Many graduate schools require that you take an admission exam. The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is the most common type of entrance exam for graduate school. Certain academic programs may also require a GRE subject test, such as English literature or chemistry. Before taking an admission exam:

• Prepare for the exam with practice books, exams, or prep courses.
• Understand how the test is scored. Can you retake the test without penalty? Do all scores count?
• Schedule your exam as early as possible. Popular time slots will get booked up. Allow yourself enough time in case a re-take is needed.

Remember, exams are not the sole criterion for admission!

Testing Information Sites

• Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
• Miller Analogies Test (MAT)
• Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT)
• Law School Admission Test (LSAT)
• Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)
• Dental Admission Test (DAT)
• Veterinary College Admission Test (VCAT)
• Optometry College Admission Test (OAT or OCAT)
• Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT)

Other Test Related Sites

• ETS: The organization that administers the GRE. This website lists test details along with how to register and prepare for the test
• Peterson: Offers preparation tips and practice for the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, NCLEX, MCAT, and MAT
• The Princeton Review: Provides admission exam preparatory classes or tutoring for a fee
• Kaplan: Offers test preparation options (for a fee), guidance on applying to graduate school, and financial aid information