GRE Frequently Asked Questions

What Does GRE Stand for? (What Do the Initials GRE Stand for?)

The GRE stands for Graduate Record Examinations. It has two parts: General Test and Subject Test. The General Test consists of analogy, antonym, reading comprehension, sentence completion, problem solving, and quantitative comparison.

What Is a Good Score on the GRE?

There is no so-called good or acceptable score.

When Should the GRE Be Taken?

It can be taken any time in a year. However, it is better to take it before the application season. That is, from September to January, the next year.

How Much Does the GRE Cost?

The GRE General Test registration fee is $115 and $140 outside the United States.

Can I retake the GRE?

The decision on whether or not to retake a standardized test should be based on your specific situation. There is always the possibility that you will score lower the second time around, however, if you know that you were not prepared to take the test the first time around and want to improve your score, then you should retake the test. If, on the other hand, you feel that there is not much you can do differently the second time around, you should retake the test only if you must earn a higher score or if you are willing to take the chance of scoring lower the second time. (Keep in mind that for the GRE General Test, many graduate programs take into consideration only the highest score earned in each section. What this means is that if you scored a 550 verbal / 660 quantitative on your first trial and a 600 verbal / 580 quantitative on your second trial, the admissions committee will consider your score to be a 600 verbal / 660 quantitative. Each graduate program evaluates your score differently. Contact your target programs to learn how they handle the GRE score.)

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