAX provides services for the International Applicant.

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