Are there specific states where more universities don’t require the GRE?

P Anuj

Education Consultant

Yes, there are specific states where more universities don't require the GRE. 

Mind that the GRE is a test some students take when they want to go to graduate school, but not all universities ask for this test. Many schools have started to skip the GRE requirement, especially during recent times. 

Here are some examples:

• California: In California, quite a few universities have chosen not to require the GRE for most of their programs. Schools like the University of California, San Diego, and Stanford University are part of this group.
• New York: In New York, schools like New York University and Columbia University also do not require GRE scores for many of their graduate programs.
• Massachusetts: Similarly, in Massachusetts, universities like MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) and Harvard do not ask for GRE scores for most of their programs.
• Texas: In Texas, universities like the University of Texas at Austin have some programs that do not require GRE scores.

These universities might not ask for the GRE because they believe other parts of an application, like past grades, letters of recommendation, and personal statements, can show a student's potential better than a single test score. 

This trend is growing, and more universities across different states are considering dropping the GRE requirement for their programs. 

If you are looking to apply to a graduate program, it's a good idea to check the specific requirements of each program on their official websites or contact their admissions office to make sure whether the GRE is required or not."