Standardized Tests (GRE/GMAT/TOEFL)
Executive MBA Without GMAT in 2026: What Top EMBA Programs Really Evaluate
By Dr. Philippe Barr, former professor and graduate admissions consultant. Many professionals assume they cannot apply to a top Executive MBA program without the GMAT. That is no longer true. In fact, many highly ranked Executive MBA programs now: accept the Executive Assessment (EA) offer GMAT waivers…
Can a High GRE Score Make Up for a Low GPA?
By Dr. Philippe Barr, former professor and graduate admissions consultant. If you are applying to graduate school with a lower GPA, there is a good chance you have already spent hours searching questions like: Can a high GRE score make up for a low GPA? Can high…
GRE for Master’s Programs: Do You Actually Need It?
By Dr. Philippe Barr, former professor and graduate admissions consultant. If you are applying to a master’s program right now, there is a good chance you are trying to figure out one major question: Do you actually need the GRE for master’s programs anymore? And honestly, the…
When Should You Take the GRE? First Decide If You Should Take It at All
By Dr. Philippe Barr, former professor and graduate admissions consultant. If you are applying to graduate school right now, there is a good chance you are asking yourself some version of this question: “When should I take the GRE?” And if you search online, most articles will…
GRE for PhD Admissions: Does It Still Matter in 2026?
By Dr. Philippe Barr, former professor and graduate admissions consultant. If you are applying to PhD programs in 2026, you have probably noticed something confusing about the GRE. Some PhD programs still require GRE scores.Some made the GRE optional.Some dropped the GRE entirely.And some universities claim the…
GPA vs GRE: Which Matters More for Graduate School Admissions?
By Dr. Philippe Barr, former professor and graduate admissions consultant. If you are applying to graduate school, you have probably wondered at some point: What matters more: GPA or GRE? And unfortunately, a lot of advice online oversimplifies the answer. Some people will tell you GPA is…
Proven Strategies to Ace The GMAT
Are you preparing to apply for an MBA program? If so, you know that the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) is a crucial aspect of the application process. The GMAT measures skills in quantitative reasoning, verbal reasoning, analytical writing, and integrated reasoning. Scoring well on the GMAT…
GMAT vs Executive Assessment: How to Decide
When it comes to pursuing an MBA degree, the road to success requires dedication, hard work, and plenty of study time. One of the first steps in achieving your MBA goals is choosing the right test to take and this is where confusion often arises. Which standardized…
To Retake the GMAT: What You Don’t Know
Retaking the GMAT can feel like standing at a crossroads. Maybe your first score wasn’t what you hoped, maybe you’re second-guessing whether a retake is worth the stress, or maybe you’re wondering how business schools will judge multiple attempts. The truth is, there’s no single right answer.…
GRE vs GMAT: Which Test Should You Actually Take?
By Dr. Philippe Barr, former professor and graduate admissions consultant. If you are applying to graduate school or business school right now, there is a good chance you are stuck on one major question: Should I take the GRE or the GMAT? And honestly, the confusion makes…
How Hard Is the GRE? A Realistic Breakdown
By Dr. Philippe Barr, former professor and graduate admissions consultant. If you are asking, “How hard is the GRE really?”, you are probably not just asking about: math problems vocabulary practice tests timing strategies Most applicants asking this question are actually wondering something much deeper: “Am I…