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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Academic Testing
Exam Format
47 min
27 total
N/A (scored 130-170)
Graduate School Admission Test
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$220 USD
Pearson VUE Test Centers, Prometric Test Centers, or online proctoring
Validity
5 years from test date
GRE-QUANT Exam Topics and Domains
GRE-QUANT is organized into 4 weighted domains.
1
Arithmetic
25%
Properties and Types of Integers
Divisibility and FactorsPrime Numbers and FactorizationRemainders and Modular ArithmeticOdd and Even Integers
- Understand and apply properties of integers
- Identify and work with prime numbers and factorization
- Solve problems involving divisibility, remainders, and parity
Arithmetic Operations
Basic OperationsExponents and Roots
- Perform accurate arithmetic operations
- Apply exponent rules and properties
- Simplify expressions involving roots and exponents
Numerical Concepts
Estimation and ApproximationPercent, Ratio, and RateAbsolute ValueNumber Line and Decimal RepresentationSequences of Numbers
- Apply estimation strategies effectively
- Solve percent, ratio, and rate problems accurately
- Work with absolute value and number representations
- Analyze and solve sequence problems
2
Algebra
25%
Algebraic Expressions and Operations
Operations with ExponentsFactoring and Simplifying
- Master algebraic manipulation techniques
- Factor and simplify polynomial expressions
- Apply exponent rules in algebraic contexts
Equations and Inequalities
Linear EquationsQuadratic EquationsLinear InequalitiesSystems of Equations
- Solve various types of equations efficiently
- Work with inequalities and systems of equations
- Choose appropriate solution strategies
Functions and Relations
Function ConceptsWord Problems and Modeling
- Understand and apply function concepts
- Translate real-world problems into algebraic equations
- Model situations using algebraic relationships
Coordinate Geometry
Graphing Functions and EquationsSlope and Lines
- Graph equations and inequalities on coordinate plane
- Calculate and interpret slope
- Write and analyze equations of lines
3
Geometry
25%
Lines and Angles
Parallel and Perpendicular LinesAngle Measures and Relationships
- Apply properties of parallel and perpendicular lines
- Use angle relationships to solve problems
- Work with transversals and angle measures
Triangles
Triangle Types and PropertiesSpecial Right TrianglesCongruent and Similar Triangles
- Classify and work with different triangle types
- Apply Pythagorean theorem and special triangle ratios
- Use congruence and similarity principles
Circles
Circle Properties and Measurements
- Calculate circle measurements
- Work with arcs and sectors
- Apply circle properties to solve problems
Quadrilaterals and Polygons
Quadrilateral TypesOther Polygons
- Classify and work with quadrilaterals
- Calculate angles and measurements in polygons
- Apply polygon formulas
Three-Dimensional Figures
3D Shapes and Measurements
- Calculate volume and surface area of 3D shapes
- Apply 3D geometry concepts to word problems
- Visualize and work with three-dimensional figures
Area, Perimeter, and Volume
Perimeter and AreaVolume Calculations
- Master perimeter, area, and volume formulas
- Work with composite figures
- Apply measurement concepts to real situations
4
Data Analysis
25%
Descriptive Statistics
Measures of Central TendencyMeasures of Spread
- Calculate and interpret measures of central tendency
- Understand and apply measures of spread
- Analyze data distributions
Data Interpretation
Tables and ChartsGraphs and Visual Displays
- Extract information from tables and graphs
- Interpret various data visualizations
- Analyze trends and patterns in data
Probability
Elementary ProbabilityCompound and Independent EventsProbability Distributions
- Calculate probabilities for simple and compound events
- Distinguish between independent and dependent events
- Understand basic probability distributions including normal distribution
Counting Methods
Combinations and PermutationsVenn Diagrams
- Apply counting principles and techniques
- Use permutations and combinations appropriately
- Solve problems using Venn diagrams
How do I earn this certification?
Passing GRE-QUANT earns the GRE General Test Score certification. It sits in the Graduate School Admissions track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
Graduate Program Admission GRE scores used for admission to graduate programs
Alternative Paths
- GMAT - Graduate Management Admission TestAlternative to GRE for MBA programs; over 1,300 business schools accept GRE
- GRE-SUBJECT - GRE Subject Tests Some programs require or recommend subject-specific GRE in addition to General Test
- LSAT - Law School Admission Test Some law schools now accept GRE in place of LSAT
- MCAT - Medical College Admission TestRequired for medical school (GRE not accepted as alternative)
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2023-09-22
- Announcement date: 2023-05-01
Updates
- Section-Level Adaptive Testing Current First section performance determines second section difficulty. Unchanged in 2023 shorter format. • Release date: 2011-08-01
- On-Screen Calculator Current Basic calculator provided for Quantitative Reasoning sections. Important to practice with official calculator interface. • Release date: 2011-08-01
- At-Home Testing Platform ProctorU Integration Made permanent in 2024. Same test content as test center, different environment and scratch paper policies. • Release date: 2020-04-01
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by College seniors applying to graduate programs and College graduates seeking admission to master's or doctoral programs.
- High school mathematics through second-year algebra
- Basic understanding of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis
- Familiarity with computer-based testing (if taking computer version)