GRE vs. GMAT which one is the right study abroad test for you?

From the day Business schools have started accepting GRE scores in addition to the GMAT scores for admission purpose, more and more students are getting confused in deciding which test to appear for. Being an owner of one of the best GRE Classes in ahmedabad let me help you in (making it simple to) take the right decision on which one is the most suitable test for you.

Let’s start with some background and historical developments.

It all started back in 2006 when GMAT which is owned by GMAC (Graduate Management Admissions Council) which had partnered with ETS (Educational Testing Service) which till then managed their tests decided to discontinue with ETS and instead made a new contract with ACT-Pearson as reported on The New York Times.

ETS the organization which has been conducting the GRE, the started persuading business schools about accepting the GRE score on the grounds that they would be able to widen and diversify their applicant pool. In fact a change was made in the GRE test format in August 2011 for making it relevant for the business schools.

On similar lines, changes where made in the GMAT in June 2012 by introducing a new section, the Integrated Reasoning to make the test more b school friendly. The competition between the GMAT and the GRE is getting tougher as more and more business schools are starting to accept GRE scores.

Point no. 1

If you are planning to give GRE then check whether the university you are planning to take admission in is accepting the GRE score. As all the universities will accept GMAT but not all accept the GRE score.

Point no. 2

If you are a science stream student and are caught between whether to opt for masters or MBA, GRE is a better option.

Point no. 3

If you look at the cost GRE fees is $205 and GMAT fees is $250.

Point no. 4

If you are seeking a dual degree, such as a MBA/Master of Public Policy degree, the GRE is your best choice since you will have to take one only test. 

Point no. 5

GMAT is question adaptive test while GRE is a section adaptive test.

Point no. 6

GMAT tends to be tougher to appear for compared to GRE

Point no. 7

Some recruiters from the industry take into account the GMAT scores. A good score on GMAT would be a plus for the applicants wishing to move into investment banking and management consulting.

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