IS IT COMPULSARY TO CLEAR GER EXAM FOR MASTERS IN USA UNIVERSITY
The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) used to be a standard requirement for most U.S. master’s programs, but things have changed a lot since 2020.
π Current Situation (2025)
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Not compulsory for all universities/programs – Many U.S. universities have made the GRE optional or even waived it permanently, especially after the pandemic.
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STEM fields (Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, etc.) → Some top or competitive programs (like MIT, Stanford, Carnegie Mellon) may still require or recommend the GRE.
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Non-STEM fields (Arts, Management, Social Sciences, Education, etc.) → GRE is rarely compulsory now.
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Business schools (MBA/Management) → Usually prefer GMAT over GRE, though many accept both.
✅ When GRE is Compulsory
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Highly competitive programs in Ivy League or top-ranked universities may still list GRE as required.
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Programs with funding or assistantships might ask for GRE to compare applicants globally.
❌ When GRE is Not Compulsory
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Many mid-tier and even some top-tier universities have test-optional policies.
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If you have strong academics, research experience, or good work experience, you may not need GRE.
π Summary
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No, GRE is not compulsory for all U.S. universities in 2025.
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It depends on the university and program you’re applying to.
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IELTS/TOEFL is still mandatory for English proficiency, but GRE is optional in most cases.
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