nikkitambo

55$= same score

It's been a few weeks. I can now say that I am 55$ poorer with the same AW score. None of the schools I'm applying to indicate a minimum for the AW (which appears to be a theme in the hard sciences). Hopefully my SOP will prove I'm able to create coherent sentences. I'm also in the process of writing to several professors to gather more information on their labs. If you haven't done so, it may be of benefit to reach out, introduce yourself and express interest.

I received a 3.5 on the AW with a 670V 720Q. I'll be wasting my 55$ on a rescore tomorrow. Convenient that you can pay online to sit for the test or request additional reports; however, when you request a score review, it can only be received via snail mail. I spoke with an ETS rep today when brooding over the decision. She informed my that they do not release the essays to the schools (I guess if they did there would be no incentive for me to send in 55$). I have an MS in Biochemistry and am hoping to go back to school for a PhD in marine science. Most schools I'm looking into don't even list the average score for AW. I agree I don't think that the science programs are that concerned about it, but just in case, I'm throwing a little extra money at it. I'll keep you posted on the results.

I received a 3.5 on the AW as well, despite a 720Q and 670V (not an 800 like you but still 95% so I'm happy). I too am worried about the AW as a poor blip on my applications. I have an MS in biochem and am looking to pursue a PhD in marine science. Tomorrow I'm sending in my 55$ for a review. I'm not too optimistic about a change in the score, although I thought my essays were strong, the ETS phone rep said they'd refund my money if the score changed, which would not be good practice for such a profitable nonprofit organization. I'll let you know though what happens if you're thinking about the review option.