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Varsity Tutors works with students who take the Graduate Record Examinations, or GRE, and can set you up with a Buffalo GRE course. Preparing for the GRE can be challenging, especially if you are unfamiliar with its content and format. Applying your analytical and reasoning skills requires adequate preparation. This is the focus of a Buffalo GRE prep course; to help you review subjects and become familiarized with the test format, so you can efficiently and accurately answer the questions across three major sections: Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning.
The GRE is 3 hours and 45 minutes long. It is essential to prepare in advance because the exam can test your knowledge and mental endurance to their limits. Thousands of colleges and universities accept the GRE, so students in over 160 countries take the exam. In a Buffalo GRE class, you collaborate online with an experienced instructor and your peers. The instructor can guide you through complex topics and provide test-taking strategies that can get you around the complexities of the exam. Here is an overview of the topic areas your class can help in.
What Topics Can a Buffalo GRE Course Cover?
Whether you apply to schools like SUNY Buffalo State or The Graduate School at the University of Buffalo, admissions offices will want an accurate assessment of your writing, math, and verbal skills. Your course instructor can focus on the Analytical Writing section. On the GRE, this is broken down into two parts; a task in which you analyze an issue and a task that requires you to analyze an argument. Each task gives you 30-minutes to assess it, plan, and write a response. You should also leave time to check for clarity and errors, as your writing will be carefully assessed. It's therefore important to be articulate, focused, and meticulous when supplying evidence, examples, and reasons to support your claims and ideas.
The Verbal Reasoning section covers basic reading comprehension. Your Buffalo GRE class can cover the types of passages you're likely to see, which may be one or many paragraphs long. There can be as many as six questions per passage. Answering them may be difficult depending on the structure of the text; some useful strategies include reading the questions first or determining which ones don't fit. Other questions require filling in the blank, whether it's to complete a sentence or fill in blank sections of a passage. The GRE examines your ability to use partial information to determine the meaning and reach conclusions, as well as reason about the whole from its parts.
Focused on basic math, the Quantitative Reasoning section requires you to apply problem-solving skills. It also focuses on logical reasoning. Over an hour and ten minutes, you'll be asked questions that involve arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis. Some questions are multiple choice but that may have more than one answer, while others require you compare mathematical information or provide your own numeric entry in the space provided.
As if it seems the GRE doesn't test you on enough, it also includes either an Experimental or Research section. These are unscored although require you to answer questions like those on other sections of the exam. If the Experimental section is included, it will be included among other questions and not identified. The Research section is used instead when included. It is put at the end of the test and is optional.
How Can a Buffalo GRE Course Benefit Me?
The course can benefit you on many levels. If there are subjects you haven't covered in a while, your instructor can help refresh your memory with a content review. Maybe solving algebra problems hasn't been at the top of your list lately, or organizing ideas for an essay response is taking more time than you'd like. The instructor can explain how different questions are presented and some of the tasks you'll be required to perform on the GRE.
Subject reviews are important components of a study plan. But test prep isn't limited to covering your basic subjects. To perform your best on a standardized exam, you must anticipate what the test will be like. That's where an online course can help. Your instructor can explain not only the format but how to approach difficult questions, all while you collaborate with your peers and share one another's knowledge and concerns. Learning points may include test-taking strategies such as choosing what questions to answer first, or eliminating incorrect responses using textual clues rather than going directly for the best answer.
A Buffalo GRE class focuses on your core understanding of many concepts and aspects of the test. Varsity Tutors has also developed a flexible program that accounts for your schedule and learning needs. There are two- and four-week courses, so you can choose a timeframe during sign up. Courses also start on a weekly basis so getting started quickly on your test prep is easy. And when you are participating in a course but not understanding something as quickly as the rest of your peers, your instructor can provide extra help during a one-on-one session, upon your request.
Can Varsity Tutors Help Me Sign Up for a Buffalo GRE Course?
Educational consultants are available to answer your questions and assist in signing up for a course that fits in your schedule. We understand how important it is to secure foundational skills and the amount of time and effort you have invested in your education and future. You cannot go without a review of the content and format of the GRE. No amount of self-study can take the place of professionally guided subject refreshers and test-taking instruction. You stand to gain invaluable skills to help reach for your GRE goals. A GRE course is an important step on your path towards graduate school, and we would be proud to be a part of your journey. Feel free to call us today for help finding the best option and to get started right away.

