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What is GRE?

GRE stands for Graduate Record Examination The GRE is a standardized test and measures skills acquired over a long period of time It is a multiple-choice test given by the Educational Testing Service. The GRE is a computerized test that can be taken at authorized testing centers at virtually any time during the year.

Why GRE?
More MBA programs than ever before are using GRE scores as part of their admissions process. In fact, it's the most widely accepted measure of a student's readiness for graduate-level work in the world. Its the only test that can help you get into graduate or business school And more good news ! The GRE revised General Test, introduced in August 2011, features a flexible, test-taker friendly design that lets you use more of your own personal test-taking style and strategies. Colleges and Universities use the results of the GRE to help them decide which students to accept to their graduate programs Every year 6 Lakh students from 230 countries take the GRE.

Taking the revised General Test

It keeps your options open. If you're unsure about what you want to do after graduation, take the most widely accepted graduate admissions test. GRE scores are accepted for admissions at thousands of university master's and doctoral degree programs worldwide, including more and more MBA programs. That means you may only need to take a single test to be accepted to graduate or business school. It's accessible. You can take the GRE revised General Test at about 700 locations worldwide in more than 160 countries. It's respected. GRE scores are accepted by a fast-growing number of business schools, including many schools top-ranked by The Financial Times, US News & World Report and Bloomberg BusinessWeek, such as Harvard, INSEAD, MIT Sloan, NYU Stern and Stanford. It's a great value. The GRE is less expensive than other graduate admissions tests used by business schools, plus it comes with many FREE services and tools for testtaker success. Learn more about these FREE services. You'll have access to FREE and low-cost official preparation materials created by the GRE test makers, to help you prepare for test day.

 You typically need to first register for a test in your area. You may be able to take a computer version of the test, a paper version, or a split-test that uses both formats You can only take the GRE General Test once per calendar month, and no more than 5 times within any 12month period. GRE Scores are Valid for up to 5 years.

GRE Registration

Registration
There are three ways to register:
1. Web: Through the GRE website (credit card) Phone: Monday through Friday 8am-8pm 1-800-GRE-CALL (1800-473-2255). Email

Get authorization voucher off the GRE website, and send to address on voucher with appropriate payment. Usually takes up to four weeks. Keep in mind when registering that you have to register at least a month ahead of the date you would like to take the test.

The Name You Use When Registering

The name you use when you register must exactly match the name on the identification (ID) documents (without spaces or accents) that you will present on the day of the test. If it does not, you may be prohibited from taking the test or your test scores may be canceled after you take the test. When you register, you must supply your entire last (family/surname) name. If you have a two-part last name, be sure to supply your complete last name as it appears on the ID documents (without spaces or accents) that you will present on the day of the test. Be sure to provide your entire first (given) name (without spaces or accents). Do not register under a nickname and do not register with only an initial as your first name. If you register by phone, please be sure you are registered under your entire first and last names as they appear on your ID. If your online account has already been created, please confirm that the name on your ID documents still matches the name that appears in your account. If they do not, contact GRE Services. It is your responsibility to ensure that your ID documents match your admission ticket on the day of the test.

GRE Exam
Verbal Reasoning
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Quantitative Reasoning

analyze and evaluate written material and synthesize information obtained from it analyze relationships among component parts of sentences understand basic concepts of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis reason quantitatively solve problems in a quantitative setting articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively examine claims and accompanying evidence support ideas with relevant reasons and examples sustain a well-focused, coherent discussion control the elements of standard written English

Analytical Writing

Verbal Reasoning Question Types

The GRE Verbal Reasoning section of the GRE revised General Test contains three types of questions:
Reading Comprehension Text Completion Sentence Equivalence

Reading Comprehension Questions

There are three types of Reading Comprehension questions: 1. Multiple-choice Questions Select One Answer Choice: These are the traditional multiple-choice questions with five answer choices of which you must select one. Multiple-choice Questions Select One or More Answer Choices: These provide three answer choices and ask you to select all that are correct; one, two or all three of the answer choices may be correct. To gain credit for these questions, you must select all the correct answers, and only those; there is no credit for partially correct answers. Select-in-Passage - The question asks you to click on the sentence in the passage that meets a certain description. To answer the question, you choose one of the sentences and click on it; clicking anywhere on a sentence will highlight it.

