GMAT Boot Camps

MBA offers a GMAT Boot Camp to high potential applicants, providing live instruction in preparation for the GMAT exam.

We know that the GMAT can be a hurdle in the MBA application process, especially for those who are far out of college. That’s why, for years, MBA has been proud to offer free, in-person GMAT Boot Camps.

The 2-day weekend session in Gainesville will be held on campus in Hough Hall, where all MBA classes are hosted. A list of suggested hotels as well as more details will be provided upon registration.

The MBA GMAT Boot Camp will provide:

  • 15 hours of live instruction
  • Comprehensive workbook
  • Access to instructor for one-on-one tips and questions

The cost for the two-day live sessions is covered by MBA.

Upcoming Boot Camps

Who is eligible?

The GMAT Boot Camp is designed for two types of high potential prospects – those who have been out of school for a while and need to refresh their academic skills, and those who have taken the GMAT and want to raise their score in order to make their application more competitive. A high potential prospect to MBA is someone who has outstanding work experience and solid academic performance during the pursuit of their undergraduate degree. Preference is given to prospects who are in the application process.

Why participate?

  • It’s free. Preparation courses like this cost $750 or more.
  • You can experience the UF campus and academic environment.
  • You will get tools and knowledge to help increase your GMAT score.

We look forward to working with you and thank you for considering MBA.

GMAT tips

In addition to the Boot Camp, we’ve released short video tips that can lower your stress about the GMAT and make a big impact on your test scores.

#1: Number picking approach

In the first installment, the instructor walks students through three different types of problems using a basic picking numbers approach, which highlights how a simple strategy can unlock even challenging looking problems

#2: Talking about 10s

This video explores the different and, in some cases, unusual ways that 10s show up on GMAT problems.

#3: Using your resources

In the stressful test-taking environment, take advantage of what’s right in front of you. Learn to analyze the questions and answer choices for clues.

#4: Tackling triangles

Some triangles have special properties that can make certain problems much easier. In this video, you'll learn about different types of triangles and the rules associated with them.

#5: Combining shapes

Many different types of shapes appear on the GMAT. Learn how you can use your knowledge of shapes to solve problems that combine more than one of them.

#6: Practicing percentages

Building on your existing knowledge of arithmetic and fractions, you can simplify word problems and percentage change calculations on the test.

#7: Understanding fractions

Fractions impact things in both predictable and not-so-predictable ways. Learn about both in this week's video.

#8: Examining exponents

Exponents rely on a basic understanding of a few rules. Key concepts include converting bases and exponents to like terms and flipping negative exponents into fractions.

#9: Data sufficiency

Many students struggle with data sufficiency questions, which make up around 25% of the GMAT. This video helps you understand how to approach these key questions strategically.

#10: Reframing data sufficiency

This video presents another strategy for approaching data sufficiency questions, which are a major component of the test.

#11: Reading comprehension

This video moves forward into an introduction of the reading comprehension portion of the test.

#12: Critical reasoning template

The key to critical reasoning problems is to know the template. Logical arguments move from premises to conclusion. Learn to identify and separate the two, and you'll be closer to GMAT success.

#13: Sentence correction

Sentence correction requires assessing phrases for grammatical errors. This video reintroduces basic tools you may have encountered long ago, like parts of speech and diagramming sentences.