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The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) by ETS is used for graduate admissions worldwide. It tests Verbal Reasoning (130–170), Quantitative Reasoning (130–170), and Analytical Writing (0–6). Required by many US master's programs; scores valid 5 years.
GRE — Full Explanation
GRE Focus Edition (2023) takes ~1 hour 58 minutes. Many programs are now GRE-optional. Competitive scores: 160+ Quant for STEM; 155+ Verbal for humanities. ETS allows score choice.
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