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GRE Frequently-Asked Questions (FAQs)

All traditional MSIDC degree program applicants are required take the general test of the GRE. (For information about the GRE general test, read the FAQ on the official website of the GRE.)

The test will be taken on a computer at a local testing center (see the list of nearby testing centers below).

Individuals can schedule a testing time that is convenient for them. However, to ensure the MSIDC Program receives your GRE scores in time to consider your application for admission, please note the following (taken from the GRE website):

"You will receive unofficial verbal and quantitative scores at the test center. However, because of the essay scoring process, you will not receive your analytical writing score at that time. Official verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing scores will be sent to you and score recipients within 10 to 15 days after you take the test. However, the score reporting time frame for test takers who choose to hand write their analytical writing essays is up to 6 weeks."

Students should also be aware that we will receive a copy of the essay you write for the GRE: "Beginning in July 2003, essay responses on the analytical writing section of the General Test will be sent to designated score recipients."

A recent applicant has recommended this site with free GRE practice tests.

List of the five closest GRE testing centers to SPSU

1. Prometric Testing Center
       2337 Windy Hill Road
       Marietta, Georgia  30067
       United States
       Phone: (770) 980-1117
       Distance: 3.98 miles
   
   
2. Georgia State University
       106 Courtland Street,
       Testing Office/Counseling Center, Room 307
       Atlanta, Georgia  30303
       United States
       Phone: (404) 651-3816
       Distance: 15.23 miles
   
   
3. Prometric Testing Center
       2220 Parklake Drive, Suite 310–Building 6,
       Atlanta, Georgia 30345
       United States
       Phone: (770) 493-6743
       Distance: 18.00 miles
   
   
4. Prometric Testing Center 
       7099 Tara Boulevard, Suite 260
       Jonesboro, Georgia  30236
       United States
       Phone: (770) 478-5356
       Distance: 27.59 miles

If you have questions about this requirement, email Donna McPherson, ETCMA program assistant, or call her at 678-915-7202.

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