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Studying for the GRE can be tricky, but Varsity Tutors can connect you with a Washington DC GRE prep course that could make a difference. The GRE is very important for students who are applying for grad schools, and your score on this test can have a major impact on which schools accept you. If you're preparing to take this test, you might have your eye on grad programs offered by George Washington University, or Georgetown University. Many students who are preparing for the GRE are willing to do whatever it takes to reach their full potential. And if you want to give yourself every chance of success, you might need a little extra help.
The GRE is a standardized test that is sometimes required for grad school applicants. This test is designed to assess your true academic potential, putting aside all extraneous factors that might have impacted your past academic achievement. This test is split into three sections: Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning. The entire test should take about 3 hours and 45 minutes to complete. The GRE is offered in over 160 different countries, and most students access it by computer. Thousands of colleges and universities take the GRE into account when processing applications, so it's always a good idea to take this test. Not only that, but it's imperative that you perform to your fullest potential.
A Washington DC GRE course can help you do just that. These courses are completely online, and they're taught by highly qualified, expert instructors. These instructors can help you gain a greater understanding of the GRE through virtual classroom sessions. During these sessions, you'll learn alongside other students who are also studying for the upcoming GRE. You'll all work together in a collaborative learning environment, asking questions and interacting with each other and the instructor. Of course, you'll also have the opportunity to book some private time with your instructor for one-on-one help if you need it. This is a great option if you're having trouble with a few tricky subjects during your study sessions.
What Does A Washington DC GRE Course Cover?
Your instructor might cover a wide range of topics during your GRE course, although all of the topics you'll cover will be relevant to the three different sections of the GRE. In order to fully grasp the requirements of the GRE, you'll need to gain a deeper understanding of each section and also learn how you should be approaching each one. Each section involves completely different skills, and it's important to know exactly what you'll be facing in your GRE. Here's a basic rundown of each section:
The Analytical Writing section includes only two components, and both of these are short essays. In the first component, you'll be asked to analyze a random issue in your written answer. You'll have thirty minutes to complete this component. The second component involves analyzing a random argument, and you'll again have thirty minutes to write out your complete answer. You GRE instructor might teach you the importance of planning out your responses before you actually start writing them out. Organization is one of the keys to answering these questions with speed and efficiency. That's why it's very important to write an initial outline. On the other hand, the writing itself is just as important. The GRE will test your ability to articulate your analysis. You'll also be expected to provide examples and reasons, as well as evidence. Both of your written responses need to be clear and concise, with a strong command of the English language.
Like Analytical Writing, the Verbal Reasoning section should take about an hour to complete. This section actually comprises many different types of questions, including reading comprehension, text completion, and sentence equivalence. Reading comprehension involves answering questions based on written passages. Each passage could be several paragraphs long, and you'll need to answer several questions based on each passage. There are a total of ten passages waiting for you in the GRE. Text completion involves filling in blank sections of written passages, and you'll choose from 3-5 options to provide the best choice. Sentence equivalence involves taking incomplete sentences and picking from a variety of options to complete them. In this section, you can actually choose two answers for each question. Verbal Reasoning tests a wide range of skills, and your instructor might provide you with the knowledge you need to tackle this section.
Quantitative Reasoning is almost entirely based on math skills. The questions might focus on algebra, data analysis, geometry, and even basic arithmetic. You'll also use logic and reasoning to solve a number of the questions in this section. The three different question types in this section are multiple choice, numeric entry, and quantitative comparison. The most important thing about studying for this section is getting enough practice with various math problems. A Washington DC GRE class might be able to really help with that.
How Does A Washington DC GRE Class Help Me Study?
So what does an average student experience when they enter a GRE prep virtual classroom for the first time? Well, it's pretty much identical to any other classroom. The only difference is that you can access this classroom from anywhere in the world, and class hours are extremely flexible. In fact, you can find a Washington DC GRE class that fits just about any schedule, even if you only have a few hours free during lunchtime each day. This is perfect for working professionals and extremely busy students. Even better, new classes start each week, and you can choose between a two-week course and a four-week course for even greater flexibility. On top of all this, there are proven benefits when it comes to studying and learning together in groups.
How Can I Find A Washington DC GRE Course?
