What courses should you take in college to do well on the GRE?

Question

I was thinking of minoring in math so that I could ace it, but not sure if that would be a good idea.

Answer 1

Having taken the test, I'd have to say it's a rather good test of general knowledge. Having a good vocabulary, being able to think logically and critically, and having a good grasp of math are the best things you can do. I'd say sophomore/junior level or higher for most of it.

Answer 2

don't minor in math just for the GRE. the math section is only through second year HIGH SCHOOL math. I work in this field so I know. It might sound nuts but it's true. People forget what they learned, or never knew it that well in the first place, and that's why so many people do poorly on the math. So get a book and do the practice tests. The best way to do well on the GRE is to prepare specifically for the test.

As for the verbal and writing sections, I would say the same advice. Taking classes with tough reading could help.

Answer 3

The GRE is a general test of knowledge (at the 4-year college level). There is no single subject you can take to help.

There *are* GRE study books available, and computer-based learning tools to help.

If you are weak in a particular area that you are worried about, then you might consider a sophomore level class in that area.

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