Has anyone taken a GMAT prep course/class? If so, what was the outcome?

Question

Was there a large increase in your after score? Was it just a rip off? Usefull?

Answer 1

Chuck,
At the San Jose Kaplan center, where I teach, teachers routinely receive "thankyouthankyouthankyou" emails from students who've increased 100-300 points. The course is useful because we focus on all aspects of test preparation: we review basic content, so you are familiar with the relevant math and grammar concepts; we offer a method for every type of question you'll see on your test, so you get through the questions in the most efficient manner; we also give you the most realistic practice, including our Ultimate Practice test, so that nothing on Test Day comes as a surprise.

Here's why our courses are not "just a rip off": If your scores don't improve, we'll give you your money back.

hope this helps,
Lighty
Master Teacher
San Jose Kaplan

Answer 2

I took it and found useful. I didnt have much time to study on my own and the prep class gave me a good jumpstart. Their online content in particular is more helpful than the class teaching.