Graduate Record Examinations® (GRE®)
There are two categories of GRE® - the GRE® General Test and the GRE® Subject Tests. The GRE® General Test measures verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking, and analytical skills that have been acquired over a long period of time and that are not related to any specific field of study. The test consists of three scored sections: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing.
Verbal Reasoning - the skills measured include the test taker's ability to:
- Analyze and evaluate written material and synthesize information obtained from it
- Analyze relationships among component parts of sentences
- Recognize relationships between words and concepts
Quantitative Reasoning - the skills measured include the test taker's ability to:
- Understand basic concepts of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis
- Reason quantitatively
- Solve problems in a quantitative setting
Analytical Writing - the skills measured include the test taker's ability to:
- Articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively
- Examine claims and accompanying evidence
- Support ideas with relevant reasons and examples
- Sustain a well-focused, coherent discussion
- Control the elements of standard written English
The GRE® Subject Tests are intended for undergraduate students who have majored in or have extensive background in a specific area. The eight disciplines covered include:
- Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Literature in English
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Psychology
Contact your local recruiter to learn more about this and other valuable educational opportunities in the Army National Guard.
