A Guide to GRE Preparation Ava Drennen, MA MARC U-STAR Graduate Assistant.

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A Guide to GRE Preparation Ava Drennen, MA MARC U-STAR Graduate Assistant

Overview of the GRE  Questions assess important skills for graduate school: »Verbal Reasoning (20 Q per section, 2 sections, 30 min ea section)  Reading Comprehension, Text Completion, Sentence Equivalence »Quantitative Reasoning (20 Q per section, 2 sections, 35 min ea section)  Quantitative Comparisons, MC (Select 1), MC (Select 1 or 1+), Numeric Entry »Analytical Writing (2 essays, 30 min ea)  Analyze an Issue, Analyze an Argument A GUIDE TO GRE PREPARATION3/4/14 2

GRE Preparation Timeline A GUIDE TO GRE PREPARATION 3 3/4/14

Study Materials  Free on ETS website »Study materials: sample questions with explanations, math skills refresher »Full-length practice tests  Free Khan Academy videos on Quantitative topics »  Many study materials available for purchase »ETS materials on website (including Analytical Writing graded practice essays) Kaplan preparation guides, flashcards, etc. A GUIDE TO GRE PREPARATION 4 3/4/14

Study Tips  Don’t cram for the GRE. Study regularly!  Use practice test scores to inform your study plan  Study with friends or classmates  Word of the Day/Week »Merriam-Webster Online, Dictionary.com, The New York Times Learning Network Online A GUIDE TO GRE PREPARATION 5 3/4/14

Test-Taking Strategies  Use scratch paper and an on-screen calculator  What response type is required?  Budget your time »Easier questions then harder questions »Plan essay, write essay, leave time to check for obvious errors  “Mark” and “Review” questions  Not sure? Give it your best guess! »Try not to leave questions blank. A GUIDE TO GRE PREPARATION 6 3/4/14

How to Register for the GRE  Create a My GRE Account at »Follow instructions online to register  Regular price is $185  Fee reduction certificates are available based on financial need A GUIDE TO GRE PREPARATION 7 3/4/14

GRE Test Day Tips  Get a good night’s sleep and eat breakfast!  Dress comfortably to accommodate room temperature  Bring your ID (check website for details); leave personal items and electronics (like smart phones) at home  ScoreSelect Options—What will graduate schools see? »On Test Day: Most Recent or All »After Test Day: Most Recent, All, or Any A GUIDE TO GRE PREPARATION 8 3/4/14

Questions or Comments? A GUIDE TO GRE PREPARATION 9 3/4/14