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For students who have been looking for help with their preparation for the GRE, Varsity Tutors is here to help you find an Austin GRE class designed to prepare you for this important exam. The score earned on the GRE has significant implications in the outcome of admissions decisions for graduate programs. An Austin GRE class can provide you with the kind of detailed and structured test review that is difficult to replicate when studying alone.
An Austin GRE prep course comes with several benefits that may elevate your performance on the exam. Your courses will be taught online in a collaborative environment that mirrors a real classroom. The course will be led by an instructor who has a thorough knowledge of the GRE. Varsity Tutors will strive to connect you with an Austin GRE course that will give you the extra time you need to focus on the topics you will face on the exam.
Undergraduate students and working professionals who are applying to graduate programs will likely take the GRE as part of the admissions process. Whether you're applying to a program at institutions of higher learning such as the University of Texas at Austin or St. Edward's University, the help provided by an Austin GRE class could give you a competitive advantage over other applicants to those programs. The three sections of the GRE will each challenge you in a different capacity. Since admissions boards use the GRE as a way to compare applicants, scoring well on this test could improve your chances of being accepted into the program of your choice.
What will be covered during the Austin GRE course?
The three sections that comprise the GRE are Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning. Question types include multiple choice and written responses. The total time you are given to complete all three sections is 3 hours and 45 minutes. An Austin GRE course focuses on improving the skills you will need to demonstrate to perform well on the exam. The following is a more in-depth breakdown of the exam, including the layout of each section and the types of questions you will have to answer.
The Analytical Writing section gives you 60 minutes to complete 2 tasks. The first task asks you to provide your own analysis of an issue, whereas the second asks you to analyze an argument. You are given 30 minutes to complete each task. The analysis of both tasks must be in the form of a written response. Basic writing skills and supporting examples are the most critical pieces that will be factored into the final score each analysis receives. This section is scored on a scale of 0-6.
The Verbal Reasoning section consists of 2 parts, both with 20 questions. You are allotted 60 minutes for this section. The three areas you will be challenged on in this section are reading comprehension, text completion, and sentence equivalence. For the reading comprehension questions, you will have to read approximately 10 different written passages ranging from one to several paragraphs. Following each passage is a set of 1-6 questions related to the topic addressed in the passage. The questions will test your ability to comprehend the passage's meaning. The text completion questions will challenge you to fill in the blanks within short passages. For each blank, you are given 3-5 options to fill in the empty space. The sentence equivalence questions will give you a piece of a sentence which you will have to complete by choosing the best option out of the six choices presented to you. Your final score on the Verbal Reasoning section will range from 130-170.
The Quantitative Reasoning section will test your understanding of math concepts and your ability to apply those concepts. This section is split up into 2 parts with 20 questions each. You have a total of 1 hour and 10 minutes to complete this section. Arithmetic and data analysis are two examples of the areas you will be tested on in this section. The types of questions in this section range from numeric entry to quantitative comparison.
How can an Austin GRE course help me prepare for the exam?
Thanks to the online nature of the GRE course, it is easy to gain access to assistance. Varsity Tutors knows that undergraduate students are inundated with academic studies and that working professionals have professional commitments, which is why we make scheduling your course as simple as possible. A new Austin GRE course starts every week, and you have the option to take either two- or four-week sessions. Furthermore, the online aspect of the course allows you to attend class from a location that's convenient for you.
The Austin GRE class is conducted online in an environment similar to a typical classroom. Along with your classmates, you will review for the test with the help of a qualified instructor. One of the teaching methods your instructor might utilize is a practice test to make sure you and your fellow students are prepared for the question formats on the exam. Your instructor might introduce you to certain techniques that could help you improve your chances of doing well on the exam. If you're struggling to comprehend a certain subject, you can request one-on-one time with your instructor to address the topic that has you concerned.
How can I find an Austin GRE prep course?
Varsity Tutors will work hard to match you with an Austin GRE course that can help you as you study for this important test. If it seems hard to find time within your busy schedule, we can show you options that can help you get the academic assistance you deserve. If you're unable to take the course during the week, there are also have courses available on the weekend. To learn more about how a GRE course can help, contact us today. Varsity Tutors will address any questions you have and set you up with an Austin GRE course that works for you.

