GRE Test
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1. OVERVIEW
Prospective graduate school applicants across a wide range of disciplines take the GRE General Test. GRE scores are used by admissions or fellowship panels to supplement their undergraduate records, recommendation letters and other qualifications for graduate-level study. Some Subject Tests yield sub-scores that can indicate the strengths and weaknesses in an individual test taker’s preparation and may also be useful for guidance and placement purposes.
2. Benefits of the GRE Test
The GRE General Test and GRE Subject Tests were designed to achieve a specific intended purpose that adds value to the admissions decision-making process. Understanding what the tests were designed to measure and predict can help administrators and faculty assign an appropriate role for the use of test scores, without over-relying upon them to accomplish more than they can.
3. The content and structure of the GRE tests
3.1 The GRE General test
The GRE General Test measures:
- Verbal Reasoning skill
- Quantitative Reasoning skill
- Analytical Writing skill are developed through a long period of time and are not related to a specific field of study.
GRE General Test Scoring:
- Verbal Reasoning is scored on a scale from 130 to 170, in 1-point increments
- Quantitative Reasoning is scored on a scale from 130 to 170, in 1-point increments
- Analytical Writing is scored on a scale of 0 to 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.
Total testing time: 1 hour and 58 minutes
Test format: there are five sections in the test
Measure | Number of Questions | Allotted Time |
|---|---|---|
Analytical Writing | One “Analyze an Issue” task | 30 minutes |
Verbal Reasoning | Section 1: 12 questions Section 2: 15 questions | Section 1: 18 minutes Section 2: 23 minutes |
Quantitative Reasoning | Section 1: 12 questions Section 2: 15 questions | Section 1: 21 minutes Section 2: 26 minutes |
The Analytical Writing section will always be first. The Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning sections may appear in any order after the Analytical Writing section.
Test Design Features:
The advanced adaptive design of the GRE General Test allows you to freely move forward and backward throughout an entire section. Specific features include:
- Preview and review capabilities within a section.
- “Mark” and “Review” features to tag questions, so you can skip them and return later if you have time remaining in the section.
- The ability to change/edit answers within a section.
- An on-screen calculator for the Quantitative Reasoning section.
Report Scores & Reportable History:
- For tests done after July 01, 2016, test takers’ scores can be used for resume applying for 5 years after the test date. For example, the test score from July 03, 2020 test date is valid until July 02, 2025.
- For tests done before July 1, 2016, test takers’ scores will be used for resume applying for 5 years after the test date (01/07-30/06). For example, the test score from May 15, 2016 test date is valid until June 30, 2021.
- GRE scores achieved before July 2015 will not be valid for use for resume application. GRE scores achieved in July 2015 is valid until June 30, 2021.
Note: GRE scores sending procedure will take 5 business days. If you have plans to send scores when the deadline is closing, please sent your request soon.
3.2 The GRE Subject tests
The GRE Subject Tests measure achievement in specific subject areas and assume undergraduate majors or extensive background in those disciplines. These tests are available in the following disciplines:
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Psychology
Beginning in September 2023, the GRE Subject Tests will be administered on computer worldwide on the dates below. At home testing will also be offered in most locations.
- September 14, 2026, through September 27, 2026
- October 19, 2026, through November 1, 2026
- April 19, 2027, through May 2, 2027
Note that the GRE Chemistry Test was discontinued in May 2023. The GRE Biology Test and the GRE Literature in English Test were discontinued in May 2021. Scores on these tests will continue to be reportable for 5 years per GRE score reporting policy.
GRE Subject Test Scoring:
Every Subject Test yields a total score on a 200 to 990 score scale, in 10-point increments. Note that each of the individual test scales occupies only a portion of the 200 to 990 score range.
For Physics and Psychology Tests taken beginning in September 2023, percent correct subscores are reported on a 0–100 score scale, in 1-point increments.
For Physics and Psychology Tests taken prior to September 2023, equated subscores are reported on a 20–99 score scale, in 1-point increments, although the range for any particular Subject Test subscore is usually smaller.
Total testing time:
Testing time for the GRE Mathematics Test is 2 hours and 50 minutes. Testing time for the GRE Physics Test and Psychology Test is 2 hours.
4. ON TEST DAY
What to Bring to the Test Administration at IIG Vietnam:
For pop-up test sites (site codes beginning with “STN”)
- Vietnamese candidates must bring either: (1) An original, valid (unexpired) Passport; or (2) An original, valid (unexpired) National ID.
- Foreign candidates must bring an original, valid (unexpired) Passport.
For AP&C test sites
- Vietnamese candidates must bring either:
An original, valid (unexpired) Passport bearing the candidate’s signature; or
An original, valid (unexpired) National ID. Candidates may be required to sign the card using a permanent, non-erasable pen. The ID must be presented together with one of the following: (1) Student ID Card; (2) Student Enrollment Certificate containing the candidate’s photo, full name, date of birth, signature, and the institution’s official stamp; or (3) Original driver’s license.
Foreign candidates must bring an original, valid (unexpired) Passport.
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