Award-Winning GRE Courses & Classes in Skokie, IL

If you'd like some help preparing to take the GRE, Varsity Tutors has you covered with in-depth GRE courses. GRE classes give you the opportunity to work directly with your educator through a series of one-on-one lessons. Or, you can sign up for a GRE prep course that takes place in a small group setting. You can get started with the GRE course of your choice quickly when you contact us today. Or, read on for more information on how a GRE class could supplement your study plan.

The GRE is a graduate admissions exam that is accepted at thousands of graduate schools across the country, including law and business schools. The test was designed to assess how prepared a student is to continue on with their studies at the graduate school level. The exam serves the same role for many graduate programs as the SAT and ACT do at the undergrad level. If you take the GRE and perform well on it, then you may have a better chance of getting into your top choice graduate programs. That's why having a strong test preparation process is vital as you get ready to take the GRE. A GRE prep class could be the right fit for your needs.

Below, you'll find more information on the GRE's format:

When you sign up for GRE prep courses, you'll start learning from an experienced educator with a group of classmates in a convenient online setting. This learning option allows you to collaborate with your peers and get all of the academic benefits of taking a class without having to leave your home. You'll even have the option of spending some one-on-one time with your teacher when you need it. Thus, if you're someone who's previously found success in the traditional classroom learning environment, GRE prep classes may be right for you.

You can also sign up for private GRE tutoring. This may be the right fit for you if you're someone who values getting personalized feedback from their test preparation instructor. A tutor can set you up with a customized lesson plan and give you the guidance you need to make real academic progress.

Here's some information on the GRE's Experimental and Research sections:

• Unscored
• Used to try out questions for possible future use
• The Experimental section is embedded in the Verbal or Quantitative Reasoning sections
  • This section is not identified
• The Research section comes at the end of the test and may take the place of the embedded Experimental section
  • This section is identified

In the following sections, we'll cover each test on the GRE in more depth. We provide details of each test and information about a GRE tutor can be a valuable asset to help you reach for your maximum potential.

GRE Analytical Writing Courses

If you have been thinking about taking a GRE Analytical Writing prep class, Varsity Tutors can set you up with comprehensive GRE Analytical Writing prep courses to help you build your study skills heading into test day. The GRE (or Graduate Records Examination) is required by graduate programs across the country, including some in the niches of business and law. The exam has three sections, of which many students might find the Analytical Writing section most intimidating. If you're looking for expert test-taking strategies and other practical tips you can use on exam day, enroll in one of our GRE Analytical Writing classes today!

Varsity Tutors offers two different types of GRE Analytical Writing courses for your convenience. The first is a private GRE Analytical Writing course consisting of one-on-one tutoring sessions. You may spend as much time as you like on each topic, and every question you ask may receive an immediate response.

Alternatively, we offer courses in which your GRE Analytical Writing prep course is comprised of you, your instructor, and several classmates. You are free to interact with your peers, potentially creating a collaborative learning environment as you all work toward your academic goals. This option also allows you to book private time an instructor outside of your course.

One of the first topics for discussion in your average GRE Analytical Writing course is the structure and content of the test. The GRE Analytical Writing section is split into two, separately-timed essay tasks. The first is an "issue task," requiring students to write an informative essay based on the prompt provided. Students do not know exactly what the "issue" in question will be until exam day, but it will be drawn from a list released before your testing date. If there are any potential topics that strike you as more challenging than the rest, you might want to outline them with your instructor during a GRE Analytical Writing class to help you feel more prepared. You have 30 minutes to write this essay.

The second question is the "argumentative task," requiring a critical evaluation of another author's work. While you won't know what you are evaluating until test day, your instructor might be able to show you what kinds of critiques the graders are looking for. You have 30 minutes to complete this section as well.

