GRE Score Calculator
Predict Your GRE Score
Use our GRE score calculator to predict your potential score based on practice test performance. This tool helps you understand where you stand and what areas need improvement for your target MBA programs.
Practice Test Score Predictor
Verbal Reasoning
Quantitative Reasoning
Official tests tend to be more accurate predictors
GRE Score Percentile Rankings
| Score Range | Verbal Percentile | Quant Percentile | Typical Programs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 170 | 99% | 96% | Top 5 MBA Programs |
| 165-169 | 95-98% | 84-95% | Top 10 MBA Programs |
| 160-164 | 83-94% | 67-83% | Top 25 MBA Programs |
| 155-159 | 65-82% | 48-66% | Top 50 MBA Programs |
| 150-154 | 44-64% | 30-47% | Regional MBA Programs |
| 145-149 | 23-43% | 17-29% | Consider Retaking |
Understanding Your Practice Test Results
Score Prediction Accuracy
- Official ETS Tests: Typically within 2-3 points of actual score
- Third-Party Tests: May vary by 3-5 points from actual score
- Adaptive Algorithm: The GRE adapts difficulty based on performance, affecting final score
Factors Affecting Score Prediction
- Test-day conditions and anxiety
- Familiarity with computer-based testing
- Time management during the actual test
- Random variation in question difficulty
GRE Scores for Top MBA Programs
| MBA Program | Average GRE | Verbal Range | Quant Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford GSB | 330 | 165-170 | 165-170 |
| Harvard Business School | 328 | 163-170 | 163-170 |
| Wharton | 324 | 162-168 | 162-170 |
| MIT Sloan | 327 | 162-169 | 163-170 |
| Columbia Business School | 324 | 160-167 | 162-170 |
| Chicago Booth | 325 | 161-168 | 162-170 |
Tips for Improving Your GRE Score
Verbal Reasoning Tips
- Build vocabulary systematically using flashcards
- Practice reading complex passages daily
- Focus on identifying main ideas and author's tone
- Master text completion and sentence equivalence strategies
- Time yourself to improve pacing
Quantitative Reasoning Tips
- Review fundamental math concepts thoroughly
- Practice data interpretation questions
- Use the on-screen calculator efficiently
- Master quantitative comparison techniques
- Focus on common trap answers
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