The GRE, or Graduate Record Examination, is a standardized test commonly required for admission to graduate programs (master’s and doctoral) around the world. It assesses skills in verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and analytical writing. Scores from the GRE are used by admissions committees to evaluate applicants’ readiness for graduate-level study and to compare candidates fairly. Many people prepare for the GRE through self-study, prep courses, or tutoring to achieve their best possible score and increase their chances of being admitted to their desired graduate programs.