From 530 to 675: My GMAT Score Jump to Yale & Duke MBA
Successfully Admitted to Yale & Duke MBA! A Must-Read! Huge Thanks to Dustin’s Terminator Course
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If you can, get your test scores ready early and start brainstorming for your essays. Essays take a ton of time. If an MBA is on your radar, definitely chat with current students and alumni. It’s incredibly helpful for understanding the application process and the schools themselves!
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Why I Chose Dustin’s Terminator Program
After completing the course in August 2022, I prepared on my own and took the GMAT four times with no improvement. I felt stuck studying at home, and honestly, I need someone to push me! I also wanted to start the application process in 2024, as I was delaying it too much and missing out on a social life. So, I decided to join Dustin’s Terminator program, hoping his personalized study plan and guidance would provide the necessary pressure and motivation to study diligently.
By the way, the intensive study in the Terminator program really boosted my English skills. I only scored an 11 on the academic entrance exam before, which is pretty low! 😂😂😂
Section-by-Section Feedback
Quantitative (Q):
This was my strongest section, and honestly, the easiest to score on!
Math has always clicked for me, so I didn’t need to put in a ton of study time. Still, working through the problems felt like progress, which made the rest of the studying feel less overwhelming. I was aiming for a perfect score, so I tackled the math problems KH provided first thing every day. Thankfully, I hit that perfect score, which gave my overall GMAT score a huge lift! The Terminator program also offered plenty of consultation time with KH for any questions, making it super convenient and helpful.
Data Insights (DI):
This section is a mixed bag – the math is easy, but you have to read a lot, which can be a real challenge!
I used to be the type to calculate exact numbers because I’m comfortable with math. But KH taught me a crucial DI strategy: estimations are usually good enough. You don’t need to be precise; “good enough” estimates often make the answer choices clear. For interpretation questions, Dustin also showed me a logical problem-solving sequence. This completely changed how I approached it, moving from random guessing to a structured method, and it cut down my DI solving time significantly. I was still racing through the last few questions on the actual exam, but I managed to finish!
Verbal:
This was my weak spot, but the Terminator program’s strategies made even my weakness much more manageable!
For Critical Reasoning (CR), the “logic chain” technique was a game-changer. It made everything in CR feel logical and connected! At first, I found building logic chains tough, but by focusing on a “one-step-at-a-time” approach, I slowly learned to link causes and effects. Consistent timed practice made building logic chains much smoother. Even when I used this method during the exam, I didn’t run over time!
Overall:
Study Plan & Tools
Dustin initially created a study plan tailored to my schedule. Even though I often missed my deadlines, having a target progress level put pressure on me to get as much done as possible. I remember delaying my second meeting with Dustin by a month because I completely fell behind on the first study plan – honestly, it was a mix of laziness and the daily tasks taking much longer than I expected. Dustin didn’t get mad; he just encouraged me to reach out whenever I hit roadblocks so he could help me figure things out. He also suggested a focus app to combat phone distractions. He really was like a supportive father figure! His approach made me feel comfortable asking even the “silly” questions. Once we sorted out my study method issues, I gradually started keeping up with the plan.
What was really unique was Dustin’s development of numerous ChatGPT study tools. Whether it was for reading comprehension, vocabulary, or sentence analysis, there were tools for everything. Using ChatGPT was the part of studying I enjoyed most because I could really dig into areas where I had questions and ask for different kinds of example sentences to practice!
My Sincere Recommendation for Dustin’s Terminator Program
If you’re like me and tend to procrastinate, needing that external push, the Terminator program is absolutely your best bet!
Long story short, I can’t recommend the Terminator course enough!
To You Who Are Still Preparing for the GMAT
The GMAT prep journey can be tough, but the feeling of getting accepted into your dream school will make all the struggles completely worth it. Don’t give up, keep pushing! I truly hope everyone hits their target score and gets into their desired MBA program!
