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Studying for the GRE? You need these expert GRE practice tests, materials, and tips.

The 8 Best Free GRE Practice Tests

Author Christine SarikasPosted on Categories GRE PrepTags , ,

Practice tests are one of the most important tools to use for GRE prep, but, unfortunately, many of the practice GREs available online aren’t high quality. When you study with a low-quality GRE practice test, you can actually end up lowering your GRE skills by studying topics you don’t need to be and neglecting the actual skills you should be studying.

Fortunately, in this guide we’ve collected all the best free GRE practice tests for you to use. In addition to explaining the pros and cons of each practice test, we also explain what makes a great GRE practice test and give tips on how to use practice tests when studying for the GRE.

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The Ultimate GRE Vocabulary Course

Author Erika JohnPosted on Categories GRE Verbal, Practice QuestionsTags ,

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You know GRE vocabulary is challenging. But just why are GRE vocabulary questions difficult? How can you master GRE words and more importantly, ace the verbal section of the GRE?

My name is Erika, and I lead our GRE Prep Program. I got a perfect score (V170) on GRE Verbal, and I’m here to teach you to apply the same tactics I used to get a great GRE score. In this guide, I’ll cover…

  1. Why vocabulary is critical to a great verbal score (and how to improve yours)
  2. The 3 challenges to acing vocab questions (and how our GRE vocabulary course overcomes them)
  3. How to access our GRE vocabulary course (for FREE!)

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GRE Math Prep: The 18 Best Study Resources

Author Hannah MunizPosted on Categories GRE QuantitativeTags , , ,

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To do well on the GRE Quantitative section, you don’t need to be a math genius — but you do need to have access to the best resources for GRE math prep!

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll start by exploring what qualities make a great GRE math resource and then go over the top resources you can use to ensure you get the best GRE math prep possible. Finally, we’ll conclude with a few essential tips on how to use these resources effectively.

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Best Free GRE Prep: 15 Practice Tests, Quizzes, and Apps

Author Hannah MunizPosted on Categories GRE PrepTags , , ,

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Saving money now is a big priority for many people taking the GRE, but prep books, tutors, and courses can all add up pretty quickly. Happily, free GRE prep is an excellent alternative: it can be just as helpful and effective as GRE prep you pay for — you just have to know what to use and where to look for it!

In this article, we’ll cover the advantages of using free GRE test prep resources and introduce our top picks for the best free GRE prep available today. Finally, we’ll conclude with a few useful tips on how to save money on both the GRE and your test prep.

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The Best Way to Study for GRE Success: 10 Tips

Author Ellen McCammonPosted on Categories GRE PrepTags , , , , ,

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Do you want to know the best way to study for the GRE? In this guide, we’ll fill you in on the foundational principles of good GRE preparation. Then we’ll review some common studying methods to help you figure out the best way to study for GRE high scores. Finally, we’ll close out with some essential tips you can implement with any study plan.

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The 12 Best GRE Quizzes to Practice With

Author Christine SarikasPosted on Categories GRE PrepTags , , ,

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There are many ways to study for the GRE, and taking a GRE quiz can be a fun way to prepare for the exam. There are numerous GRE quizzes out there, but not all of them are high-quality, and not all of them may help you meet your score goals for the exam.

In this guide, we’ll explain exactly which GRE quizzes to take and how to get the most out of them. We explain what to look for in a GRE practice quiz, give our list of the top GRE quizzes (organized by topic), and explain when to use GRE quizzes, so that you can craft a study plan to help you get your best GRE score.

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The 7 Best GRE Vocab Quizzes

Author Christine SarikasPosted on Categories GRE VerbalTags , , ,

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If you’re studying for the GRE, you likely know that it’s important to have a strong vocabulary before test day. GRE vocab quizzes are one of the best ways to learn new vocabulary words, and you may even have a bit of fun in the process!

GRE vocabulary quizzes have become increasingly popular recently, but some are higher-quality than others. It’s important to only take the best GRE vocab quizzes since low-quality quizzes won’t really help you prepare for the test.

In this guide, we explain everything vocab quizzes can and can’t help you with, what you should be looking for in a GRE vocab quiz, what the best seven GRE vocabulary quizzes are, and end with more resources to take your vocab prep to the next level.

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The Best GRE Reading Comprehension Practice

Author Christine SarikasPosted on Categories GRE Prep, GRE VerbalTags , ,

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GRE Reading Comprehension questions can be one of the most intimidating question types you see on the exam. You’re expected to read a high-level passage on one of a large number of diverse topics, then answer questions on main idea, author’s viewpoint, supporting evidence, and more. It’s easy to feel like these questions are overwhelming, especially if you haven’t done a lot of preparation yet.

But the good news is, we’re here to help. This guide will explain everything you need to know to get great GRE Reading Comprehension Practice. We’ll go over what to expect from reading comprehension questions, how to prepare for these questions, the practice materials you should use, and strategies to use when answering these questions.

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The 4 Best GRE Vocabulary Games

Author Hannah MunizPosted on Categories GRE Prep, GRE VerbalTags , , 1 Comment on The 4 Best GRE Vocabulary Games

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Studying diligently is important for performing well on GRE Verbal. But is rote memorization of tough vocab really the only way to study for it? And more importantly, are there any study methods out there for GRE vocab that are, well, actually fun?

Follow along as I introduce you to the four best GRE vocabulary games currently available. We’ll also take an in-depth look at what qualities to look for in a vocab game and how you can integrate these games effectively into your test prep.

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The Best GRE Study Materials to Help Raise Your Score

Author Christine SarikasPosted on Categories GRE PrepTags , , ,

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Your GRE scores are an important part of applying to grad schools, and to get the scores you want, you’ll likely need to do some studying. There are tons of GRE study materials out there, some that are great, others that aren’t. Using low-quality prep resources can cause you to study the wrong materials and feel unprepared on test day, which can really hurt your score. High-quality study materials are key to doing well on the GRE.

That’s where we come in. We’ve created a guide that compiles all the best GRE study materials available. Whether you’re looking for official practice tests, help with a specific section of the GRE, or the best material to use for a quick study session on your phone, we’ve got you covered. In addition to going over which resources you should use, we also explain what to look for in GRE prep materials and how to create the best study plan for you.

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