CatrinartHistory

This is probably the most helpful info I've seen regarding GRE scores, so I'd also like to know what anyone here thinks of my situation. I'm applying to Williams College for their Graduate Program in Art History: I graduated with a BA in Art History in May with a 3.94 GPA and with University Honors since I completed the Honors Program contract, and I graduated in only 3 years instead of 4 and fit in a semester abroad on top of that. That said, my GRE scores were pretty lame. I got around a 155 for both verbal and quant on the last practice test I took, and the last time I actually took the test I got around a 150 on both (I had an anxiety attack in the middle of it - yikes). I plan on taking the test again in a couple of weeks, but I'm not sure if I'll even reach my goal of at least 160 for the verbal this time around. I guess I'm just a terrible test taker. My main concern is whether or not a score around 155 would hold me back from getting accepted to Williams even if I back it up with my GPA, a good sample research paper, etc. I also have completed two internships at a couple of very reputable museums, one in Curatorial and one in Conservation. I am also a strong writer. Does it sound like I be concerned about getting in? Or is my overall app good enough to get accepted but just not good enough to get a lot of financial aid? Would it come down to the recommendations as the tipping point? Sorry for the rambling - any thoughts would be hugely appreciated! Thanks!