The GRE General Test is designed to achieve a specific intended purpose that adds value to the admissions decision-making process.
The GRE tests 3 skills: 1. Analytical Writing 2. Quantitative Reasoning, and 3. Verbal Reasoning The GRE test begins with the analytical writing measure.
The Analytical Writing measure consists of one writing task – Analyze an issue task. You have 30 minutes to type your response. The Analytical writing section is scored from 0-6 points.
Quantitative Reasoning: There will be two Quantitative Reasoning sections on the test with a total of 27 questions and you will have 47 minutes to complete both sections.. The score of the Quantitative Reasoning measure is from 130 to 170 points.
Verbal Reasoning: There will be two Verbal Reasoning sections on the test with a total of 27 questions and you will have 41 minutes to complete both sections. The score of the Verbal Reasoning measure is also from 130 to 170 points.