The GMAT is optional for the HEC MIF — a GMAT, GRE, or TAGE-MAGE may be submitted but is not required, and there is no minimum score. The class profile reports an average around 655 on the GMAT Focus scale (HEC's graduation survey cites a 715 median).
Admitted students at HEC Paris typically score in the Optional · ≈655 (Focus) class avg GMAT range. The class average is around 655.
| Admitted GMAT range | Optional · ≈655 (Focus) class avg |
|---|---|
| Class average GMAT | 655 |
Most European MiM programs, including this one, accept the GRE and often the GMAT Focus Edition or a school-specific test as alternatives, and weigh the whole application — academics, internships, essays, and interview — rather than the score alone.
Frequently asked questions
Is the GMAT required for the HEC MIF?
No. A GMAT, GRE, or TAGE-MAGE is optional and no minimum score is required to apply, though a strong quantitative profile is expected. The class profile reports an average around 655 on the GMAT Focus scale.