Register for GRE Physics Subject Test | Tips & Deadlines for Fall 2021

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When preparing for the GRE Physics Subject Test, it's crucial to consider the timing of the test in relation to application deadlines. If the application deadline for the desired university is in December, it is advisable to take the GRE subject test in September, October, or November to ensure scores are available in time. The GRE General Test is typically required for most graduate programs in the U.S., including physics, though some programs may not require it. Applicants should verify the specific requirements of each university to confirm whether both tests are necessary.
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Hi everyone,

I'm planning to take GRE physics subject test probably around Fall this year. This is going to be my first experience taking GRE. I have some questions regarding this. If the application deadline in my desired university is somewhere in December, when should I take the GRE subject test (there are 4 test dates closest to December, all within September through November)?
Second, what is GRE general test typically for? Does every US university applicant, regardless of their department aim, have to take the general test?
 
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blue_leaf77 said:
Hi everyone,

I'm planning to take GRE physics subject test in April. This is going to be my first experience taking GRE. I have some questions regarding this. If the application deadline in my desired university is somewhere in December, when should I take the GRE subject test (there are 4 test dates closest to December, all within September through November)?
Second, what is GRE general test typically for? Does every US university applicant, regardless of their department aim, have to take the general test?

Have you covered the bases w.r.t. the GRE itself?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Graduate_Record_Examinations

http://www.ets.org/gre
 
blue_leaf77 said:
Does every US university applicant, regardless of their department aim, have to take the general test?

Check the requirements for the specific universities that you are applying to. I think most physics graduate programs in the US do require the general GRE exam in addition to the physics GRE exam, but I think I've read here that some don't.
 
Thanks, that's very informing.
 
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