Getting into Grad School: GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT
GMAT
The Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) is designed to measure applicants’ readiness for business school. It is offered at several locations throughout the year, and applicants may take the test several times, though not more than once every 31 days.
Content
The GMAT is comprised of three sections: Verbal, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. The Verbal section contains reading comprehension, sentence improvement, and critical reading questions. The Quantitative Reasoning section incorporates arithmetic, algebra, and geometry concepts into two types of questions: problem-solving and data sufficiency. The Analytical Writing section consists of two essays.
Scoring
The GMAT is a computer-adaptive test. Test-takers are presented with average-level questions at the beginning of the test, and their performance on each question determines the difficulty level of subsequent questions. The Verbal and Quantitative section are each scored on a scale from 0 to 60; a total score ranges from 200 to 800. The essays are each graded on a scale from 0 to 6, and the final Analytical Writing score is determined by the average of the two essay grades.
Preparing for the GMAT
To discuss the best approach to your GMAT preparation, call us and let us know when you are planning to take the test.
Registration Dates and Test Dates
The GMAT is offered at various locations throughout the year, by appointment. To register for the GMAT, click here.
GRE
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is a computer-adaptive test that is used by universities to measure graduate students’ qualifications and determine merit-based financial aid.
Content
The GRE is comprised of three sections: Verbal, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. The Verbal section contains reading comprehension and sentence completion questions, as well as antonyms and analogies. The Quantitative Reasoning section incorporates arithmetic, algebra, and geometry concepts into three types of questions: problem-solving, quantitative analysis, and data interpretation. The Analytical Writing section consists of two essays.
Scoring
The GRE is a computer-adaptive test. Test-takers are presented with average-level questions at the beginning of the test, and their performance on each question determines the difficulty level of subsequent questions. A final GRE score is on a scale between 200 and 800 and is based on the individual sub-scores of the Verbal and Quantitative sections. The essays are individually graded on a scale from 0 to 6; the average of the two scores comprises the final Writing score.
Preparing for the GRE
To discuss the best approach to your GRE preparation, call us and let us know when you are planning to take the test. The GRE is offered at various locations throughout the year, by appointment. To register for the GRE, click here.
LSAT
The Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) is designed to measure the critical reading and analytical thinking skills of law school applicants. It is offered four times throughout the year.
Content
The LSAT is comprised of five multiple-choice sections and an essay. Two Logical Reasoning sections require students to analyze arguments; one Reading Comprehension section tests a student’s ability to think critically about reading passages; and one Analytical Reasoning section requires students to make several deductions based on a given set of circumstances.
Scoring
Points are given for correct answers, and no points are deducted for incorrect answers. A raw score is translated to a score between 120 and 180. The essay is not graded, but is sent to colleges for review.
Preparing for the LSAT
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Registration
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MCAT
The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a computer-based test designed to assess knowledge of scientific concepts as well as problem solving, critical thinking, and writing skills. Most students take the MCAT during their junior or senior year of undergraduate college.
Content
The MCAT is comprised of three multiple-choice sections (Physical Sciences, Verbal Reasoning, and Biological Sciences), and a Writing section that consists of two essays.
Scoring
Each of the three multiple-choice sections is graded on a numeric scale between 1 and 15. These scores are then added together for a total score between 3 and 45. The essays are graded on an alphabetic scale between J (lowest) and T (highest). Thus a total MCAT score is alpha numeric: the numbered score followed by the letter.
Preparing for the MCAT
To discuss the best approach to your MCAT preparation, call us and let us know when you are planning to take the test.
Registration Dates and Test Dates
The MCAT is offered at various dates throughout the year. For more information on scheduling and registration, click here.