So, you took the GRE but you are not satisfied with the results. Don’t worry! Retaking GRE is very common. All you need to do is to plan your retest very strategically and how to approach it strategically is very important. Multiple strategies would help you to improve your score and boost your graduate school applications.

Understand Your previous Score and Goals:

Analysing your previous score is very important, before you even plan to retake.

• Identify your weak areas: mark the sections where you underperformed; whether the score was poor in verbal reasoning, quantitative aptitude or writing tasks. If you really want to improve, know your weakness and work on those particular topics.so ultimately you can improve your score.
• What are your program requirements? Know what you need and work on it, check out from what margin are you missing your ultimate aim and start working on those particular arenas,
• Overall Application should be evaluated: Consider your GPA, letters of recommendation, and statement of purpose, all these should be really good; if this is the case, a slightly lower GRE score would be less impactful.

 When you should go for a Retake:

• In case of significant score discrepancy, if your score is quite low than your targeted ones, then you must go for a retake.
• If you feel you can improve in particular section and your last performance was not good so the retake is mandatory to show case your academic excellence.
• Make sure you have enough time to retake the test, and it should not be parallel to your targeted deadline.
• In case you were anxious in your first attempt than the retake is needed, to provide you an opportunity so that you can perform better in your next attempt in good conditions.
• If you wish to seek scholarship, then particular GRE score is needed to bag the GRE requirements.

When you should not go for a retake:

• A retake might not be the worth and effort if your GRE score is quite near the target program’s average.
• If you are running short of time, retaking the test would hamper your application deadlines, then start prioritizing other application components
• Without preparation, taking a retest is a waste of time and money. You need to analyse your weakness in order to yield significant improvements.
• Check out your financial constraints, do consider the cost of retaking the test and whether it is in your budget.

Strategies to build before Retake of the test:

1. Examine your previous attempt
   • Analyse your score report and try to mark the question types and content areas where you struggled. And also, time management is very important.

1. Prepare your study plan and follow it

Practise materials and the tutors that will help you in building your dream score is very important. Personalised guidance is very important and also try to allocate sufficient time for your self-study too.

1. Practice and go for multiple mock tests
   • Practise number of tests and adjust your study plan accordingly. Check your performance and start preparing further. Time management and pacing is very important.

1. Simulation of real scenarios is necessary before final attempt
   • Adhere to fix time limits for each section and practise in a quiet environment which gives you a real feel of the actual test.

1. Approach with a positive mindset
   • Always prepare with a positive mindset and relaxation techniques and positive self-task.

1. Plan Your Retake judiciously:
   • Ample time is needed to improve your performance, and schedule the retake only when you are confident and thoroughly prepared.

Retake of GRE is quite an important decision. And only by analysing your initial performance, developing a targeted study plan, and maintaining a positive mindset can you maximize your chances of achieving your dream score and unlocking your graduate school aspirations. Get in touch with the mentors of Yourpedia Global to get personalized interaction and achieve excellence.