General GRE Scores: Is a 570 Enough for Math/Stat Grad Programs?

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Most Math and Statistics graduate programs generally consider a quantitative GRE score of 700 or above to be acceptable, with some programs aiming for scores around 800. A score of 790 in the quantitative section is viewed positively, while a verbal score of 570 is around average for a native speaker, as the average verbal score is approximately 460. Many applicants report that as long as their quantitative score is strong, a lower verbal score may not significantly impact their application, especially if their overall profile is strong. Concerns about retaking the GRE for a higher verbal score are common, but many believe that a solid quantitative score can offset a less impressive verbal score.
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What do most Math/Stat grad programs consider a "good score" for the general GRE? A friend told me you need an 800 in the quant section, and I've also heard that as long as you're above 700, you should be fine.

I took the general GRE today, got a 570 in verbal, 790 quantitative. Don't know the writing score, but I'm guessing it's around a 4.

Anyone know anything definitive? Also, is a 570 an *acceptable* score for a native speaker? I took the general GRE with no practice other than going thru one of the power prep tests. I really don't want to have to take the general test over for the sake of a higher verbal score.
 
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