Graduate and professional schools require the GRE Computer Based Test (CBT) for admission to a graduate program. As part of the application/admission process, applicants for graduate school courses are usually required to submit GRE test results along with other undergraduate records. The exam simply assesses your analytical and critical reasoning abilities. These are skills that have been proven to contribute to success in a graduate program. The examination does not require prior knowledge of any specific data or facts.
The computer-based GRE is divided into three sections, each with a different type of question:
Verbal Reasoning consists of two 20-question sections that include analogies/synonyms, sentence completions, reading comprehension questions, and applying your reasoning skills.
Quantitative Analysis: The section on Quantitative Reasoning assesses your ability to understand quantitative information interpret and analyze quantitative information solve problems using mathematical models apply basic mathematical skills and elementary mathematical concepts of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics, with increased emphasis on data interpretation and real-life scenarios, this section has new types of questions that require you to show your quantitative reasoning ability. The computer-based test includes an on-screen calculator to reduce the emphasis on computation. And, if you are taking the paper-based test, a calculator will be provided at the test center.
Analytical Writing: The Analytical Writing section measures your ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively support ideas with relevant reasons and examples examine claims and accompanying evidence to sustain a well-focused, coherent discussion that controls the elements of standard written English. The Analytical Writing section requires you to provide focused responses based on the tasks presented to accurately demonstrate your skill.