Meaning of GRE

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[Pathak]

The GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) is a standardized test taken by students who are applying to postgraduate courses in the US and in some other parts of the world.

Definition of 'Graduate Record Examination

GRE' is a standardized exam used to measure one's aptitude for abstract thinking in the areas of analytical writing, mathematics and vocabulary.

The GRE is commonly used by many graduate schools to determine an applicant's eligibility for the program.

The GRE is only offered via computer, however in areas which lack the appropriate computer networks, a paper-based exam may be given.

About GRE exam

There are actually two GRE examinations:

The General Test

The Subject Tests

GRE General Test is a test of verbal and quantitative reasoning skills and analytical writing.

Students taking the General test after 1st August 2011 will have to take the Revised GRE General Test.

Unlike the General test, which is unrelated to any specific undergraduate course, the GRE Subject tests are offered in eight specific subject areas and attempt to measure a student�s performance in a subject in which they have majored at undergraduate level.

The GRE is produced by the Educational Testing Service, a US-based non-profit organization.

Admissions committees use the scores along with undergraduate records, recommendations and other relevant criteria in evaluating candidates for admission to graduate courses.

For some courses GRE is a prerequisite; for others it may be recommended or not required.

Always check the requirements of individual institutions before applying.