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If you are in the market for comprehensive Houston GRE prep, Varsity Tutors can lend a hand. The GRE, or Graduate Records Examination, is accepted by thousands of colleges and universities around the world. This exam can give you the opportunity to demonstrate your strengths to potential graduate, law, or business schools. Your score can help schools determine whether you have what it takes to succeed in the courses offered. No matter where you are at in your preparation, Varsity Tutors can get you started with qualified, thorough test review that suits you.
The GRE allows you up to three hours and 45 minutes to complete it. Most parts of the world administer the exam by computer. In all, there are three sections on the GRE that aim to assess your critical thinking, logical reasoning, problem-solving, and other skills that are critical to success at a graduate level.
What can Houston GRE prep cover?
The three sections of the GRE are Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning. Overall, the exam covers a comprehensive set of academic skills and abilities that you are necessary. While the Analytical Writing section is always presented first, the remaining sections can appear in any order. In addition, there is a Research section and an Experimental section. Let's start with a look at the Analytical Writing portion of the GRE.
The Analytical Writing section consists of two tasks: one that requires you to analyze an issue and one to analyze an argument. You will have thirty minutes to work on each task. You will need strong communication and time management skills to present your responses in a clear and organized way. This section assesses your ability to support your thoughts and ideas with evidence as well.
There are two subsections in the Verbal Reasoning section with an hour in full to complete them. Each sub-section consists of 20 questions that split into three types: sentence equivalence, text completion, and reading comprehension. There is a broad range of skills these questions aim to assess, such as passage summarization, drawing conclusions and inferences from the text, and reaching conclusions from incomplete information. Some questions will focus on a single sentence while others relate to a passage.
The Quantitative Reasoning section is also split into two sub-sections, one of which allow you access to a calculator. Like Verbal Reasoning, each sub-section spans 20 questions. Questions are presented in multiple formats: quantitative comparison, numeric entry, and multiple-choice, some of which have multiple correct answers. You will need to have an understanding of algebraic, arithmetic, geometry, and data analysis concepts. This section assesses your reasoning and problem-solving skills in quantitative situations.
The Research and Experimental sections are unscored portions that serve to try out potential future questions. It is not guaranteed that you will get one or either of these sections. The Research section is identified, optional, and presented at the end of the GRE. However, the Experimental section is embedded in the Quantitative or Verbal Reasoning section without identification. It is important to treat every question on this exam sincerely.
What are the different types of Houston GRE prep that are available?
Varsity Tutors understands that different students have different needs when it comes to learning, scheduling, and other factors that can impact their test review efforts. That's why we help students work out the ideal option for them, whether they learn best in a group or when working one-on-one with an expert instructor. Some students even choose to sign up for an online course while arranging private tutoring sessions in between.
An online and collaborative Houston GRE prep course can serve as an affordable option that can help you spend less while learning more. Learning in a group can give you the opportunity to expand your knowledge with your peers, which can help students feel more prepared over time. New courses start up each week to ensure that any student can find time to participate. You can even choose between a 2-week or 4-week course.
Held entirely from a virtual platform, you and your classmates can work with an instructor who understands the challenges you face when it comes to the GRE. Your Houston GRE prep class instructor can walk you and your peers through each portion of the exam to cut down on surprises. They can explore different ways to approach the same problem, as well as demonstrate test-taking strategies that can help you manage your time more efficiently during the Quantitative Reasoning section. You can hear others ask questions you may not have considered and may even do the same for others. Classes even offer the opportunity to spend time one-on-one with your instructor to work on challenging topics.
Perhaps you feel would you benefit more from personalized test review under the guidance of a private instructor. We can connect you with a Houston GRE tutor who can get to know your individual needs to develop a custom-tailored study plan that focuses on the aspects of the test that you need. They can assess your readiness through sample tests to identify the areas in which you have the most room to grow. For example, if you find the Analytical Writing section more challenging, your instructor can work with you on the concepts and skills necessary to put your best foot forward in your responses. Studying with a personal tutor allows you to spend each session building the skills and confidence you need for the GRE.
How can I get started with Houston GRE preparation?
Varsity Tutors offers different opportunities for you to take your Houston GRE prep to the next level. Our educational consultants are happy to help you figure out whether you would benefit most from a course that fits into your life or a private tutor who can appeal to your unique needs. Contact us today for more information about how you can benefit from a thorough and efficient test review. Our educational consultants can sign you up with an option that can support you.
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