Test 2011
1.Better Design:
The new design is Multi-State Design, where you can go back and forward in a particular
section and edit the answers. You can mark and go back to a question and answer. It is
different from the way the current GRE works. The goal is to create a more natural test
experience.
2. Improved Quality of Data:
The quality of the data used for the GRE Test will be better in the new pattern. New
GRE pattern is designed to measure those skills that are critical to graduate and Business
programs.
3. Most revisions to Verbal Section
The verbal section is the most changed section of the whole GRE. There will be more
complex reasoning. No antonyms and analogies. No vocabulary out of context. New
types of questions.
4. Quantitative reasoning :
They are including a calculator to avoid distractions in test caused my minor mistakes.
They are interested in reasoning ability and not the arithmetic calculations. More
emphasis on Data interpretation and real life scenarios.
5. Analytical Writing :
There are not many major changes here but there will be expectations for more focused
responses and less generalization.
6. New Test Score Scaling :
Due to changes to verbal and quant sections the new scale for them will be 130 to
170 score scale with increments of 1 point instead of before 200 to 800 with 10 point
increments. The analytical writing section will have same scale of 0 to 6 with 0.5
increments. The new test is designed to give fair chance to demonstrate your reasoning
skills irrespective of your background.
7. First New GRE 2011 Test Scores and Test :
The first day of test is Aug 1, 2011. The scores for the tests taken between august and
October will be available in November 2011. Applicants who need to GRE Scores before
November 2011, should take the current test before Aug 2011. The score reporting will
go back to normal 10-15 day cycle after late November.
8. Paper based Testing :
If you are taking paper based test, then you have to take before Nov 2011. The test dates
that are available are : Oct 23, Nov 20 in 2010 and Feb 12, 2011. All the new changes to
GRE will be available in the paper based test too after the launch.
9. Split Test Going away :
if you are in China, Hon Kong, Korea and Taiwan, you may be used to split-test. It is
going away with new pattern. The new test will facilitate faster reporting, offered more
often on computer and can be done in same day and single sitting.
10. GRE Test prep Material :
The GRE Test prep material is available more than an year ahead of time for better
preparation. In fact, it is currently available now at GRE website : GRE revised General
Test Sample Questions
Are Old GRE Scores valid after New GRE 2011
Pattern ? How long ?
Short answer YES, they are valid. They are valid for 5 years from the Date you have
taken the test. As you know, GRE test scores are typically valid for 5 years from the date
since you have taken the GRE. Let me explain with example. LetҀs say you take GRE
in June of 2010, then your score will be valid until June of 2015. ThatҀs five years. ETS
clearly states on their website in the instructions to the US schools that GRE Test scores
will be valid for 5 years and it does not change with the introduction of the new GRE.
Will US Schools Accept old GRE Test scores if I apply
after the new GRE 2011 pattern ?
YES, They will. ETS specifically mentions in the instructions to the US institutions that
they should not discriminate between the old GRE scores and New GRE 2011 pattern
scores until the scores expire. But, they tell the schools that if a student has taken GRE
two times and applies with Old and new scores together, then they should consider the
new pattern scores. You are not at any disadvantage if you take the old or Current GRE
pattern test. Similarly, taking the new GRE pattern in 2011 not give you any advantages
with admissions either. Do not be fooled by any myths. You can see that below in the
screenshot taken from ETS GRE website.
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