Text Completion questions

Include a passage composed of one to five sentences with one to three blanks. There are three answer choices per blank, or five answer choices if there is a single blank. There is a single correct answer, consisting of one choice for each blank. You receive no credit for partially correct answers.

Sentence Equivalence Questions

Consist of a single sentence, one blank, and six answer choices. These questions require you to select two of the answer choices. You receive no credit for partially correct answers.

Sample Questions
From the outset, the concept of freedom of the seas from the proprietary claims of nations was challenged by a contrary notion that of the _______ of the oceans for reasons of national security and profit. promotion exploration surveying conservation appropriation Correct Answer: appropriation Although it does contain some pioneering ideas, one would hardly characterize the work as __________. orthodox eccentric original trifling conventional innovative

Sample Questions Continued

Reviving the practice of using elements of popular music in classical composition, an approach that had been in hibernation in the United States during the 1960s, composer Philip Glass (born 1937) embraced the ethos of popular music without imitating it. Glass based two symphonies on music by rock musicians David Bowie and Brian Eno, but the symphonies' sound is distinctively his. Popular elements do not appear out of place in Glass's classical music, which from its early days has shared certain harmonies and rhythms with rock music. Yet this use of popular elements has not made Glass a composer of popular music. His music is not a version of popular music packaged to attract classical listeners; it is high art for listeners steeped in rock rather than the classics. Consider each of the three choices separately and select all that apply. The passage suggests that Glass's work displays which of the following qualities? 1. A return to the use of popular music in classical compositions An attempt to elevate rock music to an artistic status more closely approximating that of classical music A long-standing tendency to incorporate elements from two apparently disparate musical styles Correct Answer: A and C

Quantitative Reasoning Question Types

The revised Quantitative Reasoning section contains four types of questions: 1. Multiple-choice Questions Select One Answer Choice

These questions are multiple-choice questions that ask you to select only one answer choice from a list of five choices.
1. Multiple-choice Questions Select One or More Answer Choices

These questions are multiple-choice questions that ask you to select one or more answer choices from a list of choices. A question may or may not specify the number of choices to select.
Numeric Entry Questions

Questions of this type ask you either to enter the answer as an integer or a decimal in a single answer box or to enter it as a fraction in two separate boxes one for the numerator and one for the denominator. In the computer-based test, the computer mouse and keyboard are used to enter the answer.

Quantitative Comparison Questions

Quantitative Comparison Questions Questions of this type ask you to compare two quantities Quantity A and Quantity B and then determine which of four statements describes the comparison. Data Interpretation Sets-questions the are grouped together and refer to the same table, graph or other data presentation. These questions ask you to interpret or analyze the given data. The types of questions may be Multiple-choice (both types) or Numeric Entry.

Sample Questions
Each employee of a certain company is in either Department X or Department Y, and there are more than twice as many employees in Department X as in Department Y. The average (arithmetic mean) salary is $25,000 for the employees in Department X and is $35,000 for the employees in Department Y. Which of the following amounts could be the average salary for all of the employees in the company? Indicate all such amounts. 1. $26,000 $28,000 $29,000 $30,000 $31,000 $32,000 $34,000 Correct Answer: A and B

Sample Questions
1) Quantity A Quantity B X^2+1 2X-1 A)Quantity A is greater. B)Quantity B is greater. C)The two quantities are equal. D)The relationship cannot be determined from the information given. Correct Answer: A 2)If the value of inventory at Business K was $30,000 for April, what was the value of inventory at Business K for June? A)$22,500 B)$29,925 C)$30,000 D)$33,000 E)$33,075 Correct Answer: B

Analytical Writing
The Analytical Writing section measures your ability to: 1. articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively support ideas with relevant reasons and examples examine claims and accompanying evidence sustain a well-focused, coherent discussion control the elements of standard written English The Analytical Writing section requires you to provide focused responses based on the tasks presented, so you can accurately demonstrate your skill in directly responding to a task.

When Should You Take the Tests

Sooner the better Preferably in your third year. The subject test should be typed on the computer. Take by November to make the deadline for application. Many individuals take the GRE general test more than once.

