The GRE General Test is a widely accepted standardized test that assesses the critical thinking, analytical writing, verbal reasoning, and quantitative reasoning skills essential for success in graduate, business, and law programs worldwide.
The GRE test is recognized by thousands of graduate, business, and law schools globally, making it one of the most versatile tests and a reliable measure of a candidate’s potential for advanced study.
Whether you are pursuing a master’s, MBA, or law degree, the GRE General Test provides an opportunity to showcase your skills and stand out in the competitive admission process.
GRE® General Test Content
The GRE General Test is a computer-delivered exam designed to evaluate the fundamental skills required for graduate-level education. The test is divided into three key sections: Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning. Each section evaluates a different set of cognitive abilities and problem-solving skills.
Analytical Writing
Section: One writing task
Time Allotted: 30 minutes
What to expect: This section measures your ability to articulate and support complex ideas, analyze arguments, and maintain a coherent and well-structured response. Your writing will be assessed based on clarity, logical flow, and analytical depth.
Verbal Reasoning
Section: Two sections
Time Allotted:
- Section 1: 12 questions (18 minutes)
- Section 2: 15 questions (23 minutes)
What to expect: This section assesses your ability to understand and evaluate written material, recognize relationships between words and concepts, and draw logical conclusions from textual information. It includes Reading Comprehension, Text Completion, and Sentence Equivalence questions.
Quantitative Reasoning
Sections: Two sections
Time Allotted:
- Section 1: 12 questions (21 minutes)
- Section 2: 15 questions (26 minutes)
What to expect: This section evaluates your mathematical problem-solving abilities, focusing on topics such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis. You will encounter multiple-choice questions, numeric entry questions, and quantitative comparison questions.
The Analytical Writing section always appears first, followed by Verbal Reasoning or Quantitative Reasoning.
One key advantage of the GRE General Test is that it allows test-takers to move forward and backward within a section. You can review and modify your answers before submitting the section, which provides flexibility and helps ensure accuracy.
Test takers also have an on-screen calculator available during the Quantitative Reasoning section.
GRE Test Availability
The GRE General Test is available year-round at multiple test centers across Nigeria, providing candidates with flexibility in scheduling their exams. This allows test-takers to choose a convenient date and location that fits their academic or professional goals.
Test takers can also choose to take the test from the comfort of their homes, ETS offers an at-home testing option.
With both in-center and at-home options, Nigerian test-takers can schedule their GRE General Test at a time and place that best suits their needs, ensuring a smooth and stress-free testing experience.