The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is a standardized test used for admissions to many graduate schools in the United States and other countries. It assesses a student's readiness for graduate-level work through sections that evaluate verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and analytical writing skills. The GRE is typically required for various graduate programs, including Master's and Doctoral degrees. It is administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) and can be taken at designated testing centers or online. Test scores are used by admissions committees to help evaluate applicants' academic potential.