- Set goal: 160 Verbal Score and 158 in Mathematics
Set test date(first or second week in August)Learn the basics of the exam overview / complete diagnostic CAT exam / analyze strengths and weaknesses (vocabulary; math)- Have a notebook to track performance /Analyze mistakes and make note of them (at the end of each study session, jot down in your journal what you did that day, what you think went well, and what you think needs more work.)
Determine materials- Determine checkpoints (allow three-four weeks in-between checkpoints)/ time needed for content (8-16 weeks) vs. examination prep and review (2-6 weeks): block off 2-3 week periods and decide your focus and amount of material to cover including a review day
Beginning:
- Start with acquiring vocabulary and learning math content with Manhattan Prep Books
- After sufficient vocabulary, add in sentence equivalent practice (May)
Middle:
- Focus on problem solving of questions / analysis
- Begin practicing for the reading and text comprehension
- Review weak areas
End:
1. Essay practice
2. Practice tests; with careful analysis and going over weakest areas again
Resources:
Manhattan Vocabulary Flashcards
Exam Test Prep:
ETS PowerPrep Software
ETS GRE General Test Book Review (library)
Manhattan 5 lbs. of review
During a particular study session, if you are reading lessons and then doing “skill drill” type practice problems (not GMAT format) in that same area, you should spend about 50% to 60% of your time learning and the rest drilling. If you are doing and then reviewing sets of GMAT-format practice problems, then you should spend at most 40% of your time doing a set of questions and at least 60% of your time reviewing those questions. (The 60% includes whatever you need to do in order to get better – re-read part of a chapter, figure out a more efficient way to do something, post a question on the forum, make up a couple of flashcards, etc.)
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