Kathleen: Austin GRE course instructor
...received my Bachelor of Arts in anthropology and English Literature in 2014. Since graduation, I have served one year as a K-2 literacy tutor with A Community for Education, and this past year I worked as a kindergarten teacher at IDEA Public Schools. I will be beginning a Masters Program in Education this fall at the University of Texas at Austin with a certification in teaching 7-12th English. My goal as a professional is to...
Education & Certification
- Hamilton College - Bachelors, English/ Anthropolgoy
- The University of Texas at Austin - Current Grad Student, Education
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Literature
- 2nd Grade Reading
- High School English
- +20 subjects

Sandra: Austin GRE course instructor
...of the greatest challenges facing young students is that information is presented to them in a stale, inaccessible way. Specifically in the context of standardized testing, they are asked to memorize and regurgitate information without truly grasping its content; such a style makes it impossible for students to approach unfamiliar problems and think critically, and often contributes to their discouragement and their writing off of entire subjects like math and science. I attempt to give...
Education & Certification
- Vassar College - Bachelors, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- College English
- Algebra
- SAT Subject Tests
- +54 subjects

Alyssa: Austin GRE course instructor
...and gained my IB Diploma. I flourished under the personal attention that I was able to get with the small class sizes for the IB program, as well as the familiarity with the teachers. It was a driving factor in the my college choice. I went to Swarthmore College, a liberal arts college outside of Philadelphia. There, I completed my Bachelor's degree in Latin American Studies. I plan to continue my education and get a...
Education & Certification
- Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Latin American Studies
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- ACT
- AP History
- World Literature
- +48 subjects

Katelyn: Austin GRE course instructor
...tutoring organization at my school. As a result of this two-year project, I was named a 2006 Distinguished Finalist for the Prudential Spirit of Community Award. I attended an early college high school program (the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science) and volunteered in a local middle school, where I worked with struggling students one-on-one. I then transferred to Texas A&M University, where I earned a B.S. in Psychology (with a minor in Neuroscience) in...
Education & Certification
- Texas A & M University-College Station - Bachelors, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- PCAT
- GRE Subject Tests
- OAT
- +192 subjects

John: Austin GRE course instructor
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is allowed to understand the material rather than be lectured at, they're more likely to do well in the future.
Education & Certification
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
- University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- GMAT
- STAAR
- ISEE
- +110 subjects

Karthika: Austin GRE course instructor
...ACT, GRE, and MCAT. I've tutored for the SAT before and I believe that the key to mastering these tests is assessing weak points and practicing consistently until the student masters the concept. This way, weaknesses can be turned into strengths! I know that applying to colleges is a stressful process, and I want to help as much as possible! I aim to teach both the core concepts that will be applicable in higher education...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- MCAT
- Algebra 2
- SAT Math
- +31 subjects

Vishnu: Austin GRE course instructor
I am a current graduate student in aerospace engineering at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. After I completed my bachelors, I went to work full-time at NASA Johnson Space Center as a flight controller supporting International Space Station operations. Math and science have been my passions since I was young. Tutoring students in these subjects and helping them develop an intuitive understanding is what matters the most!
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering Technology
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Master of Science, Aerospace Engineering
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Writing
- Science
- High School Physics
- +30 subjects

Bethany: Austin GRE course instructor
...University of Texas at Arlington, I bring a compassionate approach to the tutoring process. I have worked extensively with students who are struggling readers and learners, and I am committed to helping my clients succeed. I specialize in tutoring English, writing, Social Studies, and subjects within the Humanities. I also have experience in test prep, helping students with test anxiety, and assisting with basic study and organizational skills. I have studied at Oxford University and...
Education & Certification
- Spring Arbor University - Bachelor in Arts, English
- The University of Texas at Arlington - Master of Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- World Religions
- ACT English
- 10th Grade Reading
- +70 subjects

Andrew: Austin GRE course instructor
...heritage in helping others learn through support, encouragement, discipline, and motivation. Exercising the brain is no different than exercising the body. With effort, commitment, and determination, a student can find success. I thoroughly enjoy the "ah ha" moment when a student begins to grasp the ideas and concepts in a subject. Getting to this moment is important. Equally important is building on that moment in further learning. I have found that a student intuitively knows...
Education & Certification
- Northwest University - Bachelors, Christian Ministry
- Assembly of God Theological Seminary - PHD, Intercultural Communication
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- GMAT
- CLEP
- Comparative Literature
- +43 subjects

Lisanne: Austin GRE course instructor
...others through increasing knowledge, growth, and confidence. I currently reside in Austin, TX, but I am originally from New York City. I attended a private New England boarding school called the Hotchkiss school for high school. I received my BA in International Studies from Brown University. I have been tutoring since I was a sophomore at Brown University. I tutored elementary school students in math and Spanish. Later on, I tutored high school students in...
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, Development Studies
- Harvard University - PHD, Black Studies & Social Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- IB Social and Cultural Anthropology HL
- Spanish
- English
- +23 subjects

Torger: Austin GRE course instructor
I received a B.S. in Mathematics from William & Mary and am now a graduate student at the University of Oslo. I tutor various high-school and university level mathematics subjects as well as SAT and GRE math; I have also been a Teaching Assistant for Calculus II - III at Northeastern University. As an aspiring mathematician, tutoring has helps me refine my own understanding and improve my ability to communicate mathematics.
Education & Certification
- College of William and Mary - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- University of Oslo - Current Grad Student, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Algebra 2
- Calculus 3
- GRE Analytical Writing
- +25 subjects

