Master's Degrees and the GMAT/GRE

hackman2007

I recently graduated from college and am on my first job so I'm not interested at this second to go back to get a master's, but I do want to eventually.

The problem is, I'm not sure if I can pass the GMAT/GRE. Is there ever a point where you don't have to take this test? Like after a certain number of years.

Zartanasaurus

Many lower tier colleges don't require it. To get into a competitive program at an upper tier college will require one or the other.

cxzar20

The GRE is basically the SAT, stupid and pointless. If you get some prep material you will do fine on it. The better you do the more you will likely get in terms of scholarships and grants.

qwertyiop

Not every program requires a GMAT or GRE.
For example take a look at the admission requirements for my current program
MSIA Admission Criteria Also Include:

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline from an accredited institution
• Minimum 3.0 GPA on earned undergraduate degree
• A strong record of academic achievement, as indicated by official transcripts and proof of proficiency on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), or one of the following Security certifications: Security +, CISSP, GSE, CCSP, SSCP, CIW, or RSA.
• Minimum passing score on a specific Security certification achieved within the last two years

cxzar20

Zartanasaurus wrote: »

Many lower tier colleges don't require it. To get into a competitive program at an upper tier college will require one or the other.

Also this isn't necessarily true, the MS programs at RIT don't require them unless your GPA is under 3.0

hackman2007

Thanks for the info everyone.

It will be at least a year before I do anything. Glad it's not required everywhere.

jesseou812

Zartanasaurus wrote: »

Many lower tier colleges don't require it. To get into a competitive program at an upper tier college will require one or the other.

Webster University | Best College | US News

Webster is a rated pretty high and does not require the GRE/GMAT.

However, National Inflation Association <--buyer beware!

powerfool

hackman2007 wrote: »

I recently graduated from college and am on my first job so I'm not interested at this second to go back to get a master's, but I do want to eventually.

The problem is, I'm not sure if I can pass the GMAT/GRE. Is there ever a point where you don't have to take this test? Like after a certain number of years.

If you are considering an MBA (GMAT), I wouldn't consider a school that doesn't require one, as there are too many MBAs from mediocre and sub-par schools...

Honestly, the first thing that you need to do is work on your confidence. Focus on your job for another year, and sharpen your productivity axe by doing some personal development. When you feel confident enough to pass an aptitude exam, go for it.