GRE Score
Measure Scores Reported

Verbal Reasoning 130 170, in 1 point increments Quantitative Reasoning 130 170, in 1 point increments Analytical Writing 0 6, in half point increments If no questions are answered for a specific measure (e.g., Verbal Reasoning), then you will receive a No Score (NS) for that measure. Scores are valid for five years.

GRE Percentile

GRE percentiles refers to the percentile ranking of an individual score received on the Graduate Record Examination Each section of the GRE is scored on a predetermined scale Percentile rank is calculated by dividing the total number of scores below the score being ranked by the total number of scores in the batch, then multiplying the result by 100.

Score and Percentiles from Different Testing Years

Since the norm group changes every year, a single score (e.g., 560) may have a slightly different rank in 2003 (PR 76) than in 2004 (PR 75). The reason is that the reference group for 2003 scores is based on examinees from 19982001 and the reference group for 2004 scores is based on examinees from 1999-2002.

What Does GRE Score Mean

Gre Score - (Z-Score)(100) + 500 Z-score = (X-u) / s If you score 1 SD above the mean,your Gre score would be 600. If you score 2 SD below the mean,your Gre score would be 300.

GRE Test and Scoring pattern

GRE is a Computer Adaptive Test Your answer to a question will determine the toughness of next question Answers you give for the first 6 to 7 questions play an important role in what score you get.
Verbal Percentiles 99% - 800 Score 90% - 650 Score 80% - 570 Score 70% - 530 Score 60% - 490 Score Quant Percentiles 94% - 800 Score 90% - 780 Score 80% - 740 Score 70% - 690 Score 60% -650 Score

Analytical Writing 6 - 98% 5.5 - 92% 5 - 81% 4.5 - 63% 4 - 41%

Score Level Descriptors

6 - Insightful analyses of complex ideas; logically compelling reasons; well

organized; skillful sentence variety; few or no usage errors.

5 - Generally thoughtful analysis of ideas; logically sound reasons; generally well organized; sentence variety conveys meaning; minor usage errors. 4 - Competent analysis of ideas, relevant reasons, adequately organized; satisfactory control of sentence structure; some usage errors. 3 - Some Competence though flawed in one or more of the following: limited analysis or development, weak organization or control of sentence structure, usage errors that result in vagueness. 2 - Serious weakness in at least one of the following: lack of analysis, development, or organization, serious problems in sentence structure, usage errors obscure meaning. 1 - Fundamental deficiencies: content that is confusing or irrelevant, little or no development, pervasive errors.

Test Description
GRE Subject Test o You should receive your results in 4- 6 weeks after taking the test. o You get 4 free reports to send to Universities that you must pick when you register, each additional one is $15 The GRE General Test: o Your results will be mailed out to you 10-15 days after writing the test o You get 4 free reports to send to Universities that you register for after exam.

Old GRE and Revised GRE

REVISED GRE
5 Sections 130 to 170 Score Adaptive only between sections Emphasis on Reading Comp. Reasoning is the key! Multiple Choices; FIBs (Quant)

OLD GRE
3 Sections 200 to 800 Score Computer Adaptive Emphasis on Vocabulary Importance to cramming Single choice answers

Some Specifics
New GRE tests Launched August 1, 2011 For test takers from August through October / November 2011 scores will not be available until late November 2011. From early December, Current reporting practices will resume GRE Subject Test Fourteen of the top 20 ranked M.B.A. programs from the 2012 edition of our Best Business School Rankings are now accepting the GRE for the fall 2011 entering class.

Alternate Testing Centers

If you are more than 125 miles from nearest test station for the paper based general or Subject test you can apply to take the test at a nearer place, you must: Be received by the special registration deadline for the General Test or the Subject Test. Include the name and complete address of an institution and staff member willing to administer the test Indicate if you would prefer another test date or a refund since centers cannot be guaranteed Explain why the available test centers are not suitable.

Right approach to Cracking The GRE

Have fun, while you learn! Emphasize more on Verbal Vocabulary: Focus on simple words with second meaning (List, Milk, Nice, Toy) GRE is more than Vocabulary; It is a test of reasoning & common sense! At least ONE month of serious preparation! Practice, practice, practice! LIVE GRE! Target 1200+ Score and get it!

