GRE cutoff for US Universities
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GRE General Test is one of many factors in admission and is definitely not the most important factor. If your undergraduate University is not very reputable and your own academic record is not stellar, then the importance of scoring well in GRE increases.
Most Universities do not have a GRE cutoff. But at the same time no University likes to admit students with very low GRE scores. We at app2us.com believe if you have a good profile otherwise, 1300 is a score with which you can be admitted to most of the good US Universities. If your target is a good Engineering program, GRE Quant should be 750.
For getting into Universities ranked below 50, 1100 is a decent GRE score, if your academic record is good. Again, it is more important to have a higher quant score.
Some Universities post last years minimum or average GRE score in their FAQ pages. Be sure to read that before deciding on where you want to apply.
We do not recommend retaking GRE, but if you scored less than 650 in quant or 350 in verbal, you may think about studying more and retaking the GRE later.
September 28th, 2007 at 11:34 pm
my gre score is 1000,my quant score is 650,my verbal score is 350 and i want to do my MS in mechanical engineering can i get in a good university
September 29th, 2007 at 12:20 pm
invkartik,
Questione like yours belong to the forum at www.app2us.com
The blog comments are for your feedback on the posts - whether you find these useful etc. To quickly answer your question, GRE scores are one of many aspects of your application. If other aspects are strong, you can get into good Universities.
September 30th, 2007 at 4:59 am
can you kindly send me the possible list of the universities where i can get in.
September 30th, 2007 at 7:57 am
this site is wonderful i think it gives the required information for the students
December 6th, 2007 at 6:17 am
my gre score is 970,my quant score is 620,my verbal score is 350 and i want to do my MS in electrical engineering can i get in a good university
December 15th, 2007 at 1:12 am
Kindly post your question on the forum at www.app2us.com under UNIVERSITY SELECTION.
These comments are blog specific - whether you like or dislike the post and how can we improve it.
March 28th, 2008 at 6:22 am
have a score of 1490 (800 Quant+690) wat r my chances in top 15?
March 29th, 2008 at 3:15 am
Popye,
Your GRE score is excellent, and I would say that you have a great chance at Top 15. But the decision depends on other factors like your academic record and quality of undergrad University. If you want a complete FREE guidance, kindly post your question on the forum at www.app2us.com under UNIVERSITY SELECTION.
June 16th, 2008 at 11:13 pm
Respected Sir/Ma`m,
I got GRE 1370 V-670 Q-700… Can i get into top 30??
Will my less score in Quant create a problem or will my gud verbal score compensate for i as my overall score is fine… I hope the universities look at the total score… Ur words of advice would be very grateful.
June 17th, 2008 at 12:24 am
GRE is one of many aspect, you still have hope in 20-30 range. For detailed guidance use the forum at www.app2us.com
July 16th, 2008 at 11:54 am
Hi there,
I am nikhil sharma.
I’ve taken my GRE and my score is 1090 …. maths .. 710
and verbal .. 380 ….
can u suggest me that how r these universities for me ?? .. I am lookin for MS in wireless telecommunications. Jan 09
[LIST]
[*]california state uni, sacremento
[*]california state uni, fresno
[*]san diego state uni
[*]new jersy inst of tech.
[*]uni of illinios, chicago
[*]uni of texas, dallas
[*]mussori inst of tech and science
[*]san jose` state uni.
my resume..
degree aggregate is 72% .. B.tech in ECE …
uni level gold n silver medal in quiz.
national level gold medal in painting.
July 23rd, 2008 at 11:23 pm
hi, this is ami. i ve got GRE score 1010. Q610 & V400. i would like to get human genetics course. can u shortlist the universities where i can apply or i should retake the test. My CGPA is around 9.3. am doing final yr B.tech biotechnology. kindly reply to my mail ami.mehta7@gmail.com. thank u
July 23rd, 2008 at 11:39 pm
Nikhil and Ami,
This place is for comments to let us know whether you like the article or not. For personalized guidance post the same question at our forum at www.app2us.com
Thanks
July 26th, 2008 at 12:33 am
how much i should score in gre to get admission in top 20 university in usa in M.S. in mechanical
July 26th, 2008 at 12:34 am
how much i should score in gre to get admission in M.S. in mechanical in top 20 universities in america
July 26th, 2008 at 12:36 am
Depends on other aspects, please ask your question on the forum at www.app2us.com.
You should target 780 quant and 550 verbal.
