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Resources

  • Books

    The Official Guide to the GRE Revised General Test
    ETS' own GRE test study guide. Addresses the format and sections for the revised GRE.
    Manhattan Prep Strategy Guides
    Published by Manhattan Prep, a New York-based GRE company, this set of 8 GRE strategy guides is a comprehensive resource. Cambridge Coaching GRE tutors often use these guides and practice exams with students.
  • Websites

    ETS Overview

    ETS provides an official overview of the GRE. It’s always helpful to get the official information first to establish a foundation. Start here.

    GRE Scoring
    Familiarize yourself with how the test is scored.