What is the maximum and minimum score in GRE to get admission for MS in USA?

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Asked by Shaik Dawood
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Raj Vimal
8 months ago

Max is 340. Min is 260. For USA, you usually need 300. Big schools like Stanford want 325+. If you get 290, it is tough. risky for admission. Aim higher.

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J
8 years ago
Hi Shaik, every university has a preferred GRE score range and an ideal score accepted is 315+. Below 300, it is considered mediocre.

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