Debunking Common Myths About Using GRE? Scores
Alberto Acereda
Higher Education | Business Strategy & Growth | Global Institutional Partnerships | EdTech Innovation
The GRE? General Test is a vital tool for programs to use as part of their holistic admissions process. Unfortunately, there are a lot of misconceptions about the test, the purpose it serves and what programs expect out of it. Here are a few of the most common myths we hear from skeptics, the real facts and where you can learn more.
1. Myth: The purpose of the GRE? General Test is to predict program completion.
Fact: GRE scores help predict an applicant’s readiness for graduate-level work. The GRE test is a valuable assessment tool that says a lot about an applicant. Yet, the scores measure an applicant’s skills and cognitive capabilities -- they cannot predict program completion. In fact, no tool can predict the likelihood of program completion. Watch this video
2. Myth: Without GRE scores, the admissions process will be fairer.
Fact: An admissions process without GRE scores is less fair because it’s the only part of the application process that is research-based and scrutinized for fairness. GRE scores play a key role in evaluating applicants in an equitable manner. Watch this video
3. Myth: Eliminating GRE score requirements will improve program diversity.
Fact: The complex truth is that increasing program diversity requires commitment and nuance across admissions. A truly holistic admission process is one that prioritizes inclusivity and fairly considers other qualitative and quantitative metrics, including GRE scores. Watch this video
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2 年Alberto, thanks for sharing!
Dean of Liberal Arts 1994-2015; Adjunct Professor, Waterford Institute of Technology
4 年In my experience as a grad Diector, Chair and Dean for 25 years, I have found GRE’s uninformative . For one thing there is no way to factor into account test taking ability and anxiety. My professional opinion is that interviews and writing samples in complement to references and matches between student interests and programs provide the strongest evidence for admissions decisions.
Program Administration & Management/Program Review/Accreditation/Research/Workforce Education/College & Business Writing
4 年Yes, I have heard these. I’m just curious about performance on the GRE across countries.