AL-51 ยท Education Path & ROI

Test Retake
Decision Engine

Should you retake the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, SAT, or ACT โ€” or apply now with your current score? Computes expected value of retaking vs. applying, break-even improvement probability, and the cost of waiting a cycle. All estimates are yours to set.

๐Ÿ“Š Zero โ€” all logic is pure expected-value math on user inputs. No embedded score tables or admit-rate databases.
๐Ÿ”’All inputs are processed locally in your browser. Nothing is transmitted, stored, or logged. Inputs disappear when you close the tab.
Your Current Score Situation
Median or 50th percentile at your target program. Use 75th for reach schools.
Your honest estimate given current score, GPA, other factors.
Retake Investment
GRE: $220 ยท GMAT: $275 ยท LSAT: $200 ยท MCAT: $330
Tutoring, courses, materials beyond what you've already spent
Your honest estimate to reach the target improvement
Opportunity cost of study time (your hourly wage, freelance rate, etc.)
Outcome Estimates If You Retake
Realistic gain from targeted prep. GRE: 5โ€“15 pts. LSAT: 5โ€“10 pts. SAT: 50โ€“150 pts.
Your confidence in reaching the target after prep. Be conservative.
Your estimate if you hit the target score.
Present value of the program's career benefit (salary delta ร— years โˆ’ tuition). Use AL-03 to estimate.
Income you'd earn during the extra year if cycle is delayed
For NPV of delayed program value. 5% is standard.
EV Comparison
Key Metrics
Full Breakdown
Sensitivity & Interpretation