Taking a GRE® Test Is a Very Smart Move

Taking a GRE test is an essential early step toward a graduate or business degree. Graduate and business schools use GRE test scores to evaluate your readiness for graduate-level work.

The GRE General Test has been the gold-standard assessment for graduate study for more than 60 years. Test scores are sent to more than 3,200 institutions and fellowship sponsors worldwide, including more and more business schools.

Keep your options open.

In school and not sure what your next step should be? You may choose to pursue a master's degree later, after first gaining professional experience. Test now, while you're in test-taking mode and knowledge is fresh. Scores are valid for five years after taking the exam.

More top business schools accept the GRE General Test.

The GRE General Test is also accepted for MBA admissions by a rapidly growing number of business schools, including Harvard University, MIT Sloan, NYU Stern and Stanford University. See the complete list of business schools accepting GRE scores for admission to their MBA programs.

ETS makes the process simple.

The GRE tests are offered at about 700 centers in more than 160 countries. Check Test Centers and Dates for upcoming GRE tests offered in your area, register online and access free practice tests and test preparation materials. When scoring is completed, we'll send official score reports to you and all the colleges and universities you designate.

If you plan to pursue a graduate degree, you should register for a GRE exam. See which version of the test is offered in your area.

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