Should i take the general GRE again ?

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The discussion centers on the relevance of the general GRE scores for PhD applications in physics. The user, an MSc Physics student from India, expressed dissatisfaction with their general GRE scores of 520 in verbal and 760 in quantitative sections. It was concluded that most physics departments prioritize the Physics GRE over the general GRE, which is often a requirement for graduate school applications but not heavily weighted by the departments themselves. The user is advised to focus on preparing for the Physics GRE, especially with changes to the GRE format occurring in August.

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I will be applying to US uni grad schools for a Phd for the fall 2012 semester. I just took my general GRE and am not happy with my score-verbal 520 and quant 760. I will be taking the TOEFL this summer and the Physics GRE in November. Should i take the general GRE again?
The GRE is changing in august and i am wondering how that will affect.
Also is there a cutoff for GRE scores that uni"s apply when looking at applications?
PS: I am a MSc Physics student in India.
 
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Most physics departments don't care in the least about the general GRE. Uusually, the graduate school requires it for all applicants, regardless of whether the department uses the score for anything.

Physics departments care much, much more about the Physics GRE. I would focus my studying on that test if I were you.
 
Many thanks GO 1.! Thats a load off my mind!
 

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