Varsity Tutors can help you find a GRE prep class that fits your schedule and lifestyle. The GRE is a very important test that could determine your future academic career. It's best to invest fully in your future, and give yourself a great chance of fully understanding the topics that might be covered on the GRE before you take the test. Contact Varsity Tutors, and get set up with a Washington DC GRE course today.
Alex: Washington GRE course instructor
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- University of Florida - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- Georgetown University - Master of Arts, Conflict Resolution
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- GRE
- Algebra 2
- Public Speaking
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Reuben: Washington GRE course instructor
...enjoyed communicating, teaching, and learning for my entire life. Since I was in preschool, I've had an insatiable desire to learn math, science, and musicsomething that has continued to this day! Music and math are two of my deepest passions, so much that I went to school for them! I got my bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University, with a minor in music. While at Harvard, I dove deeply into abstract mathematicsin addition to...
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- Harvard University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- Johns Hopkins University - Master of Arts, Conducting
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Pre-Algebra
- Math
- Other
- +38 subjects
Malcolm: Washington GRE course instructor
...a teacher, translator, and communications professional who was born and raised in the Philadelphia area. I graduated cum laude from Temple University in 2012 with degrees in English and Italian. After graduation, I moved to Sardinia to teach English as a Foreign Language and work as a freelance Italian-to-English translator. Since returning to the United States in mid-2013, I have taught SAT Prep for a local nonprofit, worked as a copy editor for the Italian...
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- Temple University - Bachelors, English; Italian
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- LSAT
- LSAT Argumentative Writing
- College English
- +35 subjects
Shahnawaz: Washington GRE course instructor
...a graduate student who will start their PhD from University of Maryland in Applied Mathematics this fall. I completed my MSc in Applied Mathematics from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich in Switzerland. I did my Bachelor in Science, majoring in Mathematics, from Lahore University of Management Science in Pakistan. Teaching is something that I am truly passionate about and I have had many opportunities as a teacher. I was a teaching assistant for...
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- Lahore University of Management Science - Bachelors, Mathematics
- Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich - Masters, Applied Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Pre-Calculus
- Calculus
- High School Biology
- +80 subjects
Ben: Washington GRE course instructor
...a motivated and energetic person and I love learning. I can't say I am an expert at anything, but I have a wide range of interests and abilities. I enjoy soccer, basketball, football, tennis, biking, board riding, exploring nature, cooking, eating, dancing, playing music, reading, and solving puzzles and problems. I try to have fun and be grateful every day. I enjoy my day job as an IT Specialist with Peace Corps, a federal agency...
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Marketing
- Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Middle School Math
- Algebra
- College Geography
- +37 subjects
Matt: Washington GRE course instructor
...full-time as a test-prep instructor for over 7 years and have absolutely loved it! It has always been very gratifying for me to help students develop academically and improve their performances on important tests like the LSAT and SAT. I have an excellent academic record and have done very well on standardized tests such as the SAT and the LSAT. I understand the skills and strategies needed to succeed on these tests, and how to...
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- William and Mary - Bachelors, Psychology and Philosophy Double Major
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- LSAT
- SSAT- Middle Level
- LSAT Reading Comprehension
- +24 subjects
Keith: Washington GRE course instructor
...really excited to be given the opportunity to tutor students. It was my first exposure to education (from the educators side) back when I was in college, working with students at a local high school. First with them, and also my friends, I noticed that I really enjoyed helping people understand something they were struggling with. Thats why I hope to tutor as many students as I can handle. The thing I enjoy most about...
Education & Certification
- Georgetown University - Unknown, International History
- Valparaiso University - Masters in Education, Education
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Math
- College Level American History
- SAT Reading
- +56 subjects
Leon: Washington GRE course instructor
...excited about the chance to be a tutor with Varsity Tutors. I have two years of experience as a full time English teacher in South Korea, where I worked with elementary and middle school students. I was also an independent tutor for six months in Australia. I have a bachelors degree in Political Science, and a Master degree in Law and Diplomacy, so I am able to help students with history, political science, or other...