Kyle: Austin GRE course instructor
As a physicist, I have much experience in mathematics and science, but I also love to teach! In fact, my greatest joy comes from helping those who are eager to learn. I have studied in a wide variety of subjects anywhere from Math, Physics, Chemistry, and even Music Theory! If you want to know it, I will help you do so! ... My teaching philosophy is that if you are not having fun, you are not learning. I encourage every student to find a way to make learning fun!
Education & Certification
- Texas State University-San Marcos - Bachelors, Physics
- The University of Texas at San Antonio - PHD, Physics
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- OAT
- MCAT
- GRE Subject Tests
- +79 subjects

Grady: Austin GRE course instructor
...bird called the Golden-winged Manakin (a relative of the "Moonwalking Bird" on YouTube). Through my master's program, I have three years of experience as a teaching assistant. I've taught freshman-level biology and zoology labs and held office hours to help students with population ecology classwork. I think that the best ways to learn new material involve tackling concepts and the connections between them from different angles. I try to help students by presenting the material...
Education & Certification
- Kansas State University - Bachelors, Biology, General
- University of Wyoming - Masters, Zoology
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- SAT
- Evolutionary Biology
- GRE Analytical Writing
- +11 subjects

Caroline: Austin GRE course instructor
...During my undergraduate studies I tutored peers in French. After graduating from college I taught conversational English in Paris, which nurtured my interest in helping English Language Learners. I love explaining the shades of meaning in words, strengthening students' reading comprehension, and building their writing skills. I believe patience and kindness are key to student success. As a graduate student in a field called Learning Technologies, I am constantly discovering which educational approaches best help...
Education & Certification
- Rhodes College - Bachelor in Arts, English
- The University of Texas at Austin - Master of Arts, Instructional Design
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- College English
- Social Studies
- Reading
- +24 subjects

Ella: Austin GRE course instructor
...grades only when the subject interested me. However, I have always done very, very well on standardized tests, probably because I read so much. I was a National Merit finalist and my LSAT score was in the 99th percentile. In today's system, that is about a 174. I attended law school at the University of Houston, graduated, passed the Texas bar with a decent score of 83, and practiced law for a long time. I...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston - Bachelors, Journalism
- University of Houston - Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- LSAT
- GMAT
- MCAT
- +84 subjects

Thomas: Austin GRE course instructor
...strive to provide my students with a guided tour of philosophical thought that is capable of informing the methodology by which reason itself is operative. As a tutor, it is in my interest to provide the same sort of structural guidance, albeit for a different set of problems. Whether we study for a standardized test or a particular subject, the instruction I provide is tailored to each individual student and revolves around a conceptual framework...
Education & Certification
- Southwestern University - Bachelors, Philosophy
- Texas State University-San Marcos - Masters, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- LSAT
- GMAT
- SAT Reading
- +32 subjects

Hunter: Austin GRE course instructor
...currently a Ph.D. student at New Mexico State University in the Experimental Psychology Program. I am a sociocognitive psychologist, and am currently conducting research on cross-cultural religiosity and prejudice. I am currently a Teaching Assistant for upper-division undergraduate students at my university, and starting next Spring I will be a full-fledged teacher at the undergraduate level. I took both International Baccalaureate courses in addition to Advanced Placement courses in high school, and have been involved...
Education & Certification
- San Francisco State University - Bachelors, Psychology
- New Mexico State University - Current Grad Student, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- GRE Subject Tests
- 10th Grade Writing
- ACT
- +167 subjects

Katherine: Austin GRE course instructor
I help students develop a metacognitive reflective lens for current and lifelong study. I constantly ask students to ask themselves: What am I doing well? And how can I keep doing that? I believe a strengths-based approach is best for learning. I am a board certified art and early childhood-6th grade ESL classroom teacher.... I help students develop a metacognitive reflective lens for current and lifelong study. I constantly ask students to ask themselves: What am I doing well? And how can I keep doing that? I believe a strengths-based approach is best for learning. I am a board-certified EC-6th ESL classroom and EC-12 Art teacher.
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, BS Education, BA Russian
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Russian
- Adult ESL/ELL
- PSAT
- +42 subjects
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - PHD, Medicinal Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- PCAT
- MCAT
- LSAT
- +66 subjects

Tom: Austin GRE course instructor
I have a passion for learning and for helping others to learn! Started teaching undergrad courses in 1991...began tutoring in 1999 and received a tutoring award from the University of Pennsylvania. I like to make hard subjects clear and easy to handle!... Usually it's part "get to know you." But then I ask them what is bothering them the most, and we start there. If we have to back up to review things, no problem; I am there to help. I try to remind students I am not their teacher or parent, and I am not judging them at all.
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - PHD, Electrical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- GMAT
- Engineering
- GRE Analytical Writing
- +67 subjects