Academic accommodations for the
If you are reading this page you are probably seeking some answers concerning the GMAT.
It may be that you or someone you know is preparing for the test and feel it’s not going well. You may even be wondering if you would qualify for academic accommodations like extended time on test sections or testing in a distraction free room. You may be surprised to know that there are numerous psychological conditions/disorders that may make you eligible for academic accommodations on this daunting high stakes test.
The GMAT is a standardized exam used by business schools to assess readiness for graduate programs. It includes four timed sections: Analytical Writing, Integrated Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Verbal Reasoning. The test is computer adaptive and demands strong attention, working memory, and time management.
For individuals with ADHD, learning disorders, or anxiety, the GMAT’s structure can present significant challenges. A psychological evaluation may be necessary to document these difficulties and support a request for testing accommodations.
In our experience, these are the types of accommodations we see granted for the GMAT for students who qualify →
What if one’s emotional and intellectual functioning seems abnormally impaired? In these instances, gaining a psychoeducational assessment can diagnose the problem, outline a treatment plan, and gain a student deserved academic accommodations.
At Bryce Gibbs PhD & Associates, our founding clinicians have assessed college students for over 20 years, interacting with state offices and testing companies including GMAT. In addition to our unique assessment system that accurately and efficiently outlines a student’s psychoeducational functioning, we produce appropriately formatted reports to submit to for the GMAT that are designed for approval. We utilize specific criteria for determining if an accommodation request is even advised; this is not the optimal solution for everyone. If our screening process determines that you meet the ADA standards for accommodations or modifications, then our psychoeducational assessment reports will typically result in an affirmative request. If academic accommodations are not warranted in your situation, we produce a comprehensive strategy to achieve peak performance tailored to your strengths and weaknesses.
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If you or someone you care about is concerned about having one of the conditions described above, and believe that these symptoms are leading to diminished test performance, then please contact us to begin the process of attaining a Bryce Gibbs PhD Psychoeducational Assessment. Our assessments are accurate, quick, and effective in helping prospective law students acquire deserved accommodations. We also assist with the complicated accommodation request process and will ensure that your paperwork is submitted to the GMAT in a timely and correct manner.
*Please note: we do not accept insurance, medicare, or medicaid but we do offer CareCredit for those who require flexible payment options.