Is the GRE home-based test accepted by all U.S. universities?

Yes, the GRE home-based test is accepted by most U.S. universities. 

The home-based version was introduced as an alternative to the in-person GRE, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and many schools continue to accept it because it’s the same test as the traditional one, with the same content and scoring.

However, not all U.S. universities accept it, so it’s very important to check each university's specific requirements. 

Some schools may prefer the in-person test, especially for competitive programs that require in-person skills assessments.

How to find out which colleges accept the GRE home-based test:

• Check the university’s website: Most schools clearly mention on their admissions pages whether they accept the home-based GRE.
• Contact admissions directly: If the information isn’t clear, you can email or call the university’s admissions office to confirm.
• Look at recent application guidelines: Some schools may have changed their policies since the pandemic, so always refer to the most up-to-date information for the academic year you are applying for.

Top U.S. universities that accept the home-based GRE include: 

- Harvard University
- Stanford University
- MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)
- University of California, Berkeley
- Columbia University
- University of Chicago
- Princeton University

Always double-check the specific GRE requirements for the program you're applying to, as policies can vary by department and not just by university.