Both tasks on this test measure your ability to discuss complex ideas. The bulleted list below highlights the skills that the exam emphasizes:

GRE Analytical Writing Skills Assessed

• Articulating complex concepts effectively and clearly
• Supporting ideas with examples and reasons
• Examining claims using accompanying evidence
• Maintaining a focused and coherent discussion
• Command of written English

That said, some of the questions might seem too abstract at first glance. Consider the GRE Analytical Writing sample problem below:

Analyze an Issue Task Sample

To understand the most important characteristics of a society, one must study its major cities.

Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the statement and explain your reasoning for the position you take. In developing and supporting your position, you should consider ways in which the statement might or might not hold true and explain how these considerations shape your position.

Thankfully, GRE Analytical Writing prep classes can help you decipher what a question wants you to do. The question above doesn't expect you to have an encyclopedic knowledge of the world's cities, instead evaluating your ability to use what you know in order to craft a logical argument. It's also worth noting that the quality of your argument is the only thing that's graded, not the position you choose to take on a given issue.

We also try to make attending your GRE Analytical Writing class as convenient as possible. All instruction happens on our Live Learning Platform, a digital classroom that brings the benefits of face-to-face instruction to your living room. We also try to match every client with a service that meets their scheduling needs, whether that means a private tutor who can meet on your schedule or a small group course that fits your life.

If you are ready to enroll in a GRE Analytical Writing course today, reach out to Varsity Tutors today to get the process started!

GRE Verbal Reasoning Class

If you are looking into GRE Verbal prep classes, Varsity Tutors can place you in a GRE Verbal prep course to help increase your self-confidence on exam day. The GRE consists of three sections, one of which is called Verbal Reasoning. If you feel that your test prep should emphasize this particular section, taking a GRE Verbal class may be a great decision.

One of the first topics discussed in nearly any GRE Verbal course is the structure and content you can expect on exam day. The GRE is computer-based, meaning that you take it on a computer instead of a more traditional test booklet. It utilizes a multiple-choice format, and it's timed. If you have a hard time budgeting your time on standardized exams, you may wish to concentrate on time management strategies during your GRE Verbal prep courses to improve your study efficiency.

Once you have a sense of the test's structure, your GRE Verbal class may shift gears to the types of questions you might see. The list below provides more information:

GRE Verbal Reasoning Question Types

• Reading Comprehension
  • Reading a passage and then demonstrating your understanding and evaluation skills by answering related questions
  • Passages are one or several paragraphs long
  • Approximately 10 passages per test
  • 1-6 questions per passage
• Sentence Completion
  • Decide the best answer for blank sections of short passages
  • Choose from one of 3-5 options for each blank
• Sentence Equivalence
  • Use partial information in a single sentence to decide the best answers for how it should complete
  • 6 choices per blank
  • Choose 2 answers per blank

If you've ever taken an English Language Arts test before, you're probably already familiar with most of those topics. That said, many students find the GRE Verbal Reasoning section more challenging than comparable exams they've taken in the past. Look at the sample question below for an example:

Although it does contain some pioneering ideas, one would hardly characterize the work as __________.

• orthodox
• eccentric
• original
• trifling
• conventional
• innovative

Yep, that's a multiple-choice question with two correct responses. You need to find both in order to earn full credit, so it's important to understand every question and its corresponding answer choices. If you feel that you need some experience with how GRE questions are worded, you might take practice tests during your GRE Verbal classes to help you feel more comfortable.

We also offer two different GRE Verbal course options to help you prepare for the test. The first GRE Verbal prep class option is one-on-one tutoring. You study with an expert instructor in a private learning environment that may be tailored to your unique needs and learning style. Any questions you have can receive an on-the-spot answer, and you may spend as much or as little time as you need to on each GRE Verbal concept.

Alternatively, you may enroll in one of our small group courses. A course consists of you, your instructor, and a handful of other students preparing for the same test you are. You can interact with your peers at will, promoting a collaborative learning environment as you help each other reach for your academic goals. If you decide you would like to, you can still arrange private study with an instructor whenever you feel the need. Both are great options, and some students combine them for a really comprehensive test prep experience!