Travis: Buffalo GRE course instructor
As an experienced tutor and teacher with a Ph.D. in English, my ultimate goal has always been for students to read and use written language not only as a way of demonstrating knowledge, but as a means for acquiring knowledge. I encourage students to use language to structure their thinking in ways that will ensure success in whatever course, exam, or extracurricular goal they hope to achieve.
Education & Certification
- Indiana Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, English
- University at Buffalo - Doctor of Philosophy, English
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- GRE Verbal
- American Literature
- English
- +57 subjects

Elisabeth: Buffalo GRE course instructor
...transition out of a classroom can be and I would love to support you in that process! I am a current forensic science M.S student with a master's in educational psychology and undergraduate degrees in chemistry and math. My passion is teaching for understanding and building your knowledge surrounding the problems so you are able to recognize and solve new problems more easily and perform better on tests, assignments, or in practice!
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- Albany State University - Master of Science, Educational Psychology
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- ACCUPLACER WritePlacer
- Physics
- Elementary School Reading
- +52 subjects

Naomi: Buffalo GRE course instructor
Hi, my name is Naomi, and I am happy to tutor for Varsity Tutors. I study English literature and philosophy, so reading and writing are my strongest suits, but I am glad to help in any of my listed subjects. Please send me a message to let me know how I can be of assistance!... It depends on the subject, but I like to be creative and use all sorts of materials to draw/write/graph etc.... I try to always put the students first to make sure that they are benefiting.
Education & Certification
- Brandeis University - Bachelors, English, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Study Skills and Organization
- 8th Grade Writing
- ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills
- +191 subjects

Brandy: Buffalo GRE course instructor
Everyone can learn, if they have the desire. My goal is to empower my students while understanding their learning styles, gaining a better idea of their perspective of the world, and to thereby teach them through their perspective for maximum success. Education is my passion. If my students aren't successful, how can I be?
Education & Certification
- University of Phoenix-Online Campus - Associate in Arts, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- ISEE- Upper Level
- GED
- PSAT Mathematics
- +168 subjects
Education & Certification
- SRM University - Bachelor of Technology, Instrumentation Technology
- SUNY College at Buffalo - Master of Science, Electrical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- REGENTS
- Applied Mathematics
- High School Computer Science
- +47 subjects

Daniel: Buffalo GRE course instructor
...a B.A. in History, and Canisius College with a MSEd in Adolescents Education. I am dual certified in Social Studies 7-12; Students with Disabilities 7-12, and have been in teaching for the past 7 years. I have taught middle school social studies, grades 6-8, and am currently teaching high school ICT classes. The courses that I have co-taught in include Algebra, Geometry, Biology, Earth Science, US History, World History, Economics, and 9th-12th grade ELA. I...
Education & Certification
- SUNY College at Buffalo - Bachelor in Arts, History
- Canisius College - Master of Arts, Education
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Learning Differences
- High School Government
- High School Level American Literature
- +49 subjects
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Elementary School Math
- Pre-Calculus
- SAT Math
- +24 subjects

Joy: Buffalo GRE course instructor
Dr. Meness earned her PhD in education from Penn State University, and has worked as an elementary teacher, reading instructor, before teaching in higher education and becoming an editor and academic coach. She looks forward to working with students from all walk of life who are pursing their interest in education.
Education & Certification
- SUNY College at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Doctor of Education, Reading Teacher Education
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- PCAT Reading Comprehension
- Sociology
- ACT
- +43 subjects

Erica: Buffalo GRE course instructor
I love working with students of all sorts and especially love finding ways to make complex information more understandable. I have taught English and History as well as tutored the SAT/ACT for many years. I can help you edit your essays, read materials that are challenging, and yes, I do math too! I'm especially happy to help you with SAT/ACT math and word problems.
Education & Certification
- Carleton College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- University at Buffalo - Master of Arts, General Literature
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- ISEE-Lower Level Reading Comprehension
- European History
- ISEE-Upper Level Writing
- +102 subjects

Benjamin: Buffalo GRE course instructor
...difficult exercises which will guarantee early wins and build confidence in a healthy way. 5. Habituate the student with AT LEAST one powerful yet simple study habit out of the many good study habits that Benjamin has in his arsenal. Benjamin got his B.S. in Chemical Engineering (Summa Cum Laude) and another B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Summa Cum Laude) from Rutgers University. After a grueling 5 years and one first author academic publication, he moved...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
- Stanford University - PHD, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- AP Chemistry
- GRE Quantitative
- Organic Chemistry
- +123 subjects

Eli: Buffalo GRE course instructor
...a way to reinforce my own coursework. I quickly realized what an enjoyable and rewarding experience being a tutor can be, and I have tried to include teaching in my weekly routine ever since. I believe that every student has the capacity to fully grasp any subject that they put their mind to, and it is the job of the tutor to discover the right way to frame and phrase the material at hand so...
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Arithmetic
- Calculus 2
- Science
- +32 subjects

