10 FAQ’s About Revised GRE in GRE
ETS will offer Revised GRE starting August 1, 2011. Here is a list of 10 frequently asked questions about Revised GRE 2011.
1) What is the format of Revised GRE?
You can go back to edit your answers.
Built-in Calculator is available.
New question types will appear in Verbal and Quantitative sections.
GRE Verbal: Current vs Revised GRE
GRE Math: Current vs Revised GRE
2) What will be the new scoring system in Revised GRE?
In current GRE pattern, Verbal and Quantitative section’s score range between 200 to 800. In Revised GRE, scoring scale for Verbal and Math section will be 130 to 170 with 1 point increment. Analytical writing will be 0 to 6.
3) What will be the fees for Revised GRE Exam?
GRE Test takers can save 50% on Revised GRE, if you register to take the test between August 1 and September 30, 2011. As of now GRE test registration fees ar as follows
$160 – U.S. Puerto Rico
$205 – China (Hong Kong, Korea)
$190- all other locations
$140 – Subject Tests (USA)
$160 – Subject Tests – All other locations
4) Changes to GRE Score Reporting Schedule
If you take the GRE revised General Test during between August 1 and September 30, 2011, your scores sent to universities by mid-November 2011.
If you take the GRE revised General Test in October – November, scores reported in mid- to late-November.
In December 2011††, normal score reporting resumes. Your score report will be sent 10 – 15 days after the test date.
Take GRE Exam before Jul 31, 2011. So, ETS can send test scores to universities before November 2011.
5) What is the last date to take GRE exam in current format?
ETS will offer Revised GRE from Aug 1, 2011. Current GRE pattern will no longer offered from Aug 1, 2011.
6) When can I register for Revised GRE 2011?
You can begin to register for Revised GRE from March 15, 2011.
7) Books for Revised GRE 2011?
Here is a list of books for Revised GRE 2011. Yon pre-order the book through Amazon. Official Guide from ETS for Revised GRE 2011 will be available from Dec 10, 2010. Since the many new questions types will appear in the exam, only way to get the feel for question types is to buy the official Guide for Revised GRE 2011 from ETS.
I will posting the review of new books in this blog. Stay tuned for updates.
8) Is it Revised GRE Easy compared to current GRE questions?
You can find sample Revised GRE Questions. Take the test and decide for yourself. But, I highly recommend to take GRE in Current test format.
9) How long will current GRE Score be valid?
GRE Scores are valid for 5 years from your test date. Even though GRE pattern changes from Aug 1, 2011, you can apply using current format GRE score for upto 5 years.
From ETS
This mix of score reporting will be most prevalent in the first year of the revised test, but can continue for the next five years until prior scores are no longer valid. It’s important for you to know that all official GRE scores are valid and should be considered with equal preference in your admissions decision. However, if an applicant presents two sets of scores, use the new score as part of your consideration for admissions, since the revised test is more closely aligned with the skills needed in graduate and business school programs. For more information on important score topics check back regularly for more webinars and videos that will provide updates and guidance.
10) Free Test Prep Materials
Make use of free revised GRE test prep materials from ETS and get the feel for new test format.
Additional Questions? If you have additional questions, leave a comment. I will be glad to answer them for you.
Posts
