GRE General Test
A graduate admissions test used by some master’s and doctoral programmes, separate from English proficiency.
- Provider
- ETS
- Score scale
- 130–170 verbal / 130–170 quant / 0–6 writing
- Format
- Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning and Analytical Writing.
- Length
- About 1 hour 58 minutes since the 2023 shortening.
Where it's accepted
Required or optional at some graduate schools (many programmes in our subject guides require none) — always check each programme’s official page.
This is an admissions test, not an English-language requirement, so it doesn't map to our catalogue's language bars. Whether a programme needs it is stated on each programme's official page.
Frequently asked questions
How is GRE General Test scored?
GRE General Test is reported on a 130–170 verbal / 130–170 quant / 0–6 writing scale.
How long is GRE General Test?
About 1 hour 58 minutes since the 2023 shortening.
Where is GRE General Test accepted?
Required or optional at some graduate schools (many programmes in our subject guides require none) — always check each programme’s official page.
Score requirements vary by university, programme and scholarship — always confirm on the official page. Global Study Prep is independent and not affiliated with any test provider.