What are GRE score percentiles, and why do they matter? Here’s what you need to know about GRE percentile scores before exam day.

If you want to go to grad school, you’re likely considering the GRE. This is a test I know a lot about, and one stat that stands out to me is that the average score on the analytical writing section ...

The GRE is a test that many universities require for their master’s and Ph.D. programs. It merely checks how well you think, ...

Each GRE verbal or quantitative reasoning test produces a total score from 130-170 in 1-point increments, where the analytical writing test receives a score between 0 and 6 in half-point increments.

Millions of test-takers sign up for the ACT, SAT, or another standardized test every year. Admissions officers rely on test scores when making acceptance decisions. So it's important to understand ...

The GMAT is the standard option for MBA program admissions, but the GRE is accepted at many graduate programs, too. The GMAT is specialized for business school. It has a difficult quantitative section ...

There is a registration fee for taking the GRE, so before signing up, you want to be sure that the programs/schools you are considering require the test. You also want to be sure to pay attention to ...

Future lawyers often consider this question: Which test will open more doors: the LSAT or the GRE? Law school admissions are more competitive than ever. Recent 2025 data show that law school ...

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The GRE, the nearly four-hour marathon of a test that has been the bane of many aspiring graduate students, is being cut in half. It will now take less than two hours. The Educational Testing Service, ...

Should psychology departments require the GRE test for admission? What can we do to get the best applicants, promote diversity, and comply with the law? The GRE Test The GRE tests applicants’ math and ...