GRE- An Overview

The GRE General Test measures verbal reasoning,, quantitative reasoning, 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 fo study.

The skill measured include the test taker's ability to

analyze and evaluate written material and sythesize information obtained from it

analyze relationships among component parts of sentences

recognize relationships between words and concepts

The skills measured include the test taker's ability to

understand basic concepts of arithmetic, algebra, geometry and data analysis

reason quantitatively

solve problems in a quantitative setting

The skills measured include the test taker's ability to

articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively

examine claims and accompanying evidence

support ideas with relavant reasons and examples

sustain a well-focused, coherent discussion

control the elements of standard written English

The GRE composed of Analytical Writing, Verbal and Quantitative sections

Registration Fee is $160

Canditates and designated institutions receive test scores within 10-15 days of test administration

The total score is 1600 (Verbal and Quantitative)

Two essays: 0 to 6

The test is open through out the year

The test takes up to 2 hours and 30 minutes

The score is valid for 5 years from the date of the test