Jennifer: Buffalo GRE course instructor
...same coin. Studying literature is about learning to identify and analyze ideas; studying writing means learning how to use the understanding of literary tools to develop one's own ideas or express oneself. Whether developed for the purpose of creative writing, technical and business writing, or test score improvement, these tools improve a student's ability to engage with the world. That includes everything from acing tests and achieving academic success to understanding why a song's lyrics...
Education & Certification
- Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- ISEE-Lower Level Reading Comprehension
- Music
- Graduate Test Prep
- +35 subjects

Caroline: Buffalo GRE course instructor
...the Holy Cross in 2010, having majored in English Literature and Russian and Eastern European Studies. I have taught English in China and Thailand to students of all ages, prepared students for international exams, provided coaching for immigration interviews, and worked in both general and special education classrooms in the greater Buffalo region. I am inspired by those I teach and endeavor to help my students channel their creativity and realize their potential while making...
Education & Certification
- College of the Holy Cross - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature
- SUNY College at Buffalo - Masters, English Education 7-12
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- AP Environmental Science
- European History
- SAT Math Prep Course
- +92 subjects

Jake: Buffalo GRE course instructor
...student and writing instructor in the English department at the University at Buffalo. I study 20th century American and British literature, but have experience taking the SAT, AP Subject tests in Literature and Psychology, and the GRE General and Subject test in Literature. My scores are included in my profile. I am also a writing technique tutor at the Center for Excellence in Writing at UB and enjoy working one-on-one with students from a variety...
Education & Certification
- Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, English Composition
- CUNY Brooklyn College - Master of Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- English Grammar and Syntax
- Math
- ACT Science
- +61 subjects

Najia: Buffalo GRE course instructor
...from the University of Oxford; I also have a dual BA in Linguistics and in English and American Literature from the University of Rochester. I have extensive experience working with students from middle school to college age through NY MasterMinds and Academic Challenge Bowl. My work with these organizations has involved tailoring information to students' age range and skill level, keeping students encouraged and involved in gameplay, and dealing with conflicts and problems as they...
Education & Certification
- University of Rochester - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
- University of Oxford - Master of Arts, British Literature
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Paleontology
- Math
- AP French Language and Culture
- +103 subjects

Timothy: Buffalo GRE course instructor
...University at Buffalo, I am a graduate of Deep Springs College: an elite liberal arts program located in Eastern California. Unlike most schools, the admission process to Deep Springs involves writing - and later defending before a panel of staff, faculty and students - seven essays on a variety of subjects including literature, philosophy, and education. Once admitted to Deep Springs, students are typically required to read upwards of 100 pages per day from authors...
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- High School English
- College English
- SAT Reading
- +22 subjects

Ryan: Buffalo GRE course instructor
Hello! I'm Ryan Nguyen. I am an Aerospace Engineer at the University at Buffalo. It is my mission to take my knowledge and convey it to others. I will do everything in my power to guarantee, that people I help walk away more confident than when they came to see me.
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Pre-Calculus
- AP Calculus BC
- Algebra
- +10 subjects

Rachel: Buffalo GRE course instructor
...with an Honors Bachelor of Arts with Distinction in International Relations. I am also an incoming PhD Student at the University of Pittsburgh. As a former Honors student, dean's list recipient, and research assistant, I have experienced educational success and I hope to share this learning expertise with other students. I have also successfully completed an undergraduate senior thesis defense, honing my writing and public speaking skills which have become my favorite subjects to practice...
Education & Certification
- University of Delaware - Bachelors, International Relations
- TBD - PHD, Peace Studies
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- High School Writing
- College Political Science
- World Religions
- +61 subjects

Patrick: Buffalo GRE course instructor
...share what I have learned and how I have learned it with the next generation of up-and-coming students. I have previous experience tutoring at the grad school level, and love the challenge of finding new ways to motivate and educate students. Math has always been a passion of mine and I have found use for it in my everyday life. I have realized that there are many different ways of approaching a single, simple problem....
Education & Certification
- SUNY Geneseo - Bachelors, Biology, General
- University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine - Doctor of Dental Science, Dentistry
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Algebra 2
- SAT Math
- Graduate Test Prep
- +23 subjects

Lauren: Buffalo GRE course instructor
...I enjoy math! I am also studying to get my PhD in Math Education. I have experience teaching college level Algebra, Trigonometry, and Calculus. Currently, I am a full time Financial Solutions Analyst, which I quite enjoy, but teaching math has always been a passion of mine and I hope to someday in the near future to turn that into a full time career. I consider it an honor to use my knowledge and skills...
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
- University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Master of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- GRE
- Math
- Calculus
- Algebra
- +13 subjects