What’s a Good GRE Quantitative Score? A Bad Score?

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You already know the GRE Quantitative section is all about math. But how high of a score do you truly need to do well on it? And what’s a good GRE Quantitative score for the grad programs you’re applying to?

In this article, we’ll go over the basics of GRE scoring and what’s considered a good Quantitative score. We’ll then take an in-depth look at how you can set, as well as achieve, your ideal GRE Quantitative score.

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GRE Math Cheat Sheet: The 38 Formulas You Must Know

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If you’re worried about the GRE Quant section, you’re not alone. Not everyone taking the GRE is an aspiring engineer or an exceptional mathematician. In fact, many of us are surprised to find we remember little of the basic math concepts we studied back in high school. (When I took the GRE in 2015, I hadn’t studied math in more than six years!)

But Quant really isn’t all that bad, as long as you know what to expect. And it never hurts to have a couple of tricks up your sleeve, either. No, I’m not talking about cheating. Just our handy, dandy GRE formulas!

For this GRE math cheat sheet, I’ll explain why all test takers should memorize GRE math formulas, go over what these formulas are, and give you detailed tips on how to integrate them effectively into your test prep.

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The 4 Best GRE Apps and How to Use Them

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Ever wondered what it’s like studying for the GRE? Chances are you envision a giant pile of textbooks or a floor submerged in crumpled-up scratch paper. But did you know you can also study for the GRE using your smart phone? GRE apps allow you to hone your test-taking skills anytime, anywhere. And some of them are completely free, too.

Follow along as we take a look at the top four GRE prep apps and the unique benefits they offer test takers. We’ll also go over what makes a good GRE app and give you tips on how you can integrate apps into your studies.

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Average GRE Scores by School: Scores and Analysis

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Congrats on making the choice to apply to grad school! But what types of GRE scores are your schools, and more importantly your programs, looking for? In reality, you won’t dig up much if you’re searching for average GRE scores by school. But if you search for average GRE scores by program, you’ll get a clear sense of the scores you should be aiming for.

In this article, I’ll explain why it’s important to search for average GRE scores by program instead of by school, as well as how you can find GRE scores for grad schools and use them to set a personalized goal score, ultimately giving you the best possible shot at getting admitted to your programs!

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Average GRE Scores by Major: What Scores Do You Need?

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You’ve probably heard of GRE percentiles, and perhaps you’re familiar with what the current average GRE scores are. But what about average GRE scores by major? Do engineering majors really score higher on Quant than arts and humanities majors? More importantly, what are the average GRE scores for the schools and majors you’re interested in?

Follow along as we analyze the average GRE scores by major. We’ll also show you how to figure out the average GRE scores for your programs and explain what these scores mean for you.

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How to Send GRE Scores: Step-by-Step Guide

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Sending GRE scores should be a simple process, but sometimes it’s as tricky and complicated as the GRE itself is. What’s the easiest way to send GRE scores? How much does it cost to send GRE scores? And what is “ScoreSelect” anyway?

In this article, we’ll go over exactly how to send GRE scores. We’ll start by looking at the various types of score reports and how much it costs to send GRE scores before explaining how to make sure your scores get to your schools by application deadlines.

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