Why is the GRE so difficult?

Mar 20, 2021 | About the GRE

GRE is the required standardized test that students have to take to get into grad school. It is often a daunting prospect for many to take GRE because of its reputation as a complicated exam. Most beginners think that they need to know advanced math to ace the test when all math topics on GRE are high-school level. However, this is not to say that the test itself is not difficult because the contents pertain to a high-school curriculum. A test can be challenging due to many other reasons, such as the time duration.

How to Eat Healthy at College?

Mar 20, 2021 | College Students

College is notorious for bad eating habits and junk food diets. The whole its-college-so-anything-flies culture has really contributed to poor health amongst students. However, I can’t be too hard on students living this sort of life as college can be a difficult transition for many. College is often the first time for many students to leave their homes and experience independence. This sudden shift in your life is bound to have some lifestyle consequences. Eating unhealthy foods and putting on weight is one of them.

A complete collection of Free GRE Practice tests

Mar 18, 2021 | GRE Product Reviews

The Graduate Record Examination is the go-to standardized test concerning admissions to grad-school in the U.S. and the worldover. GRE tests your abilities to reason both verbally and mathematically. The core purpose of the test is to determine your readiness for graduate-level studies. Hence, test-takers need to be able to show their logical and critical thinking abilities to score well on the test.

In the US, can I become a Doctor after Engineering?

Mar 18, 2021 | Facts

The transition from engineering to medical school is not all that uncommon. Medical schools in the U.S. generally don’t care about your undergrad major. There are even cases where people have gone from studying humanities and arts to medical school. As long as you can show your aptitude for the medical field, you stand a fair chance of getting in. You can do this by scoring high on MCAT and taking relevant courses depending on a particular med school’s requirements.

Can I become a Doctor at 40?

Mar 18, 2021 | Facts

“Age is just a number” was probably coined by someone unrealistically ambitious. In the literal sense, age is, in fact, just a number. However, our biology is not impervious to the laws of the universe. The ticking clock that is life has claimed many ambitions, and a lot of the times, we can do little but surrender to its whims.

While age is just a number, it is also the reason why you can’t become a world-class athlete, an MMA fighter, or a professional swimmer in your middle age. However, some pursuits in life don’t abide by the tyrannical impulses of time, and, luckily, becoming a doctor is one of these exceptions.

What is a Good GRE AWA Essay score?

Mar 18, 2021 | About the GRE

The analytical writing section of the GRE is scored on a 0-6 scale in half-point increments. The obvious answer would be that 5 to 6 points on AWA is a “good” score. However, it is not that simple. As I said previously, it all depends on what area of study you are applying to. STEM programs typically aren’t as picky about your AWA score as humanities. Moreover, we know that students who apply for STEM programs usually have average AWA scores.

Is the actual GRE harder than the practice tests?

Mar 17, 2021 | About the GRE

The Graduate Record Exam is a salient part of your grad-school application. The test is designed to weed out those who are not yet ready to take on graduate-level courses. You are tested on your verbal and math reasoning skills and the ability to write cogent arguments.

Is the GRE Pointless?

Mar 15, 2021 | About the GRE

The Graduate Record Examination, more popularly known as GRE, is a standardized test aimed towards graduate school applicants. Thousands of graduate Schools in North America require GRE as part of the application process, and without it, you cant get in. It is no wonder that GRE is a cause of great stress for many students as their future depends on it. You will find countless posts and queries on different forums lamenting the test, and the displeasure is always apparent.

Do i need to take the gre general or subject test?

Mar 15, 2021 | About the GRE

Many people know that GRE is the go-to test when it comes to graduate school admissions. Anyone who has ever entertained the idea of graduate school has also looked up GRE at some point. However, most people only know about the GRE general test. GRE “general test,” as the name suggests, is an over-all test of your verbal and math reasoning skills and analytical writing skills.

Why is the GRE so Expensive?

Mar 15, 2021 | About the GRE, GRE Best

GRE is pretty much a necessity with it comes to graduate school applications. You may get away with not taking it if you apply to humanities programs, but for STEM, almost every graduate school explicitly requires it. This can pose a financial challenge for those who belong to underprivileged families, especially students from the third-world.

About Talha Omer, M.Eng., Cornell Grad