GRE Acceptance

Countries : US, Canada, Singapore, Australia, France, Spain, UK, China, Belgium Courses : Masters In English., Medical, Arts, Law & also Management.

GRE Accepting Universities

Harvard University

Harvard University is the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States and currently comprises ten separate academic units. It is also the first and oldest corporation in the United States. The Following Masters degrees are offered by this University, 1. Computer Science (MSc) Biological Sciences in Dental Medicine (M.Sc.) Business Economics (MA) Biological Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology (MSc) LL.M. (Master of Law) MD/MBA

http://www.harvard.edu//

Stanford University
Stanford University is recognized as one of the world's leading research and teaching institutions. The Following are some Master Degrees that are Offered by this University: 1. Chemical Engineering (MSc) Computer Science (MSc) Civil & Environmental Engineering (MSc) Electrical Engineering (MSc) Mechanical Engineering (MSc) Masters of Medicine (MOM) Masters of Human Genetics and Genetic Counseling Economics (MSc) Biology (MSc) Along with this Master Degree , this University accepts GRE score for Computer Science (BSc) Bachelors Degree http://www.stanford.edu/

The University of Chicago

The University of Chicago is uniquely positioned to contribute to, and draw from, the strength and diversity of this world-class metropolis. It have also made an indelible mark on Changing the World at large. The Following are some Master Degrees that are Offered by this University: 1. Master of Law (LLM) MD-MBA Physical Sciences (MSc) Biological Sciences (MSc) http://www.uchicago.edu

Princeton University
Princeton simultaneously strives to be one of the leading research universities and the most outstanding undergraduate college in the world. The Following are some Master Degrees that are Offered by this University: 1. Master of Architecture (MArch) Chemical Engineering (MSc) Chemistry (MSc) Civil and Environmental Engineering (MEng) Electrical Engineering (MEng) Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MEng) Operations Research and Financial Engineering (MEng) Master in Finance (M.Fin.)

http://www.princeton.edu

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Top 10 Universities Accepting GRE for MBA

Name of the University Rank Stanford University 1 Harvard University 2 Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Sloan) 3 University of Pennsylvania (Wharton) 3 Dartmouth College (Tuck) 7 Columbia University 9 New York University (Stern) 10 Yale University 10 Duke University (Fugua) 12 University of Virginia (Darden) 13

Top Colleges for MS in Computer Science

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), US 1 Stanford University, US 2 University of Cambridge, UK 3 University of California, Berkeley (UCB), US 4 Harvard University, US 5 University of Oxford, Uk 6 California Institute of Technology (Caltech), US 7 University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), US 8 Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), US 9 University of Toronto, Canada 10 ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), Switzerland 11 National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore 12 Princeton University, US 13 Cornell University, US 14 Imperial College London, UK 15

Source: US News

Top Colleges for MS in Civil

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), US 1 Stanford University, US 2 University of Cambridge, UK 3 University of California, Berkeley (UCB), US 4 Imperial College London, UK 5 University of Oxford, UK 6 National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore 7 The University of Tokyo, Tokyo 8 California Institute of Technology (Caltech), US 9 ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), Switzerland 10 University of Melbourne, Australia 11 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), US 12 Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), Netherlands 13 University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), US 14 University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin), US 15

Source: US News

Top Colleges for MS in Chemical

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), US 1 University of Cambridge, UK 2 University of California, Berkeley (UCB), US 3 University of Oxford, UK 4 Stanford University, US 5 University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), US 6 California Institute of Technology (Caltech), US 7 Imperial College London, UK 8 Yale University, US 9 National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore 10 ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), Switzerland 11 University of Melbourne, Australia 12 Princeton University, US 13 University of Toronto, Canada 14 McGill University, Canada 15

Source: US News

Top Colleges for MS in Mechanical

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), US 1 University of Cambridge, UK 2 Harvard University, US 3 Stanford University, US 4 University of California, Berkeley (UCB), US 5 University of Oxford, UK 6 Imperial College London, UK 7 University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), US 8 California Institute of Technology (Caltech), US 9 National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore 10 ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), Switzerland 11 Cornell University, US 12 Yale University, US 13 University of Michigan, US 14 Princeton University, US 15

Source: US News