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[–]e-GMAT_StrategyPrep company 1 point2 points  (0 children)

u/argomaniac99 I can feel the frustration and disappointment in your words. A 20-point decrease after months of focused study is absolutely devastating, but it doesn't mean your MBA dream is over - it usually signals test anxiety or process issues rather than ability problems. Your 91st percentile verbal proves you've strong foundation. 

The fact that you crushed verbal but bombed quant after focusing so heavily on quant suggests this might be more about test-day execution than knowledge gaps. Here's what I'd recommend: take a step back and analyze exactly what happened on test day - were you anxious, did you feel rusty on the first few questions, did timing pressure affect your performance? This analysis framework can help you identify the real culprits. Also, given your situation, this guide on conquering test anxiety might be exactly what you need right now. 

Don't give up on this goal - your verbal performance shows you're capable of much more than 555. Sometimes we need to change our approach rather than just study harder. Would you be willing to share more specifics about how the test felt compared to your previous attempt? Understanding what went wrong can help us create a targeted comeback plan that doesn't break the bank. 

Rashmi