July 26th, 2008 at 12:36 am
how much i should score in gre to get admission in M.S. in mechanical in top 20 universities in america and what is the meaning of good academic record
July 26th, 2008 at 9:33 pm
My aggregate is 62% (till sem 6)..
What are the chances of getting admission in a good university for computer science (prefered with funding or assistanship)??…
Also I have done training with a software company for 1 month during my vacations.. Does that count???…
I have not yet given my GRE..
Could u pls tell me how exactly do universities evaluate a student for admission??..
July 26th, 2008 at 10:13 pm
Like other students who posted their detailed questions here, you are advised to kindly ask your question at www.app2us.com - forums.
Our panel of experts will reply soon.
August 4th, 2008 at 10:03 am
how much should i scored in gre to get admission in m.s in civil engineering? plz list some best universities who offers this coarse.
August 11th, 2008 at 11:47 am
Hi,
It seems promissive to me that you could help me with the followings..
I got 1040 [Q-730, V-310] in GRE.
I am expecting 85-90 in TOEFL. Whis is going to be published on 22-th August -2008.
Edu records..
S.S.C [School-10th]-82%
College [12th]-72%
Eng. of CSE-58.8%
Educational Medium was in Engilsh.
I have been working as Analyest Programmer for last 3 yrs.
Do you think it would be possible for me to get admission on MSC program in a middle type university in USA?
August 11th, 2008 at 11:15 pm
Apurba,
Yes, it is possible. Specific questions belong to the forum at www.app2us.com
In USA, the master’s degree is M.S. not MSC.
-app2usadvisor
August 14th, 2008 at 11:06 am
my agreegate as an ec engineer till 6th sem is 62%. i m going to give gre within a week. while practising i m able to score 700 in quant and 300 in verbal but still i m trying hard to score better. Is it possible to get admission below 50 ranked university.
my ssc-84%
hsc-72%
i was a player of our college cricket team.
August 15th, 2008 at 5:56 am
Your blog is interesting!
Keep up the good work!
August 15th, 2008 at 7:54 am
Alex,
Thanks!
Ishan,
It is possible but less likely unless you score 780 in Q and 400 in V.
Feel free to ask detailed questions at app2us.com forums
August 17th, 2008 at 12:42 am
I want to know that what Cummulative GPA is required for Top Universities of USA.
Does Cummulative GPA is responsible for selection in top university. Or a Good GRE score is sufficient.
August 18th, 2008 at 12:45 am
GPA, GRE scores, and other factors like Recommendation, SOP are all important, no one factor is most important. For top Univs you need everything of high order. You are welcome to ask further questions at www.app2us.com
-app2usadvisor
August 21st, 2008 at 2:27 pm
Tis site seems gr8..have even checked th appus form site..itz really helpful. thankz for guidance..
August 25th, 2008 at 7:56 am
Interesting. Added message about you on my site
August 27th, 2008 at 1:58 am
My GRE score is 1320 (Q-790 V-530). I am yet to receive the AWA score. I have not given my TOEFL yet. I have a bachelor of architecture degree with 62%. My S.S.C. percentage is 88 and H.S.C. is 84%. (PCM-94%). I want to pursue Master of Urban Design. With these scores can I get an admission to top 20 univ. in US?
August 29th, 2008 at 2:29 pm
I must say that I am amazed by the patience displayed by app2advisor. In my opinion, the people asking individualized questions after the initial person was advised to ask these questions elsewhere, have little chance of succeeding in life much less getting into a top tier school. Thank you for your free service and superhuman patience.
September 3rd, 2008 at 10:29 am
hi, i scored 1180 in gre, q- 650 and verbal - 530 , should i tale the gre again or just leave it.
September 3rd, 2008 at 10:29 am
hi, i scored 1180 in gre, q- 650 and verbal - 530 , should i take the gre again.
September 7th, 2008 at 12:11 am
hi…..
i liked the way u reply to all ur friends/students u think …..
reading the comments i understand that this the best place to know completely about gre
so please can u give me the info what all is required including a good score in gre to get into ms in IT in usa for the top 15 colls can u mail me the cut off’s of the top universities ……………plzzzzzzzzz
September 7th, 2008 at 2:59 am
my gre score is 1180 (v- 530, q - 650) , should i give the gre again ?
September 7th, 2008 at 9:29 am
I totally agree with the comment above. Great work Mr. Advisor!