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- Appalachian State University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
- Tufts University - Masters, Law and Diplomacy
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- SAT Subject Test in World History
- High School World History
- High School English
- +25 subjects
Erin: Washington GRE course instructor
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- Stanford - Bachelors, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- GMAT
- College Biology
- GRE Verbal
- +77 subjects
Kevin: Washington GRE course instructor
...my BS (2010) in Engineering Mechanics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and my MS (2012) and PhD (2016) degrees in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. During my time as an undergraduate I ran discussion sections twice per week for students enrolled in Engineering Dynamics where I provided brief lectures and supplemental problem sets for students looking for extra help outside of the lectures. In graduate school, I continued working in academics...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Engineering Mechanics and Astronautics
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - PHD, Aerospace Engineering
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- ACT
- Math
- Calculus 3
- +32 subjects
Warren: Washington GRE course instructor
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Education & Certification
- University of Maryland-Baltimore County - Bachelors, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Algebra 2
- SAT Mathematics
- ACT Writing
- +29 subjects
William: Washington GRE course instructor
I am here to help you get through any standardized testing roadblocks that are preventing you from getting where you want to be in life, as well as to help you achieve greater knowledge and skill purely for your own value. I specialize in reading, writing, Mandarin, and Spanish, and I am happy to work with any skill level.
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- Kenyon College - Bachelor in Arts, Modern Languages
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Languages
- Mandarin Chinese 3
- English
- +23 subjects
Erin: Washington GRE course instructor
...graduated from Cornell University, in Ithaca, New York, with a degree in Mathematics. I also have minors in Education and Music. After graduation, I moved right to DC to begin working on my Masters in Education at American University. I plan to teach secondary Math in DC beginning with the 2014 - 2015 school year. I have been tutoring all through High School and College in an extremely wide range of subjects in Math. From...
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- Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Algebra 2
- AP Calculus AB
- GRE Quantitative
- +29 subjects
Rachel: Washington GRE course instructor
...currently a medical student at Johns Hopkins University. I received two Bachelor of Science degrees in Biochemistry and Mathematics at the University of Maryland, College Park. At College Park, I tutored for three years as a Math Success Coach, tutoring college-aged students one-on-one or in small groups varying levels of math, from pre-algebra to calculus 3 to linear algebra and number theory. I was also an undergraduate teaching assistant for Organic Chemistry 2 for two...
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- University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelors, Biochemistry and Math
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Medicine
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- LSAT
- MCAT
- Chemistry
- +40 subjects
Bryann: Washington GRE course instructor
...of Vanderbilt University (BA, Economics) and the Harvard Kennedy School of Government (MPP, Public Policy), I am passionate about learning and educational success. Since middle school, I have been tutoring my peers in subjects as varied as Spanish, Economics, French, Mathematics, Statistics, and Finance. My students have come from various backgrounds, from middle school in suburban New Jersey to graduate school at Harvard. I have a deep love of learning and sharing my learning strategies...
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- Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics, Public Policy
- Harvard University - Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Business
- IB Further Mathematics HL
- Test Prep
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Samantha: Washington GRE course instructor
...name is Samantha Stein, a Masters in Public Policy Student at the University of Maryland. I am a Robertson Fellow for Government Service and am committed to working for the government for 3 years upon graduation from my masters program! I dream of working for the State Department in Latin American Affairs. I am excited to be a Varsity Tutor and look forward to working with students in a variety of areas including ACT prep,...
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- University of Florida - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
- University of Maryland-College Park - Current Grad Student, Masters in Public Policy, Specialization in International Security and Economic Policy
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Study Skills and Organization
- ACT English
- Other
- +25 subjects
Cynthia: Washington GRE course instructor
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Education & Certification
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- Johns Hopkins University - PHD, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Homework Support
- Quantitative Reasoning
- ISEE- Upper Level
- +72 subjects
Michael: Washington GRE course instructor
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- University of North Carolina at Wilmington - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- GRE Subject Tests
- SAT
- SAT Mathematics
- +50 subjects
Education & Certification
- Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- SSAT- Middle Level
- SAT Writing and Language
- 10th Grade Math
- +43 subjects
Andrew: Washington GRE course instructor
...a PhD student in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience at the George Washington University and have an extensive background in math, science, and writing. As a tutor, I will be able to work with you across a broad range of topics. In terms of hobbies and interests, I enjoy discovering new music and collecting records. In the past, I have even hosted my own radio show. I also enjoy kayaking and playing sports including basketball and...
Education & Certification
- Bucknell University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
- George Washington University - PHD, Cognitive Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- GRE Analytical Writing
- Graduate Test Prep
- Science
- +44 subjects