GRE/GMAT Prep
Resources for graduate school entrance exams
GRE Overview
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is a standardized test that is an admissions requirement for many graduate schools, particularly in the United States.
Sections include:
- Verbal Reasoning - Analyzing written material and relationships among words and concepts
- Quantitative Reasoning - Problem-solving abilities using mathematical models
- Analytical Writing - Critical thinking and analytical writing skills
GMAT Overview
The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is a computer adaptive test intended to assess analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills for admission to graduate management programs, such as MBA.
Sections include:
- Analytical Writing Assessment - Analyzing an argument
- Integrated Reasoning - Interpreting graphic data and analyzing information
- Quantitative Section - Math and problem-solving abilities
- Verbal Section - Reading comprehension, critical reasoning, sentence correction
Preparation Tips
- Take diagnostic tests to identify strengths and weaknesses
- Create a study schedule at least 3-6 months before the test
- Use official study materials from ETS (for GRE) or GMAC (for GMAT)
- Practice with full-length practice tests
- Consider a prep course if self-study is challenging
- Focus on test-taking strategies as well as content knowledge