GRE Score Calculator
Enter your scaled Verbal score (130–170)
Enter your scaled Quant score (130–170)
Select your AWA score (0.0–6.0 in 0.5 increments)
Compare your scores to the average for your target discipline
Score Goal Tracker (Optional)
Enter Your GRE Scores
Enter your Verbal, Quantitative, and AWA scores above to see your percentile rankings, performance assessment, and program competitiveness.
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Select 'Scaled Score' if you already know your official GRE scores (130–170 for Verbal and Quant). Choose 'Raw Score' if you just finished a practice test and want to estimate your scaled score by entering how many questions you answered correctly out of 27 for each section.
Enter All Three Section Scores
Enter your Verbal and Quantitative scores using the sliders or number inputs. Select your AWA score from the dropdown (0.0–6.0 in 0.5 steps). If you want to calculate your AWA from individual essay scores, click 'Enter Issue + Argument essay scores' and enter each sub-score — the calculator will average them and round to the nearest half-point.
Select Your Field of Study
Pick your target discipline from the dropdown (Engineering, Business, Humanities, etc.). The results will show how your scores compare to the average Verbal, Quant, and AWA scores for applicants in your field, with color-coded gap indicators showing where you stand above or below the field average.
Set Score Goals and Review Results
Optionally enter your target Verbal and Quantitative scores in the Goal Tracker section to see how many points you need to close the gap. Then review your percentile ranks, 7-tier performance badges, combined score tier, GMAT concordance, and program competitiveness grid to understand your positioning and plan your next steps.
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What is a good GRE score?
A 'good' GRE score depends on your target programs and field. As a general benchmark, a combined score of 310+ is considered competitive for most graduate programs, 320+ is strong for top-ranked master's and PhD programs, and 330+ places you in the top 10–15% of all test-takers and is competitive for elite programs. However, Verbal and Quant percentiles differ significantly for the same scaled score — a 165 Verbal is the 95th percentile while a 165 Quant is only the 81st — so field-specific averages matter more than headline numbers. Engineering programs weigh Quant heavily; humanities programs weigh Verbal and AWA. Use the field comparison feature to see how your scores measure up in your specific discipline.
How is the GRE scored and why are percentiles different for Verbal vs. Quant?
The GRE Verbal and Quantitative sections are each scored on a scale from 130 to 170. Raw scores (correct answers out of 27 per section) are converted to scaled scores through ETS's equating process, which accounts for difficulty variation across test forms. Percentile ranks reflect how your score compares to all test-takers over the most recent three-year period. Because the GRE test-taker pool includes many STEM-focused applicants (engineers, scientists, economists), the Quantitative score distribution is skewed higher, meaning a 160 Quant is only the 61st percentile while a 160 Verbal is the 84th percentile. This is why understanding section-specific percentiles matters more than just comparing raw scaled scores.
How long are GRE scores valid and how many times can I take the test?
GRE scores are valid for five years from the test date, so scores from a test taken in March 2022 remain reportable through March 2027. You can take the GRE General Test up to five times within any continuous rolling 12-month period, and you must wait at least 21 days between attempts. ETS's ScoreSelect feature allows you to choose which scores to send to programs — you can send scores from one specific test date or all scores from the past five years, depending on program requirements. Many programs report that they consider your highest score, but some require all scores be submitted, so check each program's policy before retaking.
What is the GRE to GMAT conversion?
ETS publishes an official GRE-GMAT concordance table that provides approximate GMAT equivalent scores for combined GRE scores. For example, a combined GRE of 320 is roughly equivalent to a GMAT of 700, and a GRE of 330 equates to approximately 760. These concordance scores are based on a study of test-takers who completed both exams and are intended to help business school admissions committees compare applicants. The conversion is an approximation — the tests measure overlapping but not identical skills — so a direct comparison will always have some error margin. Many top MBA programs now explicitly accept GRE scores alongside GMAT, so check whether your target school requires additional context when submitting a GRE score.
How is the AWA score calculated and what is considered a strong AWA?
The Analytical Writing section contains two essays: the Issue task (present and defend your perspective on an issue) and the Argument task (evaluate the logic of an argument). Each essay is scored from 0 to 6 by a trained human rater and an automated scoring system called e-rater. If the two scores are within one point, they are averaged; if they differ by more than one point, a second human rater scores the essay. Your final AWA score is the average of your Issue and Argument scores, rounded to the nearest 0.5. An AWA of 4.0 is approximately the 54th percentile, 4.5 is the 79th, and 5.0 is the 91st. For most programs, an AWA of 4.0 or higher is considered acceptable; 4.5+ is strong; 5.0+ is exceptional.
Should I retake the GRE to improve my score?
Whether to retake the GRE depends on how far your current scores are from your target programs' expectations and how much preparation time you can invest. If your combined score is below 310 and you are targeting competitive programs, additional preparation and retaking can meaningfully improve your application. If your score is in the range of your target programs, retaking may not significantly change your outcome. Consider that many programs consider only your highest score, and most AdCom members understand that test performance varies. Focus on the sections most relevant to your field — Quant for STEM programs, Verbal for humanities. This calculator's program competitiveness section and field comparison can help you decide whether a retake is worth the investment.