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GRE Sentence Equivalence: Tips and Strategies

GRE Sentence Equivalence questions consist of a single sentence with a blank space and ask you to select two correct answers from six choices. While these questions may seem straightforward, the answer choices can be tricky, and no credit is given for partially correct answers. Learn how to answer GRE Sentence Equivalence questions with tips […]

4 Tips for Data Interpretation on the GRE

Interpreting data on the GRE math section may come in many forms: charts, graphs, tables, or extrapolating information from a reading passage. Mastering all the different ways to interpret data will be an important part of scoring well on the GRE.  Make sure to remember the following tips and strategies when faced with a data […]

7 Tips for a Perfect GRE Issue Essay

If you get a perfect score on the GRE’s Issue Essay (a 6), it can really boost your graduate school admissions chances! The best schools want good Verbal and Quantitative scores, but also students who are clear, competent writers. Lots of students have excellent transcripts and are good at taking tests – but not everyone […]

8 Tips for the Last 10 Days Before the Bar Exam

The bar exam is almost here, and your to-do list may still feel longer than the time you have left. Should you keep answering practice questions? Review every outline? Spend more time on the subjects that haven’t clicked? In the last 10 days before the bar exam, focus on targeted review, practice that addresses your […]

2026-2027 College Admissions Trends: Kaplan Survey

In 2026, Kaplan conducted its annual Admissions Officer Survey, gathering data and insights from 245 college admissions officers across the U.S. These admissions experts shared their sentiments and experiences regarding the college application process, college rankings, AI, social media, and more. According to survey results, college admissions officers expect a competitive 2026-2027 admissions cycle but […]

GRE Argument Writing

For most test-takers, the Argument Task is a lot less frightening than the Issue Task. For one thing, it is a shorter task at 30 minutes, which means fewer words are expected. More importantly, though, the Argument Task relies less on outside evidence; your ability to recall an apt historical example or hypothetical situation–a rare […]

7 Tips for GRE Quantitative Comparison Questions

The GRE Quantitative Reasoning section can be tricky for even the best math students. It assesses your ability to think critically about math and use foundational mathematical principles in a variety of scenarios. The Quantitative Reasoning section is made up of three question types: Quantitative Comparison, Problem Solving, and Data Interpretation. Each section type requires different […]

LSAT 1-Month Study Guide

Although one month is a relatively short amount of time to spend studying for the LSAT, we’ve laid out a study plan, materials, and tips that will help you succeed on the LSAT. This post references Kaplan’s LSAT book, but the study plan will be equally helpful if you use a different book. Here’s what you’ll […]

Top 10 Most-Tested GRE Math Concepts

To get better GRE scores and get into the best graduate schools, you’ll need a strong understanding of the underlying math concepts—arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data interpretation—as they are tested on the GRE. Even if you’re good at math, a little basic review is a great refresher. Even the best GRE test taker needs a […]

How Important are LSAT Score and GPA for Law School?

How important is your LSAT score? Your GPA? Law school is an academic program. The most important determination admissions committees will make about you is whether you have the necessary intellectual firepower to succeed in such an environment. This is why law schools rely so heavily on your GPA and LSAT score. These are perhaps […]