Hi I wanted to know how schools view lower GRE scoring?
Currently taking practice test and not scoring that well mainly in the 290’s :/
Is there anything that is recommend to help with success on this test, I’ve been blowing it off for months due to my low practice scores , so far I have Magoosh
Thanks!
Re: Low GRE
Posted by FutureCAA on November 7, 2018, 1:28 pm, in reply to "Low GRE "
I’d recommend getting at least a 300, with a minimum of 150 on each section. Your GPA is going to matter more most likely. I was accepted with a 303 on my GRE.
Re: Low GRE
Posted by nova4thewin on November 6, 2018, 9:21 am, in reply to "Low GRE "
I think the lowest nova takes is a 300. But have a high gpa to Offset it and good clinical experience.
Re: Low GRE
Posted by AJC77 on November 7, 2018, 2:07 pm, in reply to "Re: Low GRE "
Where did you read about the minimum GRE score they are willing to consider? @nova4thewin ?
Re: Low GRE
Posted by Emoryaahopeful on November 7, 2018, 6:49 pm, in reply to "Re: Low GRE "
According to this email, no minimum required. Average matriculant score is 300. However, the higher the better. Aim for above 300 and you'll make your life a lot easier when applying.
Re: Low GRE
Posted by Huntty34 on July 13, 2019, 12:39 pm, in reply to "Re: Low GRE "
Wouldn’t that mean if the average was a 300 that some students got below a 300? Correct me if I’m wrong but that’s what I’m getting from it
Re: Low GRE
Posted by mblat on November 7, 2018, 11:02 pm, in reply to "Re: Low GRE "
Like I said, I've spoken with an admissions counselor directly. Had frequent conversations over the phone with her. She basically said if you don't hit 300 and 55%tile quant, then you're not competitive. Doesn't mean you won't get in, but it's what you WANT to aim for. I have a 3.2 GPA, 159 quant, 157 verbal, 4.0 essay, so that just goes to show you that things can balance out. Don't worry so much, but deff have extracurriculars, shadowing, and volunteering to help make yourself a better app.
Re: Low GRE
Posted by scott079 on November 8, 2018, 8:47 am, in reply to "Re: Low GRE "
I agree with mblat, when I spoke with several programs they made it clear that certain scores were way too low, like a 295. But with a 300 and great GPA's it can balance out. Some schools have a ranking rubric I think where they give X points for a certain GPA, GRE, MCat, healthcare Exp, research. They tally that score and decide to bring you in or not.
Also, I think its very important to remember that I doubt any admissions interview will include questions like "tell me why you scored low on the quant section, do you struggle with colored ball probability questions?".
Its just my view, but I think programs should just say "get a 300 or whatever, done, we anything above that is irrelevant". Sorta pass/fail.
These entrances exams are utter nonsense in my opinion. What do behavioral MCAT questions have to do with anything, or GRE writing sections? At best they are loosely connected to program content, at worst they are an unimaginative tool to filter out applicant pools that are too large. Easier to hit the filter button on excel with GRE scores than read someone's personal statement.
Re: Low GRE
Posted by nova4thewin on November 7, 2018, 6:24 pm, in reply to "Re: Low GRE "
On their communication area through their website I asked and they said no minimum gre and then gave me matriculation stats. You just have to request it
Re: Low GRE
Posted by mblat on November 7, 2018, 4:38 pm, in reply to "Re: Low GRE "
I had spoken to an admissions counselor. They want a total minimum of 300. And a quant in the 55% tile, meaning like a 154-155 quant score. Also if you take the GRE more than once they will superscore your best verbal and quant and essay.
Re: Low GRE
Posted by scott079 on October 31, 2018, 10:06 am, in reply to "Low GRE "
Practice scores tend to lower, but if you are feeling down then you might want to get a paid teacher to help you make a plan.
By the way, I got accepted with a 303 overall so please do not go nuts trying to get some ivy league GRE score. Also, I took the MCAT and was super laid back because I did not need it and did just fine. Best of luck.
Re: Low GRE
Posted by mblat on October 31, 2018, 2:43 am, in reply to "Low GRE "
You need to get that up. Getting the princeton GRE book and the GRE book made by ETS the company that issues the GRE. You need a 310 to be competitive. Really a 155 on the quant to be competitive. Don't feel too bad. I was scoring 305's until I read the books and hired tutor and I got a 316, 159 quant and 157 verbal super scored after.
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