We also try to make your GRE Verbal courses as convenient as possible. All classes take place on our exclusive Live Learning Platform, providing the benefits of face-to-face instruction without the logistical nightmare of trying to arrange an in-person study session. We also try to match every student with a class that suits their schedule, whether that means locating a tutor with comparable availability or offering several courses at once so you can pick one.

If you're ready to learn more about the benefits of a GRE Verbal tutor or course, contact Varsity Tutors today for more information.

GRE Quantitative Reasoning Classes

Varsity Tutors can help you prepare for the QR test with an in-depth GRE Quantitative Reasoning course. You can choose to take a GRE Quantitative Reasoning class in a small group setting or work in a one-on-one learning environment with an experienced GRE instructor. If you're ready to get started with GRE Quantitative Reasoning courses, then you can do so by getting in touch with us today. Or, continue reading for more reasons why GRE Quantitative Reasoning classes may be the right fit for your test preparation needs.

The GRE has sections on Quantitative Reasoning, Analytical Writing, and Verbal Reasoning. The test's Quantitative Reasoning section combines the topics of math, data, and logical reasoning. The point of this part of the exam is to assess how you go about solving problems. It looks at aspects like your ability to reason using numbers to assess how prepared you are to continue your studies at the graduate school level. A good GRE score can help a student get into the graduate programs that they're most interested in attending. That's why taking a GRE Quantitative Reasoning prep course could be such a valuable addition to your study plan.

Below, you'll see the major content areas covered on the GRE Quantitative Reasoning section:

• Arithmetic
• Algebra
• Geometry
• Data Analysis

Depending on your academic interests, you may prefer to take a GRE Quantitative Reasoning course in a small group setting or work with an educator individually in a GRE Quantitative Reasoning class. A group-based GRE Quantitative Reasoning prep class may be the right fit for you if you've previously enjoyed learning in the traditional classroom setting. GRE Quantitative Reasoning prep classes give you all of the benefits of a traditional class from the comfort of your home. You'll learn with a small number of peers from an experienced educator. You can even work with your educator in a one-on-one setting when you need extra help with something.

GRE Quantitative Reasoning prep courses are also available in a one-on-one setting. This option may be the right choice for you if you value getting individualized help from your educator. Tutors are able to help you by setting you up with a customized lesson plan that is based on your specific educational needs. You can work through each lesson at your own pace and get direct feedback from your instructor along the way.

Here are some of the topics you'll need to know before taking this part of the GRE:

GRE Quantitative Reasoning Topics (non-comprehensive)

• Arithmetic operations
• Exponents and roots
• Sequences of numbers
• Simplifying algebraic expressions
• Setting up equations to solve word problems
• Coordinate geometry
• Parallel and perpendicular lines
• The Pythagorean theorem
• Mean, median, mode, range
• Tables and graphs
• Permutations

Whether you prefer to take a group course or work individually with your instructor, Varsity Tutors has a GRE Quantitative Reasoning test preparation option that can fit your needs. Having a strong GRE preparation plan is important because doing well on the exam could help you get into more of the graduate schools you apply to. Why not rely on the expertise of Varsity Tutors to get more out of your study sessions? You can even get help with things like managing your test anxiety. If you'd like to get started with one of these learning opportunities, reach out to us today. We hope to hear from you soon.

Signing Up For a GRE Prep Course

Whether you sign up for a GRE course or tutoring sessions, and whether you choose to concentrate on a specific GRE test or you want to cover everything, your instructor can help you prepare for the material you'll cover on exam day as well as build up your study and test-taking skills. You'll be able to bring these skills with you to any future tests that you take.

If you're interested in getting a graduate degree, then performing well on the GRE may make you a more attractive candidate for admission at the schools you apply to. However, the test can be difficult to prepare for without any guidance. Why not let Varsity Tutors help you get more out of your study sessions? You can sign up for a GRE class or GRE tutoring sessions today if you're ready to get started. We are looking forward to helping you take advantage of your opportunities on the GRE.