Archive for August, 2009
Does anyone else think the GRE test is a drag?

Hi and welcome to my blog,
I opened this blog to help anyone who is preparing for his GRE exam.
I remember myself when I started - I was so lost and in such a panic.
Luckily I got this great Gre guide that helped me a lot
So study hard and good luck!
I’ve taken this test twice. Each time wasn’t a high enough percentile to get into the program I wanted to get into. Each time I take it my score either increased on one section or decreases in another.
The school is looking at scores for one test; they don’t mix or match better scores from all the tests.
What is worst is that it’s expensive 0 and graded on comparison.
Does any other student think that this test is a drag? Sorry but I really despise the analogie test section.
statistics on college students using laptops?
need to do a research on the number of college students buying laptops over the past couple years. need to analysis the trend and stuffs too. any idea where i can find information on this? (statistics, numbers plz. not a paper).
thanks in advance =D
How can i calculate scores in GRE big book tests?
how to calculate raw score in big book tests ..can some body tell me ..i cant undestand the charts given over there
am planning to give my gre exam in july of this year.. is it okay if i have a history of two arrears?
I am planning to give my gre exam in july of this year.. is it okay if i have a history of two arrears?
ll i get into a good college in usa with a history of two arrears n a gpa around 7.7???
What kind of Calculator may one use on the GRE math subject test???
Are you allowed to use a calculator on the GRE Subject test in mathematics !?!?!?!? If so, is the TI-89 Titanium allowed?
Can anyone help me find the best type of laptop to buy for college use?
and can it also be affordable?
Does anyone know if you can do a course on GRE tests for graduates in the US?
I am a UK citizen wanting to apply to US to do a masters in a science subject. Does anyone know what to do about applying or preparing for this test. I would really appreciate any information on this subject
Thanks
I am using my refund check from school to purchase a much needed laptop, what is the best brand I can buy?
I am a college junior and I have never had the money to buy my own laptop for school. Finally, due to hard earned scholarships this semester I am receiving 00 in a refund check and I want (really need) to buy a laptop for the rest of undergrad and graduate school. I would like to know what is the best (most reliable, fast, less likely to crash, and will survive graduate school) laptop to buy
Is 2 months long enough to study for the GRE and do well?
I have an 8 week study guide from the Princeton Review, but some people say you need 6 months! In all reality, am I kidding myself to think I can do well just studying 8 weeks? I study everyday for hours…
What are some of the best ways to prepare for the GRE exam pertaining to any of the 3 sections?
I would like to know how to improve my writing and verbal skills specifically. Math tips are useful as well.
To apply for engineering courses in american universities is GRE subject test necessary?
I’m an Indian resident. To apply for an engineering course in top univ like MIT,say in electronics, do i need to write the GRE subject test or would just the General Test do?
Does taking a GRE prep course improve the score compared to self study?
Do they teach special techniques to tackle the questions in the course?
Can money I received for financial aid for college be used to buy a laptop?
So here’s the thing:
I’m starting college in around 3 weeks. I applied for financial aid and received a Pell Grant for ,366/,365 for the fall/spring respectively, a Cal B Grant for 6/5, and a BOGW for 4/4.
I know that the BOGW is used for registration fees only, but what about the others? I have already paid for my classes and books and registration, and it ended up coming to around 0, which leaves almost or around ,500 left over. Would I be allowed to use this money to purchase a laptop for college or no?
My son needs a laptop computer for school homework – nothing too fancy. Should I buy used or new one?
What is an excellent quality brand of laptop computer? I’m looking for one that is worth repairing or upgrading if needed. Anything under 0 worth buying? He needs one for word processing, spreadsheet use, etc. It is important to have at least a 2-3 hour battery.
He needs a laptop to take to school. He has a minor writing disability that results in pain and very poor legibility.
Make my own word definition flash cards to study for the GRE or buy them premade?
Does the act of writing in all the information (def., part of speech, origin,etc.) on the flash card contribute significantly to your ability to memorize the information, or is it really just the action of studying with them. I made 40 or so, studied with them, and I know every one. It’s just so damn time consuming. Do you think it would make any difference if I just buy the ones that are premade and use them?
can anyone please tell me if a BSC (comp sc) grad from india is elidgible for the GRE exam?
i am doing my bsc in computer science from an Indian univ. i am interested in doing in giving GRE to do my MS, so basically all i need to know is wether or not am i eligible to appear for the GRE? i know that it used to be for engineers only (16 yrs of education), but ive also heard that even people with 15 yes of education (like in my case) may appear too.
someone please confirm this!
What would be a smart laptop to buy for college use at a high level college?
I am going to Missouri S&T for college this fall and need a nice laptop to use that has many features to go along with it.
What Would Be A Good Laptop To Buy For School Use?
I’d use it for taking notes, and maybe going online, but that’s probably it. It’d have to be smaller, and portable, and cheap.
If you take the gre test more than once, what is sent to the graduate schools?
Is it an average of the 2 scores or the highest or both? Anyone know?
Help with percentages on GRE questions?
I’m pretty handy with my shortcuts in math but is there something I’m missing here?
Mary received a net of 5 that was 65% of her gross paycheck.
A- Mary’s gross paycheck
B- 0
The answer is they’re the same, but how are you supposed to figure that out without a calculator?
Missed my GRE test date: What happens next?
I missed my GRE test date due to family emergency and it was too late to cancel or reschedule my test date. I understand the registration money cant be refunded, but will it affect my future test score in anyways? I know it is mentioned that they hold on to the scores for 5 years, but i am hoping that doesn’t account for exams not taken? I am confused and worried.
What is the GRE exam? I want to go to Loyola University here at Chicago but they want me to tell them my score
I want a Master’s in Criminal Justice, but for the admissions part they want to me record my GRE score. I never took it yet.