GRE Exam Overview

What is the GRE?

• The Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) is a standardized test required for admission to many graduate schools in the United States.
• It is administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS).

Format and Content

• The test consists of three main sections:
  • Verbal Reasoning: Measures verbal comprehension, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
  • Quantitative Reasoning: Measures basic math skills, problem-solving, and data analysis.
  • Analytical Writing: Measures writing and analytical skills.

Question Types

• Verbal Reasoning:
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Text Completion
  • Sentence Equivalence
• Quantitative Reasoning:
  • Problem Solving
  • Quantitative Comparison
  • Data Interpretation
• Analytical Writing:
  • Issue Task
  • Argument Task

Scoring

• The GRE is scored on a scale of 130-170 for Verbal and Quantitative Reasoning, and 0-6 for Analytical Writing.
• The average score is around 150 for Verbal and Quantitative, and 3.5 for Analytical Writing.

Test-Taking Strategies

• Time Management: Allocate time wisely for each section and question.
• Process of Elimination: Eliminate incorrect answer choices to increase the chances of selecting the correct answer.
• Practice: Familiarize yourself with the test format and question types through practice tests and review materials.

Preparation and Resources

• Official Guide: The official study guide provided by ETS.
• Kaplan, Magoosh, and Manhattan Prep: Popular test preparation companies offering study materials and courses.
• Online Resources: Websites, blogs, and forums providing free study materials, practice tests, and tips.

What is the GRE?

• The Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) is a standardized test required for admission to many graduate schools in the United States.
• It is administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS).

Format and Content

• The test consists of three main sections: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing.
• Verbal Reasoning measures verbal comprehension, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Quantitative Reasoning measures basic math skills, problem-solving, and data analysis.
• Analytical Writing measures writing and analytical skills.

Question Types

Verbal Reasoning

• Reading Comprehension
• Text Completion
• Sentence Equivalence

Quantitative Reasoning

• Problem Solving
• Quantitative Comparison
• Data Interpretation

Analytical Writing

• Issue Task
• Argument Task

Scoring

• The GRE is scored on a scale of 130-170 for Verbal and Quantitative Reasoning.
• The scoring scale for Analytical Writing is 0-6.
• The average score is around 150 for Verbal and Quantitative, and 3.5 for Analytical Writing.

Test-Taking Strategies

• Allocate time wisely for each section and question to ensure effective Time Management.
• Use the Process of Elimination to eliminate incorrect answer choices and increase the chances of selecting the correct answer.
• Familiarize yourself with the test format and question types through Practice tests and review materials.

Preparation and Resources

• The Official Guide is the official study guide provided by ETS.
• Popular test preparation companies include Kaplan, Magoosh, and Manhattan Prep, offering study materials and courses.
• Online Resources include websites, blogs, and forums providing free study materials, practice tests, and tips.