Sunday, July 18, 2010

How to Pass the GRE Exam

1- Start with the most up to date information by going to http://www.gre.org
   Check back frequently to stay aware of GRE events.


2- Divide your time between the three sections: Math(Quantitative), Vocabulary and Reading(Verbal), and Analytical Writing(Essay).

3-Give yourself at least 4 weeks to prepare. 45 minutes twice a day for 4 weeks = 2520 minutes or 42 hours. That type of preparation really pays off. If you only have a few days, math is the easiest to section to earn points on, since building a new vocabulary takes practice.

4- For vocabulary, practice vocabulary lists and latin roots of words, dictionary.com can help you find the latin roots and help with pronunciation.

5-   For Math, focus on 9th to 11th grade math. The GRE does not test calculus, trigonometry, or advanced algebra.

6-  For the essay section, practice OUTLINING essays. The framework is harder than the filling for each section. If you have extra time, google "common english grammar mistakes" and use it to your advantage.

 7- Get outside help. Go to your local college campus library and you will find many Expensive books for the GRE. You can use these books for free by using your library card.

GRE Exam Day Preparation

Every year a large number of students appear for GRE to fulfill the dream to continue the high degree colleges and universities in the U.S. Only in India in 2008 yet. 75,000 students appear for GRE. This suggests that competition is heavy for U.S university admission. 


 GRE Preparation Plan

Make a GRE preparation plan according to the number of days you have before the GRE Exam. One of the easiest and high scoring option is GRE world list. Refer any GRE reference books for this and make flash cards. Every day in the morning memorize around 10-15 words and revise it at the end of the day. Also, when next morning you memorize new set of words revise all the accumulated old ones as well. Even if you forget some of them need not worry, just follow this routine for a month and you will see good result.
Refer your 10th and 12th grade Mathematics books to read GRE Math concepts and formulas and to improve your GRE reading comprehension score read, read and read a lot.
Practice lot of GRE tests online and analyze every test carefully to find your strength and weaknesses. Make a note of all the mistakes that you commit during the test and try to avoid them during next GRE practice tests.
GRE Tips for Penultimate Day
Prior to the GRE Exam day go for a movie or do something so that you feel relaxed. Last minute preparation doesn't help,it only adds to the tress before the GRE Exam.

When the GRE Test begins, start slowly and be relaxed. Ned not rush to solve the questions because you
might miss out on some of the important instructions. Remember initial few questions will set the tone for your so solve first few questions CAREFULLY. Try to solve them correctly even if you are slow.
In the middle of the GRE Test if you get stuck on any one question, do not waste your time just move on. Its very important that you are able to browse through all the GRE questions because usually there is a high penalty for questions you are not able to reach during the GRE test.

Saturday, July 10, 2010

GRE Exam Cost


$140 for individuals testing in United States, U.S. Territories, and Puerto Rico

$195 for individuals testing in China (including Hong Kong), Korea and Taiwan.

$170 for individuals testing in all other locations

Fees are subject to change without notice. The above amount is exclusive of any value-added or similar taxes. Any tax is payable in addition to the amounts quoted.

Why GRE?

As mention above, the GRE is likely to be a requirement if you want to study aboard at a graduate (Master level or higher) degree program in the US, or in most other English-speaking countries. A good GRE score will make you a better candidates for admissions, while the lack of a GRE score might prevent you from being considered as a potential student at all.

What is GRE?

The Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) Exam is conducted by ETS. Students who have graduated from an undergraduate collage program and are planning to pursue a graduate degree are likely to require a GRE score as an admission requirement. Most collages in US as well as some around the world have the GRE Exam as a mandatory for admission into graduate programs.