-The Different Types of Entrance Exams-
There are a lot of us getting to that point where we need to start planning for graduate school. However, I’m not sure all of us are ready for the big jump. One of the essential parts of planning for the grad school you are planning to attend is taking the proper entrance exams. Because this could be very confusing, below I have three of the most common types of exams and what they are about.
GRE’s:
The GRE website says that this is a revised general test and that it is “one test for graduate and business school.” This test gives students “more opportunities for success.” The GRE exam is a test for most students who want to continue their education in graduate school.
Parts of the test
· Verbal Reasoning – Analyzing written material
· Quantitative Reasoning- Problem solving and data analysis
· Analytical Reasoning- Critical thinking
MCAT’s:
The MCAT website says that is test is a “standard, multiple-choice examination.” The MCAT exam is a test for students who want to get into medical school after they have received their undergraduate degree.
Parts of the test
· Biological and biochemical foundations of living systems
· Chemical and physical foundations of biological systems
· Psychological, social, and biological foundations of behavior
· Critical analysis and reasoning skills
LSAT’s:
The LSAT website says that this test “measures skills that are essential for success in Law school.”The LSAT exam is a test for students who want to pursue a career in law at a law school after they have received their undergraduate degree.
Parts of the test
· Reading comprehension- Reading with understanding
· Analytical Reasoning- Understand Relationships
· Logical Reasoning- Analyze Arguments
Hopefully, this has helped you better understand what you need to do to start your journey to grad school. Don’t freak out about the future. Just breathe, and plan ahead.
Alana Long
Sources:
http://www.lsac.org/jd/lsat/about-the-lsat/