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Graduate and Professional School Entrance Exams

The four most common entrance exams required for graduate and professional school are the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), Law School Admission Test (LSAT), and the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT). International students may also Áñ—†ÊÓƵ to submit scores for a test that measures ability to communicate and write in English, such as the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Because each Áñ—†ÊÓƵ differs, it is important you identify the requirements by consulting the Áñ—†ÊÓƵ’s website.

There are many resources available to assist you in preparing for entrance exams:

Áñ—†ÊÓƵ Library offers for the GRE, MCAT, LSAT, and GMAT.

A few tips:

• Take time to prepare. While it is not required to enroll in a prep course, study regularly for at least 3 months prior to your exam date.
• Don’t obsess over your scores. Your test scores are one of many criterion the admission reps will be considering when reviewing your application.
• If the test is optional, consider taking it. Making the decision to take the exam shows initiative and if the scores are strong, you can submit them.
• Don’t take the exam too many times, as it might indicate lack of preparation or desperation. Low test scores can be offset by other parts of your application, such as strong work experience or a thoughtful essay, which are better indicators of your work ethic and potential.