GRE Prep Classes in the Boston Area

The GRE test measures overall academic readiness for graduate school. It is required by most colleges and universities.  The test consists of two major parts, verbal reasoning and quantitative reasoning, each with a maximum score of 170. A combined score is the sum of the two scores. So the maximum possible combined score is 350. 

GRE Test scores are generally rated as follows:

165- 170 Excellent
155- 164  Very good
150- 154  Good
140- 149  Needs Improvement
130- 139  Poor

 
Each school has its own system of weighing the GRE score. Some use minimum scores for admission; other schools take a more holistic view of the score. These are examples of average scores of admitted students at Boston area graduate schools. 

Harvard University	160-170
Boston University	142
Northeastern University	150

 

Good preparation is one of the key factors in the outcome of the GRE test. This can be achieved in a number of ways, each with its own requirement of motivation, time, and cost. 

Self-Preparation: This is the least expensive way to prepare, and it has served many students well in the past. You can use books, online resources, and free sample tests. The cost of a good GRE book is about $30. Students who are motivated can do well with this method.

Self-paced Online Prep Online test prep is similar to book-based prep, with the difference that they use software and extensive use of video technology to make learning easier and more fun. The average cost for a self-paced online GRE course is around $500.

Live-Online Prep These classes offer online classes with actual teacher/student interaction. They offer 10-20 live classes on evenings and/or weekends. These courses are best for students who benefit from live interaction and need the extra motivation a class offers. The average cost of these GRE prep courses is around $1000 and up.

Private Tutoring Private tutoring is offered online or in person. It offers personalized attention to students, and the cost of these classes is between $100 and $200 an hour.

 

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Great Online GRE Prep Classes

Magoosh Self-Paced GRE Prep from $149 Popular and well-regarded online test prep platform known for its budget-friendly GRE preparation courses. Offers a range of study materials, including video lessons, practice questions, mock tests, Study Plans, mobile access, and score predictor. Free trial.

Manhattan Prep GRE Interact from $299 Highly interactive, self-paced online course designed to help students prepare for the GRE. Features interactive lessons, adaptive learning, high-quality instructors, practice questions and exams. Free trial.

Manhattan Prep GRE for MBA from $1480 Specialized GRE for MBA programs aimed at students planning to use their GRE scores for business school applications. This program emphasizes strategies and content that are particularly important for MBA applicants. Live online and in-person.

 

Local Boston GRE Prep classes