The Graduate Record Examinations® (GRE®) General Test measures verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and critical thinking and analytical writing skills that have been acquired over a long period of time and that are not related to any specific field of study. The GRE® Subject Tests gauge undergraduate achievement in eight specific fields of study and is often required for admission into a master's degree program.
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FAQS on GRE
Who should take GRE?
Those who want to pursue a master's course in a US university in any stream other than management, law or medicine.
Does one have to be a graduate for taking the GRE?
Not necessarily. However, to do a master's course, one has to be a graduate in any stream.
How important are my GRE scores?
Schools vary tremendously in the weights they place on the different factors in the admissions process, so be sure to contact the specific schools to which you are applying in order to determine their unique requirements. Some programs weight GRE scores very heavily, and/or have a minimum score for applicants, while other programs consider GRE scores more of a formality. It is important to note that your GRE score is a major factor in determining your eligibility for financial aid.
Can I cancel my scores?
Yes. You can cancel your scores immediately after you take the GRE test. This is the only time you can cancel your scores. Unfortunately, you must make the decision to cancel at the testing center before you see your scores. In addition, the fact that you cancelled your scores will be noted on your official GRE score report.
How do I know if I am ready for the GRE Test?
Try GRE course demo. When you finish the practice test you'll get a complete report detailing your strengths and weaknesses. If you are satisfied with your results, then you may be ready.
When Should I Take the GRE?
First find out the application deadlines for the graduate schools to which you are applying. Then work backwards from your earliest deadline. Build some extra time into your planning process for unexpected delays because you can only take the GRE test once per calendar month. Keep in mind that it can take as long as four weeks for your official scores to arrive at your designated schools.
The GRE is offered at testing centers almost every day. Call your local center for details and to book your test. While in theory you could sign up for the GRE with only two days' notice, don't depend upon this luxury. Call at least one month prior to your desired test date.
What fees are associated with the GRE Test?
The fee to take the GRE test is $160 within the United States, some U.S. Territories, and Puerto Rico. The fee is $190 in all other locations (except China, including Hong Kong, Korea, and Taiwan).
What are the GRE Subject Tests?
The GRE Subject Tests are intended to measure your knowledge of specific subject matter. Subject Tests are available in eight disciplines: biochemistry, cell and molecular biology; biology; chemistry; computer science; literature in English; mathematics; physics; and psychology. These tests are given in paper–and–pencil format three times per year, in November, December, and April.
These tests are given separately from the GRE General Test and require additional fees. Check with the graduate schools to which you are applying to determine whether any of these extra tests are required. |
What is the scoring system?
The total marks are 1600, out of which 1300 and above is considered good. Different questions carry different marks, depending on its difficulty level. English and maths carry 800 marks each. Essays carry six marks.
How often can I take the exam?
GRE can be taken 5 times in a calendar year.
Which score will the college consider?
Universities consider the best score.
When is the exam held?
The exam is held in different cities across India at Sylvan Prometric Centres on all working days. There are two time slots in the day.
How can one register?
You can register by phone or submit the form physically at their centre. When registering through the phone, keep your passport and international credit card number ready, along with the expiry date.
What is the cost of the exam?
The charges are $160 payable to ETS-GRE in US dollars.
What happens if one postpones the exam date?
If you postpone the exam at least seven days before your scheduled date, you would have to pay an additional $48 to reschedule else the entire fees is forfeited.
How soon do I get my score?
You will see your score the moment you finish the exam, but official scores takes 21 days to reach the student.
What happens if I cancel the exam?
After taking the exam you are given the choice of cancelling your score without seeing it. If you do so, the score is lost forever but it gets reported on all subsequent score charts that you had cancelled an exam.
How do I pass on my score to the college?
The universities only accept official scores sent directly by ETS. Scores to four colleges can be sent free of cost. while taking the exam. Subsequently, for each score report sent to a college, you would have to pay ETS a token amount.
How important is the GRE score in helping secure scholarships for graduate studies?
The GRE score, your past academic record and your application materials play a vital part towards securing scholarships.
What is percentile?
If you get 85 percentile it would mean 85 % of the students taking the exam in the past five years are below you and 15% are equal to or above you.
What is the GRE subject test?
The GRE subject tests are specialized tests, to be taken only if your university asks for it. Check with them. In India, Subject GRE is offered only once a year, in November.
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