Are scholarships affected if I take the GRE at home instead of in person?

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Prateeksha Manral · Accepted Answer

No, scholarships are not usually affected if you take the GRE at home instead of in person. 
Universities and scholarship programs treat the GRE General Test the same, whether you take it online or at a test center. 
The GRE at-home test is identical in format, scoring, and content to the in-person version, so there is no difference in how your score is perceived by admissions committees or scholarship boards.
Here are a few key points to keep in mind:
1. Universities accept both versions: Almost all universities that require GRE scores accept the at-home test without any issue. They don&rsquo;t give preference to one format over the other.
2. Fair scoring: The GRE at-home test is proctored online, ensuring fairness and integrity, just like the in-person test. Your score is considered valid for admissions and scholarship evaluations.
3. COVID-19 adjustments: During the pandemic, many students took the GRE from home, and universities have continued to accept these scores for admissions and scholarships without any problems.
While it&rsquo;s very rare, some specific programs or scholarships may have their own unique requirements. 
It&rsquo;s always good to double-check with the particular school or scholarship provider to be sure.
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Jayant M · Answer

No, the probability of being granted a scholarship is not impacted when one takes the test at home rather than physically. That is because, with regard to both the format, as well as scoring and content, the institutions view them as identical; that's because they have been standardized and proctored in extremely strict conditions. The format, content, scoring, and aptitude test measures are exactly the same.
Scholarship decisions rely mainly on the GRE score itself along with all other application components, such as your GPA, statement of purpose, and recommendation letters. Since your at-home GRE score meets or exceeds the requirements for the scholarship, then your at-home GRE score is considered just as valid as a score from the test center.