Use Magoosh to prep for the GMAT Focus Edition

Whether you’re taking the Focus Edition or the original GMAT, we've got you covered.

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Learn more about the GMAT Focus Edition

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Comparing the GMAT Focus Edition vs the original GMAT

The GMAT Focus Edition has one less section and is nearly an hour shorter than the current version. The Focus Edition also comes with the following new features:

Question Review & Edit

Review as many questions as you’d like and edit up to three answers per section. 

Get 48 Hours to Send Scores

Send your score to 5 schools for free within 48 hours of receiving your Official Score Report.

Official Score Report

Get a detailed performance report with performance by section, question type, topic, school, and more.

*One optional 10-minute break after the first or second section

*Two optional 8-minute breaks after the first and second hours of testing

GMAT Focus Edition section changes in detail

Key dates to be aware of

Registration for the Focus Edition is now open. Keep these dates in mind to help guide your prep.

IF YOU PLAN TO APPLY IN...

FOCUS EDITION TIMELINE

We recommend continuing studying for the original GMAT. No need to worry about the Focus Edition.

It’s up to you which GMAT version to take! Just note that after Q1 2024, you’ll only be able to take the Focus Edition. 

Registration for the new GMAT Focus Edition opened.

Testing begins for the new GMAT Focus Edition. 

The original GMAT will be phased out in early 2024. Exact dates to be announced. 

How to send out your score

Within 48 hours of receiving your Official Score Report, select 5 schools to submit them to for free. Regardless of which version you take, your scores are valid for five years. Be sure to check that your target school accepts the Focus.

RECEIVE OFFICIAL SCORE REPORT

You’ll receive an email letting you know that your Official Score Report is available to view in your mba.com account within 7 business days but may take up to 20 business days in some instances. 

SELECT 5 SCHOOLS TO SEND SCORES TO FOR FREE

Within 48 hours of receiving your Official Score Report, you can choose 5 schools to send your score report to for free. This is included as part of your registration. 

SEND SCORES TO ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS FOR A FEE

After this 48 hour period or if you want to send your score to additional schools, you can do so for a non-refundable fee. Purchase additional score reports through your mba.com account.

Updates we’ve made to help you prep for the Focus Edition

Whether you’re taking the Focus Edition or currently undecided, we've updated our plans to make sure you're fully prepared for the GMAT, no matter which format you choose.

Study for either version of the exam by switching study modes. Magoosh GMAT plans come with content for both.

TOGGLE FROM ORIGINAL GMAT TO FOCUS EDITION 

STAY ON TRACK WITH FOCUS EDITION STUDY SCHEDULES

TAKE FULL LENGTH FOCUS EDITION PRACTICE TESTS

EASILY NAVIGATE AND STUDY UPDATED CONTENT

Simulate the Focus Edition with two new features: Question Review & Edit, and Section Order Selection.

Focus Edition videos and practice questions are organized in their own section with new content.

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Updates we’ve made to help you prep for the Focus Edition

How to send out your score

Key dates to be aware of

GMAT Focus Edition Section Changes in Detail

Comparing the GMAT Focus Edition vs the current GMAT

Learn more about the GMAT Focus Edition

Use Magoosh to prep for the GMAT Focus Edition

Get the most out of your study sessions with schedules tailored for Focus takers.