I am NOT trying to scare you.  I know that many people detest talking about “the future plans.”  Are you applying to medical school?  Did you take the GRE?  What about the subject GRE?  What grad school are you going to?  So, what are you doing after graduation?  Did you ask for your recommendation letters?  Did you take the MCAT?  The DAT?

I know, I know.  I hate it, too.  We all had our future planned out, and then we got to college.  It changed and that’s OK.  With that being said, I do want to help out those who PLAN on taking the GRE (even if you don’t know why you’re taking it).   I would give tips on the MCAT, but as of 2015 they are changing the format of the MCAT, so my tips would not pertain to anyone anymore…womp, womp.

The GRE is more laid back than the MCAT, however.  It’s almost like an ACT/SAT on steroids.  Here ya go:

1. REVIEW THE EASY STUFF.  Yes, easy stuff like algebra and geometry from high school.

2. VOCABULARY.  Do you remember all of those AP English vocabulary flashcards?  Review that, too.  The GRE likes to throw in big, adult words; you’ll thank me later!

3. PRACTICE.  I’m just stating the obvious!  Everyone knows this one, but it’s an important one.

4. WORK ON YOUR WEAKNESS.  You know what it is, so work 10x harder.  Own it.

5. STAY COOL.  If you need to take it again, then do it.  However, make it worth while.

You’ll be glad when it’s all over.  Just remember:  “If it was easy, then everyone would do it.”