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How Many Questions Are on the GRE?

Ellen McCammonFebruary 14, 2017July 25, 2017GRE General Infogre format

If you’ve been frantically Googling “how many questions are on the GRE exam” and “GRE number of questions,” you’re not alone.

In this straightforward, de-mystifying guide, we’ll lay out how many questions you can expect to see on the GRE. You’ll find out how many questions will be scored for your exam versus how many you will actually need to answer on test day. We’ll go over both the computer and the paper-based GRE, and discuss how many questions on the GRE matter for you in your efforts to get a particular score.

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ETS Code Lookup: 3-Step Guide

Laura StaffaroniFebruary 14, 2017April 11, 2017GRE Logisticsets, gre score report, rules and regulations

You’re done with the GRE, done at last! Now all you need to do is send your score reports to the right schools, using the ETS code. But what is an ETS code, and why do you need it? I’ll go over both of these things, along with how to look up the ETS codes for the schools you’re applying to, in this article.

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The Ultimate Physics GRE Study Guide: 7 Expert Tips

Hannah MunizFebruary 13, 2017September 10, 2017GRE Subject Testsphysics1 Comment

Considering a master’s degree or a Ph.D. in physics? As part of your grad school application, you’ll likely need to take the Physics GRE — one of six GRE subject tests. But what kind of physics is on the exam? And how can you guarantee you’ll get a high score?

In this ultimate guide, we’ll go over everything you need to know for the Physics GRE, including how the exam is scored and what kind of content it tests you on. We’ll also cover effective study strategies and give you our top test-taking tips for acing the Physics GRE!

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The 7 Best GRE Vocab Quizzes

Christine SarikasFebruary 13, 2017July 10, 2017GRE Verbalgre practice, gre quiz, gre vocab, preparing for the gre

If you’re studying for the GRE, you likely know that it’s important to have a strong vocabulary before test day. GRE vocab quizzes are one of the best ways to learn new vocabulary words, and you may even have a bit of fun in the process!

GRE vocabulary quizzes have become increasingly popular recently, but some are higher-quality than others. It’s important to only take the best GRE vocab quizzes since low-quality quizzes won’t really help you prepare for the test.

In this guide, we explain everything vocab quizzes can and can’t help you with, what you should be looking for in a GRE vocab quiz, what the best seven GRE vocabulary quizzes are, and end with more resources to take your vocab prep to the next level.

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Need GRE Help? Read This Guide!

Laura StaffaroniFebruary 13, 2017September 7, 2017GRE Prepgre prep courses, online prep, preparing for the gre, self-study

The GRE is pretty intimidating — taking a test that changes its difficulty level depending on how many questions you answer correctly can seem scary and a little dystopian at first. As such, it’s totally normal to want GRE help, especially given how important the exam is for grad school admissions.

There’s an abundance of resources for GRE test help out there, and in this article, I’ll go over the pros and cons of each one to help you decide what’s right for you.

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What Is a Good GPA for Grad School?

Hannah MunizFebruary 13, 2017July 27, 2017Grad Schoolapplying to grad school, gpa, graduate school1 Comment

When you graduated college, you were probably relieved that GPAs were finally over and done with — alas, that’s not the case if you’re applying to grad school. While there’s no overall minimum GPA for grad school, it can be tough to into grad school without stellar grades, no matter how passionate you are about your chosen field. Still, it’s not impossible!

Come with me as we investigate the GPA needed for grad school and why GPA is such an important part of your grad school application. We’ll also teach you how to search for GPA expectations by program and give you tips on what you can do to make up for a low GPA.

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How to Get a Perfect GRE Score: 10 Expert Tips

Ellen McCammonFebruary 13, 2017July 25, 2017GRE Prepperfect score, preparing for the gre, study tips, what's a good score

A perfect GRE score can seem like a magic bullet that will make all your dreams come true. But is this really the case?

In this total guide to perfect GRE scores, we’ll discuss what a perfect score on the GRE is. Then we’ll delve into the potential benefits and drawbacks of pursuing a perfect score and the question of whether or not you need a perfect score. Finally, we’ll wrap up with some tips on achieving that GRE perfect score, should you decide to pursue one.

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GRE Score Report: What It Is, What It Says, and How to Send It

Hannah MunizFebruary 8, 2017February 8, 2024GRE General Info, GRE Logisticsgre score report, gre scores, rules and regulations

Taking the GRE can be a terrifying endeavor, but sometimes it’s looking at the score report that is the ultimate test of courage. Unfortunately, even after you calm your nerves enough to look at your score, you can still end up confused. What exactly does a GRE score report contain? How can you tell if you scored well on the GRE?

In this article, we’ll explore everything you need to know about the ETS GRE score report. Together, we’ll take a look at the various sections of the GRE score report, go over what your schools see on their score reports, and discuss the different methods for sending scores to your schools on and after test day.

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50 GRE Root Words You Should Know

Ellen McCammonFebruary 8, 2017July 25, 2017GRE Verbalgre vocab, preparing for the gre, study tips

Some people tout learning GRE word roots as the key to conquering the vocab questions on the Verbal section. But are they correct?

In this comprehensive introduction to root words for GRE Verbal, we’ll introduce the root word strategy, consider the pros and cons, and make our own recommendation about how to best use and study root words in your own prep plan. Plus, we have a list of some common word roots that you may find useful for the GRE!

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The Best GRE Reading Comprehension Practice

Christine SarikasFebruary 8, 2017July 10, 2017GRE Prep, GRE Verbalgre practice, question types, reading comprehension

GRE Reading Comprehension questions can be one of the most intimidating question types you see on the exam. You’re expected to read a high-level passage on one of a large number of diverse topics, then answer questions on main idea, author’s viewpoint, supporting evidence, and more. It’s easy to feel like these questions are overwhelming, especially if you haven’t done a lot of preparation yet.

But the good news is, we’re here to help. This guide will explain everything you need to know to get great GRE Reading Comprehension Practice. We’ll go over what to expect from reading comprehension questions, how to prepare for these questions, the practice materials you should use, and strategies to use when answering these questions.

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